Some discourses, sermons, and remains of the Reverend Mr. Jos. Glanvil ... collected into one volume, and published by Ant. Horneck ... ; together with a sermon preached at his funeral, by Joseph Pleydell ...

Glanvill, Joseph, 1636-1680
Horneck, Anthony, 1641-1697
Pleydell, Josiah, d. 1707
Publisher: Printed for Henry Mortlock and James Collins
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1681
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A42831 ESTC ID: R23396 STC ID: G831
Subject Headings: Church of England; Funeral sermons; Glanvill, Joseph, 1636-1680; Sermons, English;
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0 SERMON I. LUKE 13. 24. Strive to enter in at the strait Gate: SERMON I. LYCIA 13. 24. Strive to enter in At the strait Gate: n1 pns11. av crd crd vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 5
1 For many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able. For many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able. c-acp d, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vmb xx vbi j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 5
2 WHEN I consider the goodness of God; and the merits of his Son, our Saviour; and the Influences of the Holy Spirit; WHEN I Consider the Goodness of God; and the merits of his Son, our Saviour; and the Influences of the Holy Spirit; c-crq pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1; cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, po12 n1; cc dt n2 pp-f dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
3 and all the advantages of the Gospel; and all the advantages of the Gospel; cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
4 The certainty of its Principles, the reasonableness of its duties, the greatness of its ends, the suitableness of its means, the glory of its Rewards, The certainty of its Principles, the reasonableness of its duties, the greatness of its ends, the suitableness of its means, the glory of its Rewards, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, dt vvb pp-f po31 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
5 and the Terrour of its punishments; I say, when I consider these, and then look upon Man as a reasonable Creature, apprehensive of Duty, and interest, and apt to be moved by hopes and fears; I cannot but wonder, and the Terror of its punishments; I say, when I Consider these, and then look upon Man as a reasonable Creature, apprehensive of Duty, and Interest, and apt to be moved by hope's and fears; I cannot but wonder, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; pns11 vvb, c-crq pns11 vvb d, cc av vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, j pp-f n1, cc n1, cc j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 cc n2; pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
6 and be astonisht to think, that notwithstanding all this, the far greater part of men should finally miscarry, and be undone. and be astonished to think, that notwithstanding all this, the Far greater part of men should finally miscarry, and be undone. cc vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, cst a-acp d d, dt av-j jc n1 pp-f n2 vmd av-j vvi, cc vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
7 'Tis possible some such Considerations might be the occasion of the question propounded to our Saviour in the verse immediately foregoing the Text. — Lord, are there Few that be saved? God is Love, and all the Creatures are His, and Man a nobler sort: It's possible Some such Considerations might be the occasion of the question propounded to our Saviour in the verse immediately foregoing the Text. — Lord, Are there Few that be saved? God is Love, and all the Creatures Are His, and Man a Nobler sort: pn31|vbz j d d n2 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 av-j vvg dt np1 — n1, vbr pc-acp d cst vbb vvn? np1 vbz n1, cc d dt n2 vbr png31, cc n1 dt jc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
8 He is the Lover of Men, and Thou art the Redeemer of Men; He is the Lover of Men, and Thou art the Redeemer of Men; pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc pns21 n1 dt n1 pp-f n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
9 and though Man hath offended, yet God is propense to pardon, and in Thee he is reconciled; and though Man hath offended, yet God is propense to pardon, and in Thee he is reconciled; cc cs n1 vhz vvn, av np1 vbz j p-acp vvb, cc p-acp pno21 pns31 vbz vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
10 He is desirous of our Happiness, and Thou art come into the world to offer, and promote it; He is desirous of our Happiness, and Thou art come into the world to offer, and promote it; pns31 vbz j pp-f po12 n1, cc pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvd pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
11 and the Holy Ghost is powerful and ready to assist our endeavours; We were made for happiness, and we seek it; and the Holy Ghost is powerful and ready to assist our endeavours; We were made for happiness, and we seek it; cc dt j n1 vbz j cc j pc-acp vvi po12 n2; pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, cc pns12 vvb pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
12 And Lord, are there Few that be saved? The Text is Christ's return to the Question, Strive to enter in at the strait Gate; And Lord, Are there Few that be saved? The Text is Christ's return to the Question, Strive to enter in At the strait Gate; cc n1, vbr pc-acp d cst vbb vvn? dt n1 vbz npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
13 for many, I say unto you, will seek to enter, and shall not be able. In which words we have three things. for many, I say unto you, will seek to enter, and shall not be able. In which words we have three things. p-acp d, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cc vmb xx vbi j. p-acp r-crq n2 pns12 vhb crd n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 5
14 (I) An Answer imply'd; strait is the Gate. (II) A duty exprest, strive to enter. (I) an Answer implied; strait is the Gate. (II) A duty expressed, strive to enter. (pns11) dt n1 vvn; av-j vbz dt n1. (crd) dt n1 vvn, vvb pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 5
15 (III) A Consideration to engage our greater care and diligence in the Duty; For many will seek to enter, and shall not be able. (III) A Consideration to engage our greater care and diligence in the Duty; For many will seek to enter, and shall not be able. (np1) dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 jc vvi cc n1 p-acp dt n1; p-acp d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cc vmb xx vbi j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 5
16 By the Gate, we may understand the entrance, and all the way of Happiness, and that is, Religion: By the straitness of it; By the Gate, we may understand the Entrance, and all the Way of Happiness, and that is, Religion: By the straitness of it; p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, cc d dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d vbz, n1: p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 5
17 the Difficulties we are to encounter. the Difficulties we Are to encounter. dt n2 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 5
18 By striving; earnest and sincere endeavour: By seeking; an imperfect striving. And from the words thus briefly explain'd, These Propositions offer themselves to our Consideration. I. By striving; earnest and sincere endeavour: By seeking; an imperfect striving. And from the words thus briefly explained, These Propositions offer themselves to our Consideration. I. p-acp vvg; j cc j vvi: p-acp vvg; dt j vvg. cc p-acp dt n2 av av-j vvn, d n2 vvb px32 p-acp po12 n1. pns11. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 5
19 There are many and great difficulties in Religion, The Gate is strait. II. The difficulties may be overcome by striving, Strive to enter. III. There Are many and great difficulties in Religion, The Gate is strait. II The difficulties may be overcome by striving, Strive to enter. III. pc-acp vbr d cc j n2 p-acp n1, dt n1 vbz j. crd dt n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg, vvb pc-acp vvi. np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 5
20 There is a sort of striving that will not procure an entrance, For many will seek to enter in, and shall not be able. There is a sort of striving that will not procure an Entrance, For many will seek to enter in, and shall not be able. pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg cst vmb xx vvi dt n1, p-acp d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vmb xx vbi j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 5
21 I begin with the First in order, viz. That there are many and great difficulties in Religion; I begin with the First in order, viz. That there Are many and great difficulties in Religion; pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord p-acp n1, n1 cst a-acp vbr d cc j n2 p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
22 And to what I have to say about it, I premise this negative Consideration: That, The Difficulties of Religion do not lye in the Understanding. Religion is a plain thing, And to what I have to say about it, I premise this negative Consideration: That, The Difficulties of Religion do not lie in the Understanding. Religion is a plain thing, cc p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pns11 n1 d j-jn n1: cst, dt n2 pp-f n1 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1. n1 vbz dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 5
23 and easie to be understood. 'Tis no deep subtilty, or highstrain'd notion; 'tis no gilded fancy, or elaborate exercise of the brain; and easy to be understood. It's no deep subtlety, or highstrained notion; it's no gilded fancy, or elaborate exercise of the brain; cc j pc-acp vbi vvn. pn31|vbz dx j-jn n1, cc vvn n1; pn31|vbz dx j-vvn vvi, cc vvi n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
24 'Tis not plac'd in the clouds of Imagination, nor wrapt up in mystical cloathing; It's not placed in the Clouds of Imagination, nor wrapped up in mystical clothing; pn31|vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, ccx vvd a-acp p-acp j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
25 But 'tis obvious and familiar, easie and intelligible; First preach't by Fishermen and Mechanicks, without pomp of speech, or height of speculation; But it's obvious and familiar, easy and intelligible; First preached by Fishermen and Mechanics, without pomp of speech, or height of speculation; cc-acp pn31|vbz j cc j-jn, j cc j; ord vvd p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
26 addrest to Babes and Plebeian heads; addressed to Babes and Plebeian Heads; vvd p-acp ng1 cc n1 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
27 and intended to govern the wills of the honest and sincere; and not to exercise the wits of the notional, and curious. So that we need not mount the wings of the wind to fetch Religion from the stars; nor go down to the deep to fetch it up from thence; and intended to govern the wills of the honest and sincere; and not to exercise the wits of the notional, and curious. So that we need not mount the wings of the wind to fetch Religion from the Stars; nor go down to the deep to fetch it up from thence; cc vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j; cc xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc j. av cst pns12 vvb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2; ccx vvb a-acp p-acp dt j-jn pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
28 For 'tis with us, and before us, as open as the day, and as familiar as the light. The great Precepts of the Gospel are cloathed in Sun-beams, For it's with us, and before us, as open as the day, and as familiar as the Light. The great Precepts of the Gospel Are clothed in Sunbeams, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp pno12, cc p-acp pno12, p-acp j p-acp dt n1, cc c-acp j-jn p-acp dt n1. dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
29 and are as visible to the common eye, as to the Eagle upon the highest perch. and Are as visible to the Common eye, as to the Eagl upon the highest perch. cc vbr a-acp j p-acp dt j vvb, c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt js n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
30 'Tis no piece of wit or subtilty to be a Christian, nor will it require much study, It's no piece of wit or subtlety to be a Christian, nor will it require much study, pn31|vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi dt njp, ccx vmb pn31 vvi d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
31 or learned retirement to understand the Religion we must practise. or learned retirement to understand the Religion we must practise. cc j n1 p-acp vvb dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
32 That which was to be known of God, was manifest to the very Heathen, Rom. 1. 19. The Law is light, saith Solomon, Prov. 6. 13. And 'tis not only a single passing glance on the eye; That which was to be known of God, was manifest to the very Heathen, Rom. 1. 19. The Law is Light, Says Solomon, Curae 6. 13. And it's not only a single passing glance on the eye; d r-crq vbds pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1, vbds j p-acp dt j j-jn, np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz j, vvz np1, np1 crd crd cc pn31|vbz xx av-j dt j j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
33 but 'tis put into the heart, and the promise is, that we shall all know him, from the greatest to the least. but it's put into the heart, and the promise is, that we shall all know him, from the greatest to the least. cc-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vbz, cst pns12 vmb d vvi pno31, p-acp dt js p-acp dt ds. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
34 Our duty is set up in open places, and shone upon by a clear Beam; Our duty is Set up in open places, and shone upon by a clear Beam; po12 n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp j n2, cc vvd p-acp p-acp dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
35 'Twas written of old upon the plain Tables of Habakkuk, Hab. 2. 2. So that the running Eye might see and read: And the Religion of the H. Jesus, like himself, came into the world with Rays about its Head. 'Twas written of old upon the plain Tables of Habakkuk, Hab. 2. 2. So that the running Eye might see and read: And the Religion of the H. jesus, like himself, Come into the world with Rays about its Head. pn31|vbds vvn pp-f j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd av cst dt vvg n1 vmd vvi cc vvi: cc dt n1 pp-f dt np1 np1, av-j px31, vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 5
36 Religion, I say, is clear, and plain, and what is not so, may concern the Theatre, or the Schools; may entertain mens Wits, and serve the Interests of Disputes; but 'tis nothing to Religion, 'tis nothing to the Interest of mens Souls. Religion, I say, is clear, and plain, and what is not so, may concern the Theatre, or the Schools; may entertain men's Wits, and serve the Interests of Disputes; but it's nothing to Religion, it's nothing to the Interest of men's Souls. n1, pns11 vvb, vbz j, cc j, cc r-crq vbz xx av, vmb vvi dt n1, cc dt n2; vmb vvi ng2 n2, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f vvz; p-acp pn31|vbz pix p-acp n1, pn31|vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 5
37 Religion was once a Mystery, but the Mystery is revealed; And those things that we yet count Mysteries, are plainly enough discover'd as to their being such as we believe them, Religion was once a Mystery, but the Mystery is revealed; And those things that we yet count Mysteres, Are plainly enough discovered as to their being such as we believe them, n1 vbds a-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn; cc d n2 cst pns12 av vvb n2, vbr av-j av-d vvn a-acp p-acp po32 vbg d c-acp pns12 vvb pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
38 though we cannot understand the manner how; and 'tis no part of Religion to enquire into that; but rather It injoyns us meekly to acquiesce in the plain declarations of Faith without bold scrutiny into hidden things. In short I say, the difficulties of Religion are not in the Understanding; though we cannot understand the manner how; and it's no part of Religion to inquire into that; but rather It enjoins us meekly to acquiesce in the plain declarations of Faith without bold scrutiny into hidden things. In short I say, the difficulties of Religion Are not in the Understanding; cs pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 c-crq; cc pn31|vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvi p-acp d; p-acp av-c pn31 vvz pno12 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp vvn n2. p-acp j pns11 vvb, dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr xx p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
39 In prompto & facili est aeternitas, said the Father; In prompto & Facili est aeternitas, said the Father; p-acp fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvd dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
40 The affairs of eternity depend on things Easie and Familiar. And I premise this to prevent dangerous mistakes. The affairs of eternity depend on things Easy and Familiar. And I premise this to prevent dangerous mistakes. dt n2 pp-f n1 vvb p-acp n2 j cc j-jn. cc pns11 n1 d pc-acp vvi j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 5
41 But though Religion be so facile and plain a thing to be understood, yet the way to Heaven is no broad, or easie Path; The Gate is strait enough for all that; But though Religion be so facile and plain a thing to be understood, yet the Way to Heaven is no broad, or easy Path; The Gate is strait enough for all that; cc-acp cs n1 vbb av j cc j dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, av dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz dx j, cc j n1; dt n1 vbz j av-d p-acp d d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 5
42 and I now come to shew what are the real difficulties of Religion, and whence they arise. and I now come to show what Are the real difficulties of Religion, and whence they arise. cc pns11 av vvb pc-acp vvi r-crq vbr dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc c-crq pns32 vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 5
43 I. One great Difficulty ariseth from the depravity of our Natures. The Scripture intimates, That we are conceived in sin, Psalm 55. 5. Transgressours from the Womb, Isaiah 48. 8. Children of Wrath, Ephes. 2. 3. And we find by Experience that we bring vile Inclinations into the World with us. I. One great Difficulty arises from the depravity of our Nature's. The Scripture intimates, That we Are conceived in since, Psalm 55. 5. Transgressors from the Womb, Isaiah 48. 8. Children of Wrath, Ephesians 2. 3. And we find by Experience that we bring vile Inclinations into the World with us. pns11. crd j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. dt n1 vvz, cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, n1 crd crd n2 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd cc pns12 vvb p-acp vvb cst pns12 vvb j n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 5
44 Some are naturally Cruel, and Injurious; Proud, and Imperious; Lustful, and Revengeful; Others, Covetous, and Unjust; Humourfome, and Discontented; Treacherous, and False: some Are naturally Cruel, and Injurious; Proud, and Imperious; Lustful, and Revengeful; Others, Covetous, and Unjust; Humourfome, and Discontented; Treacherous, and False: d vbr av-j j, cc j; j, cc j; j, cc j; n2-jn, j, cc j-u; vvb, cc vvn; j, cc j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 5
45 And there is scarce an instance of habitual vice, or villany, but some or other are addicted to it by their particular Make and Natures: I say, their Natures, for certainly it is not true what some affirm, to serve their Opinions, in contradiction to Experience; And there is scarce an instance of habitual vice, or villainy, but Some or other Are addicted to it by their particular Make and Nature's: I say, their Nature's, for Certainly it is not true what Some affirm, to serve their Opinions, in contradiction to Experience; cc pc-acp vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc n1, cc-acp d cc j-jn vbr vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp po32 j n1 cc n2: pns11 vvb, po32 n2, c-acp av-j pn31 vbz xx j r-crq d vvb, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 5
46 That Vices are not in Mens natural Propensions; but instill'd by corrupt Education, evil Customes and Examples: That Vices Are not in Men's natural Propensions; but instilled by corrupt Education, evil Customs and Examples: cst n2 vbr xx p-acp ng2 j n2; cc-acp j-vvn p-acp j n1, j-jn n2 cc n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 5
47 For we see that those whose Education hath been the same, do yet differ extreamly from each other in their inclinations; And some whose Breeding hath been careless, and loose, who have seen almost nothing else but Examples of Vice; and been instructed in little, besides the arts of Vanity and Pleasure; I say, there are such who notwithstanding these their unhappy circumstances, discover none of those vile Inclinations, For we see that those whose Education hath been the same, do yet differ extremely from each other in their inclinations; And Some whose Breeding hath been careless, and lose, who have seen almost nothing Else but Examples of Vice; and been instructed in little, beside the arts of Vanity and Pleasure; I say, there Are such who notwithstanding these their unhappy Circumstances, discover none of those vile Inclinations, c-acp pns12 vvb cst d rg-crq n1 vhz vbn dt d, vdb av vvb av-jn p-acp d n-jn p-acp po32 n2; cc d rg-crq n-vvg vhz vbn j, cc j, r-crq vhb vvn av pix av cc-acp n2 pp-f n1; cc vbn vvn p-acp j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; pns11 vvb, pc-acp vbr d r-crq p-acp d po32 j n2, vvb pix pp-f d j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 5
48 and Propensions, that are in others, whose Education hath been very strict, and advantageous. This I think is enough to shew that many of our evil habits are from Nature, and not from Custom only. and Propensions, that Are in Others, whose Education hath been very strict, and advantageous. This I think is enough to show that many of our evil habits Are from Nature, and not from Custom only. cc n2, cst vbr p-acp n2-jn, rg-crq n1 vhz vbn j j, cc j. d pns11 vvb vbz d pc-acp vvi cst d pp-f po12 j-jn n2 vbr p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1 av-j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 5
49 And yet I cannot say that Humane nature is so debaucht, that every Man is inclin'd to every Evil by it: For there are those, who by their Tempers are averse to some kind of Vices, And yet I cannot say that Humane nature is so debauched, that every Man is inclined to every Evil by it: For there Are those, who by their Tempers Are averse to Some kind of Vices, cc av pns11 vmbx vvi d j n1 vbz av vvd, cst d n1 vbz vvn p-acp d j-jn p-acp pn31: p-acp a-acp vbr d, r-crq p-acp po32 n2 vbr j p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
50 and naturally disposed to the contrary Vertues; some by their Constitutions are inclined to hate Cruelty, Covetousness, Lying, Impudence and Injustice; and are by Temper, Merciful, Liberal, Modest, True and Just. There are kinds of Vices which our Natures almost universally rise against, and naturally disposed to the contrary Virtues; Some by their Constitutions Are inclined to hate Cruelty, Covetousness, Lying, Impudence and Injustice; and Are by Temper, Merciful, Liberal, Modest, True and Just. There Are Kinds of Vices which our Nature's almost universally rise against, cc av-j vvn p-acp dt j-jn n2; d p-acp po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp vvb n1, n1, vvg, n1 cc n1; cc vbr p-acp vvi, j, j, j, j cc j. pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f n2 r-crq po12 n2 av av-j vvi p-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
51 as many Bestialities, and some horrid Cruelties; and all men, except Monsters in Humane form, are disposed to some Vertues, such as Love to Children, and Kindness to Friends and Benefactors. All this I must confess and say, because Experience constrains me; as many Bestialities, and Some horrid Cruelties; and all men, except Monsters in Humane from, Are disposed to Some Virtues, such as Love to Children, and Kindness to Friends and Benefactors. All this I must confess and say, Because Experience constrains me; c-acp d n2, cc d j n2; cc d n2, c-acp n2 p-acp j n1, vbr vvn p-acp d n2, d c-acp vvb p-acp n2, cc n1 p-acp n2 cc n2. d d pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi, c-acp vvb vvz pno11; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
52 and I do not know why Systematick Notions should sway more than that. and I do not know why Systematic Notions should sway more than that. cc pns11 vdb xx vvi c-crq j n2 vmd vvi av-dc cs d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 5
53 But notwithstanding these last concessions, 'tis evident enough that our Natures are much vitiated, and depraved; and this makes our business in the way of Religion, difficult. For our work is, to cleanse our Natures; and to destroy those Evil Inclinations; to crucifie the Old Man; Rom. 6. 6. and to purge out the old Leven; But notwithstanding these last concessions, it's evident enough that our Nature's Are much vitiated, and depraved; and this makes our business in the Way of Religion, difficult. For our work is, to cleanse our Nature's; and to destroy those Evil Inclinations; to crucify the Old Man; Rom. 6. 6. and to purge out the old Leven; cc-acp p-acp d ord n2, pn31|vbz j av-d d po12 n2 vbr d vvd, cc vvn; cc d vvz po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, j. p-acp po12 n1 vbz, p-acp vvb po12 n2; cc p-acp vvb d j-jn n2; p-acp vvi dt j n1; np1 crd crd cc p-acp vvb av dt j np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
54 1 Cor. 5. 7. This is Religion, and the Way of Happiness, which must needs be very difficult, and uneasie. For the vices of Inclination are very dear, and grateful to us; 1 Cor. 5. 7. This is Religion, and the Way of Happiness, which must needs be very difficult, and uneasy. For the vices of Inclination Are very dear, and grateful to us; vvn np1 crd crd d vbz n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmb av vbi j j, cc j. p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr j j-jn, cc j p-acp pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
55 They are our Right Hands, and our Right Eyes, and esteemed as our Selves: So that to cut off, They Are our Right Hands, and our Right Eyes, and esteemed as our Selves: So that to Cut off, pns32 vbr po12 j-jn n2, cc po12 j-jn n2, cc vvn p-acp po12 n2: av cst p-acp vvb a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
56 and pluck out these, and to bid defiance to, and wage War against our selves; to destroy the first-born of our Natures, and to lop off our own Limbs; and pluck out these, and to bid defiance to, and wage War against our selves; to destroy the firstborn of our Nature's, and to lop off our own Limbs; cc vvb av d, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp, cc vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2; pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
57 This cannot but be very Irksome and Displeasant Imployment; and this is one chief business; and a considerable thing that makes Religion difficult. This cannot but be very Irksome and Displeasant Employment; and this is one chief business; and a considerable thing that makes Religion difficult. d vmbx cc-acp vbi j j cc j n1; cc d vbz pi n-jn n1; cc dt j n1 cst vvz n1 j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 5
58 II. Another Difficulty ariseth from the Influence of the Senses. We are Creatures of sense, and sensible things do most powerfully move us; II another Difficulty arises from the Influence of the Senses. We Are Creatures of sense, and sensible things do most powerfully move us; crd j-jn n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. pns12 vbr n2 pp-f n1, cc j n2 vdb av-ds av-j vvi pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 5
59 we are born Children, and live at first the life of Beasts: That Age receives deep Impressions; we Are born Children, and live At First the life of Beasts: That Age receives deep Impressions; pns12 vbr vvn n2, cc vvi p-acp ord dt n1 pp-f n2: cst n1 vvz j-jn n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 5
60 and those are made by the senses, whose Interest grows strong, and establisht in us before we come to the use of Reason; and after we have arrived to the exercise of that, sensible objects still possess our Affections, and sway our Wills, and fill our Imaginations, and influence our Understandings; so that we love, and hate; we desire and choose; we fancy, and we discourse according to those Impressions; and hence it is that we are enamour'd of Trifles, and fly from our Happiness; and pursue Vexation, and embrace Misery; and imagine Perversely, and reason Childishly: for the influence of the Body and its Senses are the chief Fountains of Sin, and Folly, and Temptation: Upon which accounts it was that the Platonical Philosophers declaim'd so earnestly against the Body, and ascrib'd all Evils and Mischief to it; and those Are made by the Senses, whose Interest grows strong, and established in us before we come to the use of Reason; and After we have arrived to the exercise of that, sensible objects still possess our Affections, and sway our Wills, and fill our Imaginations, and influence our Understandings; so that we love, and hate; we desire and choose; we fancy, and we discourse according to those Impressions; and hence it is that we Are enamoured of Trifles, and fly from our Happiness; and pursue Vexation, and embrace Misery; and imagine Perversely, and reason Childishly: for the influence of the Body and its Senses Are the chief Fountains of since, and Folly, and Temptation: Upon which accounts it was that the Platonical Philosophers declaimed so earnestly against the Body, and ascribed all Evils and Mischief to it; cc d vbr vvn p-acp dt n2, rg-crq n1 vvz j, cc vvn p-acp pno12 c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt vvb pp-f n1; cc c-acp pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst, j n2 av vvb po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n2, cc n1 po12 n2; av cst pns12 vvb, cc vvb; pns12 vvb cc vvb; pns12 vvi, cc pns12 vvi vvg p-acp d n2; cc av pn31 vbz cst pns12 vbr j-vvn pp-f n2, cc vvb p-acp po12 n1; cc vvb n1, cc vvb n1; cc vvb av-j, cc n1 av-j: p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n2 vbr dt j-jn n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1: p-acp r-crq vvz pn31 vbds d dt j ng1 vvd av av-j p-acp dt n1, cc vvn d n2-jn cc n1 p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 5
61 calling vice NONLATINALPHABET, corporeae Pestes, material Evils, and bodily Plagues. And the Apostle that understood it better, calls Sin by the name of Flesh, Gal. 5. 17. Works of the Flesh, Gal. 5. 19. Law of the Members, Rom. 7. 23. and cries out upon the Body of this Death, Rom. 7. 24. calling vice, corporeae Pestes, material Evils, and bodily Plagues. And the Apostle that understood it better, calls since by the name of Flesh, Gal. 5. 17. Works of the Flesh, Gal. 5. 19. Law of the Members, Rom. 7. 23. and cries out upon the Body of this Death, Rom. 7. 24. vvg n1, fw-la fw-la, j-jn n2-jn, cc j n2. cc dt n1 cst vvd pn31 av-jc, vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd vvz pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd n1 pp-f dt n2, np1 crd crd cc vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, np1 crd crd (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 5
62 And now this is our natural Condition, a state subject to the prevalent influences of Sense, and by this means to Sin and Temptation; and 'tis our Work in Religion, to mortifie the Body, Rom. 8. 13. and to cease from making provision for the flesh, Rom. 13. 14. and from fulfilling the Lusts thereof, Gal. 5. 14. To render our selves dead to the prevalent life of Sense, And now this is our natural Condition, a state Subject to the prevalent influences of Sense, and by this means to since and Temptation; and it's our Work in Religion, to mortify the Body, Rom. 8. 13. and to cease from making provision for the Flesh, Rom. 13. 14. and from fulfilling the Lustiest thereof, Gal. 5. 14. To render our selves dead to the prevalent life of Sense, cc av d vbz po12 j n1, dt n1 j-jn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 cc n1; cc pn31|vbz po12 vvb p-acp n1, p-acp vvi dt n1, np1 crd crd cc pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd cc p-acp vvg dt n2 av, np1 crd crd p-acp vvi po12 n2 j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 5
63 and Sin, Rom. 6. 8. and 11. 5. and to arise to a new Life, Rom. 6. 4. The Life of Righteousness, and Faith, Hab. 2. 4. A Life that hath other Principles, and other Pleasures; other Objects, and other Ends, and such as neither Eye hath seen, nor Ear heard, nor any of the Senses perceived. and since, Rom. 6. 8. and 11. 5. and to arise to a new Life, Rom. 6. 4. The Life of Righteousness, and Faith, Hab. 2. 4. A Life that hath other Principles, and other Pleasures; other Objects, and other Ends, and such as neither Eye hath seen, nor Ear herd, nor any of the Senses perceived. cc n1, np1 crd crd cc crd crd cc p-acp vvb p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 cst vhz j-jn n2, cc j-jn n2; j-jn n2, cc j-jn vvz, cc d c-acp dx n1 vhz vvn, ccx n1 vvd, ccx d pp-f dt n2 vvd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 5
64 Yea, this is a Life that is exercised in contradiction to the Judgements of sense. Its Joy, is Tribulation; Jam. 1. 2. Its Glory, Reproaches; 2 Pet. 4. 14. Its Height is Lowness; Luke 14. 11. Its Greatness, in being Meanest; Matth. 20. 27. And its Riches, in having Nothing; 2 Cor. 6. 10. To such a Life as this, Religion is to raise us; Yea, this is a Life that is exercised in contradiction to the Judgments of sense. Its Joy, is Tribulation; Jam. 1. 2. Its Glory, Reproaches; 2 Pet. 4. 14. Its Height is Lowness; Lycia 14. 11. Its Greatness, in being Meanest; Matthew 20. 27. And its Riches, in having Nothing; 2 Cor. 6. 10. To such a Life as this, Religion is to raise us; uh, d vbz dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. pn31|vbz n1, vbz n1; np1 crd crd po31 n1, n2; crd np1 crd crd po31 n1 vbz n1; av crd crd po31 n1, p-acp vbg js; np1 crd crd cc po31 n2, p-acp vhg pix; crd np1 crd crd p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 5
65 and it must needs be difficult to make us, who are so much Brutes, to be so much Angels; us, who seem to live by nothing else but sense, to live by nothing less; This with a witness is an hard, and uneasie Work, and another difficulty in Religion. III. and it must needs be difficult to make us, who Are so much Brutus's, to be so much Angels; us, who seem to live by nothing Else but sense, to live by nothing less; This with a witness is an hard, and uneasy Work, and Another difficulty in Religion. III. cc pn31 vmb av vbi j pc-acp vvi pno12, r-crq vbr av d n2, pc-acp vbi av d n2; pns12, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pix av p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pix av-dc; d p-acp dt n1 vbz dt j, cc j vvi, cc j-jn n1 p-acp n1. np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 5
66 A Third proceeds from the natural Disorder and Rage of our Passions. Our Corrupt Natures are like the troubled Sea, Isa. 57. 20. And our Passions are the Waves of that Ocean, that tumble and swell, and keep a mighty noise; A Third proceeds from the natural Disorder and Rage of our Passion. Our Corrupt Nature's Are like the troubled Sea, Isaiah 57. 20. And our Passion Are the Waves of that Ocean, that tumble and swell, and keep a mighty noise; dt ord vvz p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2. po12 j n2 vbr av-j dt vvn n1, np1 crd crd cc po12 n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f d n1, cst vvb cc vvi, cc vvi dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 5
67 they dash against the Rocks, and break one against another; and our Peace and Happiness is shipwrackt by them. Our Passions make us miserable. they dash against the Rocks, and break one against Another; and our Peace and Happiness is shipwrecked by them. Our Passion make us miserable. pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2, cc vvi pi p-acp n-jn; cc po12 n1 cc n1 vbz vvd p-acp pno32. po12 n2 vvb pno12 j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 5
68 We are sometime stifled by their Numbers, and confounded by their Disorders, and torn to pieces by their Violence; mounted to the Clouds by Ambition, and thrown down to the deep by Despair; scorcht by the flames of Lust, and overwhelmed by the Waters of unstable Desire; Passions fight one against another, and all against reason; We Are sometime stifled by their Numbers, and confounded by their Disorders, and torn to Pieces by their Violence; mounted to the Clouds by Ambition, and thrown down to the deep by Despair; scorched by the flames of Lust, and overwhelmed by the Waters of unstable Desire; Passion fight one against Another, and all against reason; pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc vvn p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n1; vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt j-jn p-acp vvb; vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j vvb; n2 vvb crd p-acp n-jn, cc d p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 5
69 they prevail over the Mind, and have usurpt the Government of our Actions, and involve us in continual Guilt and Misery. they prevail over the Mind, and have usurped the Government of our Actions, and involve us in continual Gilded and Misery. pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc vvb pno12 p-acp j j-vvn cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 5
70 This is the natural State of Man; This is the natural State of Man; d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 5
71 and our work in the way of Religion, is to restrain this Violence, and to rectifie these Disorders, and to reduce those Rebellious Powers under the Empire and Government of the Mind, their Sovereign. And so to regain the Divine Image, which consists much in the order of our Faculties; and the Subjection of the Brutish, to the reasonable Powers. and our work in the Way of Religion, is to restrain this Violence, and to rectify these Disorders, and to reduce those Rebellious Powers under the Empire and Government of the Mind, their Sovereign. And so to regain the Divine Image, which consists much in the order of our Faculties; and the Subjection of the Brutish, to the reasonable Powers. cc po12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz p-acp vvb d n1, cc p-acp vvi d n2, cc p-acp vvb d j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, po32 j-jn. cc av p-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, r-crq vvz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; cc dt n1 pp-f dt j, p-acp dt j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 5
72 This, I say, Religion aims at, to raise us to the perfection of our Natures, by mortifying those Members, Col. 3. 5. our unruly Passions and Desires; and crucifying the Flesh, with its Affections and Lusts; Gal. 5. 24. And thereby to make us humble in Prosperity, quiet in Adversity; meek under Provocations, steady amidst Temptations, modest in our Desires, temperate in our Injoyments, constant to our Resolutions, and contented in all Conditions: Here is our great Business, This, I say, Religion aims At, to raise us to the perfection of our Nature's, by mortifying those Members, Col. 3. 5. our unruly Passion and Desires; and crucifying the Flesh, with its Affections and Lustiest; Gal. 5. 24. And thereby to make us humble in Prosperity, quiet in Adversity; meek under Provocations, steady amid Temptations, modest in our Desires, temperate in our Enjoyments, constant to our Resolutions, and contented in all Conditions: Here is our great Business, d, pns11 vvb, n1 vvz p-acp, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp vvg d n2, np1 crd crd po12 j n2 cc vvz; cc vvg dt n1, p-acp po31 n2 cc n2; np1 crd crd cc av pc-acp vvi pno12 j p-acp n1, j-jn p-acp n1; j p-acp n2, j p-acp n2, j p-acp po12 vvz, j p-acp po12 n2, j p-acp po12 n2, cc vvn p-acp d n2: av vbz po12 j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 5
73 and our Work is this: And certainly 'tis no easie thing to bring order out of a Chaos, and to speak a Tempest into a Calm; to resist a Torrent, and to stop and turn the Tyde; to subdue a Rebellious Rabble, and our Work is this: And Certainly it's no easy thing to bring order out of a Chaos, and to speak a Tempest into a Cam; to resist a Torrent, and to stop and turn the Tide; to subdue a Rebellious Rabble, cc po12 vvb vbz d: cc av-j pn31|vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi vvi av pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn; p-acp vvb dt n1, cc p-acp vvb cc vvb dt vvd; p-acp vvb dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 5
74 and to change them from Tyrannical Masters, to Modest and Obedient Servants: and to change them from Tyrannical Masters, to Modest and Obedient Servants: cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n2, p-acp j cc j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 5
75 These, no doubt, are works of difficulty enough, and these must be our Imployment in the way of Religion; and on this score also, the Gate is strait. These, no doubt, Are works of difficulty enough, and these must be our Employment in the Way of Religion; and on this score also, the Gate is strait. d, dx n1, vbr n2 pp-f n1 av-d, cc d vmb vbi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc p-acp d n1 av, dt n1 vbz j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 5
76 IV. Our Work in Religion is yet more difficult, upon the account of Custom, to which we are subject, IV. Our Work in Religion is yet more difficult, upon the account of Custom, to which we Are Subject, np1 po12 vvb p-acp n1 vbz av dc j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 5
77 and by which we are swayed much. and by which we Are swayed much. cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn av-d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 5
78 This is vulgarly said to be another Nature, and the Apostle calls it by that name, 1 Cor. 11. 14. Doth not Nature it self teach you, that if a Man have long Hair, it is a shame unto him? By the word Nature, the best Interpreters say only Custom is meant; This is vulgarly said to be Another Nature, and the Apostle calls it by that name, 1 Cor. 11. 14. Does not Nature it self teach you, that if a Man have long Hair, it is a shame unto him? By the word Nature, the best Interpreters say only Custom is meant; d vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vbi j-jn n1, cc dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp cst n1, crd np1 crd crd vdz xx n1 pn31 n1 vvi pn22, cst cs dt n1 vhi j n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno31? p-acp dt n1 n1, dt js n2 vvb av-j n1 vbz vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 5
79 since long Hair is not declared shameful by the Law, and Light of Nature, taken in its chief and properest sense: since long Hair is not declared shameful by the Law, and Light of Nature, taken in its chief and properest sense: c-acp j n1 vbz xx vvn j p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp po31 j-jn cc js n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 5
80 For then it had never been permitted to the Nazarites: But the contrary custom, in the Nations that used it not, made it seem shameful and indecent. There are other places in Scripture and ancient Authors, wherein Nature is put for Custom: But I must not insist on this; the thing I am about is, that Custom is very powerful; and as it makes a kind of Nature, For then it had never been permitted to the nazarites: But the contrary custom, in the nations that used it not, made it seem shameful and indecent. There Are other places in Scripture and ancient Authors, wherein Nature is put for Custom: But I must not insist on this; the thing I am about is, that Custom is very powerful; and as it makes a kind of Nature, c-acp cs pn31 vhd av-x vbn vvn p-acp dt np1: p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt n2 cst vvd pn31 xx, vvd pn31 vvi j cc j. pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 p-acp n1 cc j n2, c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1: cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d; dt n1 pns11 vbm p-acp vbz, cst n1 vbz j j; cc c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 5
81 so, many times it masters and subdues it. Wild Creatures are hereby made gentle and familiar; so, many times it Masters and subdues it. Wild Creatures Are hereby made gentle and familiar; av, d n2 pn31 n2 cc vvz pn31. j n2 vbr av vvn j cc j-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 5
82 and those that naturally are tame enough, are made to degenerate into wildness by it. and those that naturally Are tame enough, Are made to degenerate into wildness by it. cc d cst av-j vbr j av-d, vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 5
83 And now besides the original depravities of our Natures, we have contracted many vitious habits by corrupt and evil usages; And now beside the original depravities of our Nature's, we have contracted many vicious habits by corrupt and evil usages; cc av p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vhb vvn d j n2 p-acp j cc j-jn n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 5
84 which we were drawn into at first by pleasure and vanity in our young and inconsiderate years, which we were drawn into At First by pleasure and vanity in our young and inconsiderate Years, r-crq pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp p-acp ord p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 j cc j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 5
85 while we were led by the directions of sense: while we were led by the directions of sense: cs pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 5
86 These, by frequent acts, grow at last into habits; which though in their beginning they were tender as a Plant, These, by frequent acts, grow At last into habits; which though in their beginning they were tender as a Plant, d, p-acp j n2, vvb p-acp ord p-acp n2; r-crq c-acp p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vbdr j p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 5
87 and easie to have been crusht or blasted, yet time and use hardens them into the firmness of an Oak, that braves the Weather, and easy to have been crushed or blasted, yet time and use hardens them into the firmness of an Oak, that braves the Weather, cc j pc-acp vhi vbn vvn cc vvn, av n1 cc vvb vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvz dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 5
88 and can endure the stroak of the Ax and a strong Arm. and can endure the stroke of the Ax and a strong Arm. cc vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt j n1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 5
89 Now to destroy and root up these obstinate customary evils, is another part of our Work. Now to destroy and root up these obstinate customary evils, is Another part of our Work. av pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp d j j n2-jn, vbz j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 5
90 And Religion teacheth us to put off concerning the Old Conversation, the Old Man, Eph. 4. 22. and to receive new Impressions and Inclinations; to be renewed in the spirit of our Minds, 5. 23. and to put on the New Man, 5. 24. To make us new Hearts, Ezek. 18. 31. and to walk in newness of Life, Rom. 6. 4. This we are to do, And Religion Teaches us to put off Concerning the Old Conversation, the Old Man, Ephesians 4. 22. and to receive new Impressions and Inclinations; to be renewed in the Spirit of our Minds, 5. 23. and to put on the New Man, 5. 24. To make us new Hearts, Ezekiel 18. 31. and to walk in newness of Life, Rom. 6. 4. This we Are to do, cc n1 vvz pno12 p-acp vvd a-acp vvg dt j n1, dt j n1, np1 crd crd cc p-acp vvi j n2 cc n2; pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, crd crd cc p-acp vvn p-acp dt j n1, crd crd p-acp vvi pno12 j n2, np1 crd crd cc p-acp vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd d pns12 vbr pc-acp vdi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 5
91 and this we may well suppose to be hard work; and this we may well suppose to be hard work; cc d pns12 vmb av vvi pc-acp vbi j vvb; (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 5
92 the Scripture compares it to the changing the Skin of the Aethiopian, and the Spots of the Leopard, Jer. 13. 23. and elsewhere. the Scripture compares it to the changing the Skin of the aethiopian, and the Spots of the Leopard, Jer. 13. 23. and elsewhere. dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt vvg dt n1 pp-f dt jp, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd cc av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 5
93 How can they do good, that are accustomed to do evil? Jer. 13. 23. 'Tis hard, no doubt; How can they do good, that Are accustomed to do evil? Jer. 13. 23. It's hard, no doubt; q-crq vmb pns32 vdb j, cst vbr vvn pc-acp vdi j-jn? np1 crd crd pn31|vbz av-j, dx n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 5
94 and this is another difficulty in Religion. and this is Another difficulty in Religion. cc d vbz j-jn n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 5
95 V. The Power that Example hath over us, makes the way of Religion difficult. Example is more prevalent than Precept, for Man is a Creature given much to Imitation, and we are very apt to follow what we see others do, rather than what we ought to do our selves. V. The Power that Exampl hath over us, makes the Way of Religion difficult. Exampl is more prevalent than Precept, for Man is a Creature given much to Imitation, and we Are very apt to follow what we see Others do, rather than what we ought to do our selves. np1 dt n1 cst n1 vhz p-acp pno12, vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 j. n1 vbz av-dc j cs n1, p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 vvn d p-acp n1, cc pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vvb ng2-jn vdb, av-c cs r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 5
96 And now the Apostle hath told us, That the whole World lies in Wickedness, 1 Joh. 5. 19. and we sadly find it: And now the Apostle hath told us, That the Whole World lies in Wickedness, 1 John 5. 19. and we sadly find it: cc av dt n1 vhz vvn pno12, cst dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp n1, vvn np1 crd crd cc pns12 av-j vvb pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 5
97 we cannot look out of doors, but we see Vanity and Folly, Sensuality and Forgetfulness of God; we cannot look out of doors, but we see Vanity and Folly, Sensuality and Forgetfulness of God; pns12 vmbx vvi av pp-f n2, cc-acp pns12 vvb n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 5
98 Pride and Covetousness, Injustice and Intemperance, and all other kinds of Evils: These we meet with every where, in Publick Companies, and Private Conversations; Pride and Covetousness, Injustice and Intemperance, and all other Kinds of Evils: These we meet with every where, in Public Companies, and Private Conversations; n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, cc d j-jn n2 pp-f n2-jn: d pns12 vvb p-acp d c-crq, p-acp j n2, cc j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 5
99 in the High Ways, and in the Corners of the Streets. in the High Ways, and in the Corners of the Streets. p-acp dt j n2, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 5
100 The Sum is, Example is very powerful, and Examples of Vice are always in our Eyes; The Sum is, Exampl is very powerful, and Examples of Vice Are always in our Eyes; dt n1 vbz, n1 vbz j j, cc n2 pp-f n1 vbr av p-acp po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 5
101 we are apt to be reconciled to that which every one doth, and to do like it; we Are apt to be reconciled to that which every one does, and to do like it; pns12 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp cst r-crq d pi vdz, cc pc-acp vdi vvi pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 5
102 we love the trodden Path, and care not to walk in the Way which is gone in but by a few. we love the trodden Path, and care not to walk in the Way which is gone in but by a few. pns12 vvb dt vvn n1, cc vvb xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp cc-acp p-acp dt d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 5
103 This is our Condition, and our work in Religion is, to overcome the strong Biass of corrupt Example; to strive against the Stream, to learn to be good, though few are so, and not to follow a Multitude to do Evil, Exod. 23. 2. This is our Business; and this is very Difficult. VI. This is our Condition, and our work in Religion is, to overcome the strong Bias of corrupt Exampl; to strive against the Stream, to Learn to be good, though few Are so, and not to follow a Multitude to do Evil, Exod 23. 2. This is our Business; and this is very Difficult. VI. d vbz po12 n1, cc po12 vvb p-acp n1 vbz, p-acp vvn dt j n1 pp-f j n1; p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi j, c-acp d vbr av, cc xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn, np1 crd crd d vbz po12 n1; cc d vbz j j. crd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 5
104 The last Difficulty I shall mention, ariseth from Worldly Interests and Engagements. We have many Necessities to serve, both in our Persons, and our Families. The last Difficulty I shall mention, arises from Worldly Interests and Engagements. We have many Necessities to serve, both in our Persons, and our Families. dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vvi, vvz p-acp j n2 cc n2. pns12 vhb d ng1 pc-acp vvi, av-d p-acp po12 n2, cc po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 5
105 Nature excluded us naked into the World, without Cloathing for Warmth, or Armature for Defence; and Food is not provided to our Hands, Nature excluded us naked into the World, without Clothing for Warmth, or Armature for Defence; and Food is not provided to our Hands, n1 vvn pno12 j p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1; cc n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 5
106 as it is for the Beasts; nor do our Houses grow for our Habitation, and comfortable abode. as it is for the Beasts; nor do our Houses grow for our Habitation, and comfortable Abided. c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2; ccx vdb po12 n2 vvb p-acp po12 n1, cc j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 5
107 Nothing is prepared for our use without our Industry and Endeavours. Nothing is prepared for our use without our Industry and Endeavours. np1 vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 5
108 So that by the Necessity of this State, we are engaged in Worldly Affairs: These, Nature requires us to mind, and Religion permits it; So that by the Necessity of this State, we Are engaged in Worldly Affairs: These, Nature requires us to mind, and Religion permits it; av cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp j n2: d, n1 vvz pno12 p-acp n1, cc n1 vvz pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 5
109 and nothing can be done without our Care; and Care would be very troublesome, if there were not some Love to the Objects we exercise our Cares upon: and nothing can be done without our Care; and Care would be very troublesome, if there were not Some Love to the Objects we exercise our Cares upon: cc pix vmb vbi vdn p-acp po12 vvb; cc vvb vmd vbi j j, cs pc-acp vbdr xx d vvb p-acp dt n2 pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp: (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 5
110 Hence it is, that some Cares about the things of this world, and Love to them is allowed us; Hence it is, that Some Cares about the things of this world, and Love to them is allowed us; av pn31 vbz, cst d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc vvb p-acp pno32 vbz vvn pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 5
111 and we are commanded to continue in the Calling wherein God hath set us, 1 Cor. 7. 20. and are warned that we be not slothful in Business, Rom. 12. 11. We may take some delight also in the Creatures that God gives us, and we Are commanded to continue in the Calling wherein God hath Set us, 1 Cor. 7. 20. and Are warned that we be not slothful in Business, Rom. 12. 11. We may take Some delight also in the Creatures that God gives us, cc pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12, vvn np1 crd crd cc vbr vvn cst pns12 vbb xx j p-acp n1, np1 crd crd pns12 vmb vvi d n1 av p-acp dt n2 cst np1 vvz pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 5
112 and love them in their degree: For the animal Life may have its moderate Gratifications; God made all things, that they might enjoy their Being. and love them in their degree: For the animal Life may have its moderate Gratifications; God made all things, that they might enjoy their Being. cc vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n1: p-acp dt n1 n1 vmb vhi po31 j n2; np1 vvd d n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi po32 vbg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 5
113 And now, notwithstanding all this, Religion commands us to set our Affections upon things above, Col. 3. 2. not to love the World, 1 Joh. 2. 15. to be careful for nothing, Phil. 4. 6. to take no thought for to morrow, Mat. 6. 34. The meaning of which Expressions is, That we should love God and Heavenly things, in the chief and first place; and avoid the immoderate Desires of Worldly Love and Cares. This is our Duty: and 'tis very difficult: For by reason of the hurry of Business, and those Passions that Earthly Engagements excite; And now, notwithstanding all this, Religion commands us to Set our Affections upon things above, Col. 3. 2. not to love the World, 1 John 2. 15. to be careful for nothing, Philip 4. 6. to take no Thought for to morrow, Mathew 6. 34. The meaning of which Expressions is, That we should love God and Heavenly things, in the chief and First place; and avoid the immoderate Desires of Worldly Love and Cares. This is our Duty: and it's very difficult: For by reason of the hurry of Business, and those Passion that Earthly Engagements excite; cc av, c-acp d d, n1 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb po12 n2 p-acp n2 a-acp, np1 crd crd xx p-acp vvb dt n1, vvn np1 crd crd pc-acp vbi j p-acp pix, np1 crd crd p-acp vvi dx vvn p-acp p-acp n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f r-crq n2 vbz, cst pns12 vmd vvi np1 cc j n2, p-acp dt j-jn cc ord n1; cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f j n1 cc n2. d vbz po12 n1: cc pn31|vbz j j: p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt vvb pp-f n1, cc d n2 cst j n2 vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 5
114 we consider not things as we should, and so, many times perceive not the Bounds of our Permissions, and the Beginnings of our Restraints; where the allowed Measure ends, and the forbidden Degree commenceth: what is the difference between that Care that is a Duty, and that which is a Sin; Providence and Carking; and between that Love of the World which is Necessary and Lawful, and that which is Extravagant and Inordinate? I say, by reason of the hurry we are in, amidst Business and worldly Delights, we many times perceive not our Bounds, and so slide easily into Earthly-mindedness and anxiety. And it is hard for us, who are engaged so much in the World, we Consider not things as we should, and so, many times perceive not the Bounds of our Permissions, and the Beginnings of our Restraints; where the allowed Measure ends, and the forbidden Degree Commenceth: what is the difference between that Care that is a Duty, and that which is a since; Providence and Carking; and between that Love of the World which is Necessary and Lawful, and that which is Extravagant and Inordinate? I say, by reason of the hurry we Are in, amid Business and worldly Delights, we many times perceive not our Bounds, and so slide Easily into Earthly-mindedness and anxiety. And it is hard for us, who Are engaged so much in the World, pns12 vvb xx n2 p-acp pns12 vmd, cc av, d n2 vvb xx dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n2; c-crq dt vvd vvb n2, cc dt vvn n1 vvz: r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp d vvb cst vbz dt n1, cc d r-crq vbz dt n1; n1 cc n-vvg; cc p-acp cst vvb pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz j cc j, cc cst r-crq vbz j cc j? pns11 vvb, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vbr p-acp, p-acp n1 cc j n2, pns12 d n2 vvb xx po12 n2, cc av vvb av-j p-acp j cc n1. cc pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12, r-crq vbr vvn av av-d p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 5
115 and who need it so much, who converse so much with it and about it, and whose time and endeavours are so unavoidably taken up by it; and who need it so much, who converse so much with it and about it, and whose time and endeavours Are so avoidable taken up by it; cc r-crq n1 pn31 av av-d, r-crq n1 av av-d p-acp pn31 cc p-acp pn31, cc rg-crq n1 cc n2 vbr av av-j vvn a-acp p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 5
116 I say 'tis hard for us, in such Circumstances, to be crucified to the World, Gal. 6. 14. and to all inordinate Affections to it: I say it's hard for us, in such circumstances, to be Crucified to the World, Gal. 6. 14. and to all inordinate Affections to it: pns11 vvb pn31|vbz j p-acp pno12, p-acp d n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd cc p-acp d j n2 p-acp pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 5
117 to live above it, and to settle our chief Delights, and Cares on things at great distance from us, which are unsutable to our corrupt Appetites, to live above it, and to settle our chief Delights, and Cares on things At great distance from us, which Are unsuitable to our corrupt Appetites, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc pc-acp vvi po12 j-jn n2, cc vvz p-acp n2 p-acp j n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq vbr j p-acp po12 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 5
118 and contrary to the most relishing Injoyments of Flesh; which Sense never saw nor felt, and which the Imagination it self could never grasp. This, no doubt, is hard Exercise, and this must be done in the way of Religion; and on this Account also, it is very difficult. and contrary to the most relishing Enjoyments of Flesh; which Sense never saw nor felt, and which the Imagination it self could never grasp. This, no doubt, is hard Exercise, and this must be done in the Way of Religion; and on this Account also, it is very difficult. cc j-jn p-acp dt ds vvg n2 pp-f n1; r-crq n1 av vvd ccx vvn, cc r-crq dt n1 pn31 n1 vmd av vvi. np1, dx n1, vbz j n1, cc d vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc p-acp d vvb av, pn31 vbz j j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 5
119 Thus of the First Proposition, That there are great Difficulties in Religion. I come now to the Second. Thus of the First Proposition, That there Are great Difficulties in Religion. I come now to the Second. av pp-f dt ord n1, cst a-acp vbr j n2 p-acp n1. pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord. (4) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 5
120 II. THat those Difficulties may be overcome by striving; which imports both the Encouragement, and the Means; II THat those Difficulties may be overcome by striving; which imports both the Encouragement, and the Means; crd cst d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg; r-crq vvz d dt n1, cc dt n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 5
121 That they may be vanquisht, and how. That they may be vanquished, and how. cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc c-crq. (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 5
122 (1.) That the Difficulties may be subdued, is clearly enough implyed, in the Precept; we should not have been commanded to strive, if it had been impossible to overcome. (1.) That the Difficulties may be subdued, is clearly enough employed, in the Precept; we should not have been commanded to strive, if it had been impossible to overcome. (crd) cst dt n2 vmb vbi vvn, vbz av-j av-d vvn, p-acp dt n1; pns12 vmd xx vhi vbn vvn p-acp vvb, cs pn31 vhd vbn j pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 5
123 God doth not put his Creatures upon fruitless Undertakings: God does not put his Creatures upon fruitless Undertakings: np1 vdz xx vvi po31 n2 p-acp j n2-vvg: (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 5
124 He never requires us to do any thing in order to that, which is not to be attained. Therefore when he was resolved not to be intreated for that stubborn and rebellious Nation; He never requires us to do any thing in order to that, which is not to be attained. Therefore when he was resolved not to be entreated for that stubborn and rebellious nation; pns31 av-x vvz pno12 pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp cst, r-crq vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn. av c-crq pns31 vbds vvn xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j cc j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 5
125 He would not have the Prophet pray for them, Jer. 7. 16. Pray not for this People, He would not have the Prophet pray for them, Jer. 7. 16. prey not for this People, pns31 vmd xx vhi dt n1 vvb p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd n1 xx p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 5
126 for I will not hear thee. for I will not hear thee. c-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi pno21. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 5
127 He would not be petitioned for that, which he was determined not to grant. He puts not his Creatures upon any vain Expectations and Endeavours; He would not be petitioned for that, which he was determined not to grant. He puts not his Creatures upon any vain Expectations and Endeavours; pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp cst, r-crq pns31 vbds vvn xx p-acp vvb. pns31 vvz xx po31 n2 p-acp d j n2 cc n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 5
128 nor would he have them deceive themselves by fond Dependences. nor would he have them deceive themselves by found Dependences. ccx vmd pns31 vhi pno32 vvi px32 p-acp j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 5
129 When one made this Profession to our Saviour, Lord, I will follow thee whither soever thou goest; When one made this Profession to our Saviour, Lord, I will follow thee whither soever thou goest; c-crq pi vvd d n1 p-acp po12 n1, n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 c-crq av pns21 vv2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 5
130 Christ tells him, that he must expect from him no worldly Honours or Preferments; no Power or sensual Pleasure, no, not so much as the ordinary Accommodations of Life: christ tells him, that he must expect from him no worldly Honours or Preferments; no Power or sensual Pleasure, no, not so much as the ordinary Accommodations of Life: np1 vvz pno31, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 dx j ng1 cc n2; dx n1 cc j n1, uh-dx, xx av av-d c-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 5
131 The Foxes have Holes, and the Birds of the Air have Nests, but the Son of Man hath not where to lay his Head, Luk. 9. 5, 8. He would not have the man that likely might look for these, upon the opinion of his being the Messias, in the Jewish sense, one that should at last, whatever the meanness of his Condition was at present, appear as a Mighty, and Triumphant temporal Monarch; I say, our Saviour would not have the Man follow him for that, which he had not to bestow upon him. The Foxes have Holes, and the Birds of the Air have Nests, but the Son of Man hath not where to lay his Head, Luk. 9. 5, 8. He would not have the man that likely might look for these, upon the opinion of his being the Messias, in the Jewish sense, one that should At last, whatever the meanness of his Condition was At present, appear as a Mighty, and Triumphant temporal Monarch; I say, our Saviour would not have the Man follow him for that, which he had not to bestow upon him. dt n2 vhb n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb n2, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vmd xx vhi dt n1 cst j vmd vvi p-acp d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vbg dt np1, p-acp dt jp n1, pi cst vmd p-acp ord, r-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbds p-acp j, vvb p-acp dt j, cc j j n1; pns11 vvb, po12 n1 vmd xx vhi dt n1 vvb pno31 p-acp cst, r-crq pns31 vhd xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 5
132 Since then that he who would not put us upon fruitless labours, hath commanded us to strive to enter; Since then that he who would not put us upon fruitless labours, hath commanded us to strive to enter; p-acp av cst pns31 r-crq vmd xx vvi pno12 p-acp j n2, vhz vvn pno12 p-acp vvb pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 5
133 'tis evident, that an entrance may be procured into the Gate by striving, and that the Difficulties may be overcome. it's evident, that an Entrance may be procured into the Gate by striving, and that the Difficulties may be overcome. pn31|vbz j, cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg, cc d dt n2 vmb vbb vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 5
134 The next thing in my Method is to shew, How; the manner is implyed in the Text; and exprest in the Proposition, viz. By striving; and by this, is meant, a resolute use of those means that are the Instruments of Happiness. The next thing in my Method is to show, How; the manner is employed in the Text; and expressed in the Proposition, viz. By striving; and by this, is meant, a resolute use of those means that Are the Instruments of Happiness. dt ord n1 p-acp po11 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi, c-crq; dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; cc vvn p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp vvg; cc p-acp d, vbz vvn, dt j vvb pp-f d n2 cst vbr dt n2 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 5
135 They are three, Faith, Prayer, and active Endeavour. They Are three, Faith, Prayer, and active Endeavour. pns32 vbr crd, n1, n1, cc j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 5
136 (I.) Faith is a chief Instrument, for the overcoming the Difficulties of our way. (I) Faith is a chief Instrument, for the overcoming the Difficulties of our Way. (uh) n1 vbz dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt vvg dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 5
137 And Faith in the general, is the belief of a Testimony; Divine Faith the belief of a Divine Testimony; and the chief things to be believed, And Faith in the general, is the belief of a Testimony; Divine Faith the belief of a Divine Testimony; and the chief things to be believed, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; j-jn n1 dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; cc dt j-jn n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 5
138 as encouragements and means for a Victory over the Difficulties in Religion, are these; That God is reconciled to us by his Son; as encouragements and means for a Victory over the Difficulties in Religion, Are these; That God is reconciled to us by his Son; c-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, vbr d; cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 5
139 That he will assist our weak endeavours by the Aids of his Spirit; That he will assist our weak endeavours by the Aids of his Spirit; cst pns31 vmb vvi po12 j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 5
140 That he will reward us if we strive as we ought, with immortal Happiness in a World of endless Glory. That he will reward us if we strive as we ought, with immortal Happiness in a World of endless Glory. cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 vmd, p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 5
141 By our belief of God's being reconciled, we are secured from those fears, that might discourage our approaches and endeavours, upon the account of his Purity and Justice. By the Faith of his Assistance, all the objections against our striving, that arise from the greatness of the Difficulties, and the disproportionate smallness of our Strength, are answered. By our belief of God's being reconciled, we Are secured from those fears, that might discourage our Approaches and endeavours, upon the account of his Purity and justice. By the Faith of his Assistance, all the objections against our striving, that arise from the greatness of the Difficulties, and the disproportionate smallness of our Strength, Are answered. p-acp po12 n1 pp-f npg1 vbg vvn, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n2, cst vmd vvi po12 n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, d dt n2 p-acp po12 vvg, cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, vbr vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 5
142 And from our believing eternal rewards in another World, we have a mighty motive to engage our utmost diligence, to contest with all difficulties that would keep us from it. And from our believing Eternal rewards in Another World, we have a mighty motive to engage our utmost diligence, to contest with all difficulties that would keep us from it. cc p-acp po12 j-vvg j n2 p-acp j-jn n1, pns12 vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 cst vmd vvi pno12 p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 5
143 What satisfaction is there, saith the believer, in the gratification of my corrupt Inclinations and Senses, in comparison with that, which ariseth from the favour of God, and an Interest in his Son? What difficulties in my Duty, too great for Divine Aids? What pains are we to undergo in the narrow and difficult way, that the Glory which is at the end of it, will not compensate? What is it to deny a base Inclination that will undo me; What satisfaction is there, Says the believer, in the gratification of my corrupt Inclinations and Senses, in comparison with that, which arises from the favour of God, and an Interest in his Son? What difficulties in my Duty, too great for Divine Aids? What pains Are we to undergo in the narrow and difficult Way, that the Glory which is At the end of it, will not compensate? What is it to deny a base Inclination that will undo me; q-crq n1 vbz a-acp, vvz dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 j n2 cc n2, p-acp n1 p-acp cst, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1? q-crq n2 p-acp po11 n1, av j p-acp j-jn n2? q-crq n2 vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j cc j n1, cst dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vmb xx j? q-crq vbz pn31 p-acp vvb dt j n1 cst vmb vvi pno11; (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 5
144 in obedience to him that made, and redeemed me; in Obedience to him that made, and redeemed me; p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvd, cc vvn pno11; (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 5
145 and to despise the little things of present sense, for the hope of everlasting enjoyments; Trifling pleasure, and to despise the little things of present sense, for the hope of everlasting enjoyments; Trifling pleasure, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2; j-vvg vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 5
146 for Hallelujahs? What were it for me to set vigorously upon those Passions that degrade my noble Nature, for Hallelujahs? What were it for me to Set vigorously upon those Passion that degrade my noble Nature, c-acp n2? r-crq vbdr pn31 p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d n2 cst vvb po11 j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 5
147 and make me a slave and a beast, and will make me more vile, and more miserable; and make me a slave and a beast, and will make me more vile, and more miserable; cc vvb pno11 dt n1 cc dt n1, cc vmb vvi pno11 dc j, cc dc j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 5
148 when the Spirit of the most High is at my right hand to assist me? Why should my noble Faculties, that were designed for glorious ends, be led into infamous practices by base Usages, and dishonourable Customs? What is the example of a wicked, sensual, wretched World, to that of the Holy Jesus; and all the Army of Prophets, Apostles and Martyrs? What is there in the World, that it should be loved more than God? and what is the Flesh, that it should have more of our time and care, than the great interests of our Souls? when the Spirit of the most High is At my right hand to assist me? Why should my noble Faculties, that were designed for glorious ends, be led into infamous practices by base Usages, and dishonourable Customs? What is the Exampl of a wicked, sensual, wretched World, to that of the Holy jesus; and all the Army of prophets, Apostles and Martyrs? What is there in the World, that it should be loved more than God? and what is the Flesh, that it should have more of our time and care, than the great interests of our Souls? c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j vbz p-acp po11 j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno11? q-crq vmd po11 j n2, cst vbdr vvn p-acp j n2, vbb vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp j n2, cc j n2? q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j, j, j n1, p-acp cst pp-f dt j np1; cc d dt n1 pp-f n2, n2 cc n2? q-crq vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn av-dc cs np1? cc q-crq vbz dt n1, cst pn31 vmd vhi dc pp-f po12 n1 cc vvb, cs dt j n2 pp-f po12 n2? (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 5
149 Such are the Considerations of a mind, that Faith hath awakened; Such Are the Considerations of a mind, that Faith hath awakened; d vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst n1 vhz vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 5
150 and by them it is prepared for vigorous striving. So that Faith is the Spring of all; and necessary to the other two Instruments of our Happiness. Besides which, it is acceptable to God, in it self, and so disposeth us for his gracious helps, by which we are enabled to overcome the Difficulties of our way. and by them it is prepared for vigorous striving. So that Faith is the Spring of all; and necessary to the other two Instruments of our Happiness. Beside which, it is acceptable to God, in it self, and so Disposeth us for his gracious helps, by which we Are enabled to overcome the Difficulties of our Way. cc p-acp pno32 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j vvg. av cst n1 vbz dt vvb pp-f d; cc j p-acp dt j-jn crd n2 pp-f po12 n1. p-acp r-crq, pn31 vbz j p-acp np1, p-acp pn31 n1, cc av vvz pno12 p-acp po31 j n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 5
151 While a man considers the Difficulties only, and weighs them against his own strength, let him suppose the Liberty of his Will to be what he pleaseth, While a man considers the Difficulties only, and weighs them against his own strength, let him suppose the Liberty of his Will to be what he Pleases, n1 dt n1 vvz dt n2 av-j, cc vvz pno32 p-acp po31 d n1, vvb pno31 vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 vmb pc-acp vbi r-crq pns31 vvz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 5
152 yet while 'tis under such disadvantages, that will signifie very little; and he that sees no further, sits down in discouragement; yet while it's under such disadvantages, that will signify very little; and he that sees no further, sits down in discouragement; av n1 pn31|vbz p-acp d n2, d vmb vvi av j; cc pns31 cst vvz dx av-jc, vvz a-acp p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 5
153 But when the mind is fortified with the firm belief of Divine help, he attempts then with a noble vigour, which cannot miscarry, if it do not cool and faint. For he that endures to the end, shall be saved, Mat. 24. 13. Thus Faith sets the other Instruments of Happiness on work, But when the mind is fortified with the firm belief of Divine help, he attempts then with a noble vigour, which cannot miscarry, if it do not cool and faint. For he that endures to the end, shall be saved, Mathew 24. 13. Thus Faith sets the other Instruments of Happiness on work, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, pns31 vvz av p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vmbx vvb, cs pn31 vdb xx j cc j. p-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn, np1 crd crd av n1 vvz dt j-jn n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 5
154 and therefore 'tis deservedly reckoned as the first; and 'tis that which must always accompany the exercises of Religion, and give them life and motion. and Therefore it's deservedly reckoned as the First; and it's that which must always accompany the exercises of Religion, and give them life and motion. cc av pn31|vbz av-vvn vvn p-acp dt ord; cc pn31|vbz cst r-crq vmb av vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb pno32 n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 5
155 (II.) Prayer is another means we must use, in order to our overcoming the Difficulties of the way. (II) Prayer is Another means we must use, in order to our overcoming the Difficulties of the Way. (crd) n1 vbz j-jn vvz pns12 vmb vvi, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 5
156 Our own meer, natural Strength is weakness; and without supernatural helps those Difficulties are not to be surmounted. Our own mere, natural Strength is weakness; and without supernatural helps those Difficulties Are not to be surmounted. np1 d j, j n1 vbz n1; cc p-acp j vvz d n2 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 5
157 Those Aids are necessary, and God is ready to bestow them on us; Those Aids Are necessary, and God is ready to bestow them on us; d n2 vbr j, cc np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 5
158 For He would have all men to be saved, and to come to the Knowledge of the Truth, 1 Tim. 2. 4. But for these things he will be sought unto. For He would have all men to be saved, and to come to the Knowledge of the Truth, 1 Tim. 2. 4. But for these things he will be sought unto. c-acp pns31 vmd vhi d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp d n2 pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 5
159 And 'tis very just, and fit that we should address our selves to him by Prayer, to acknowledge our own insufficiency, and dependence on him for the mercies we expect; And it's very just, and fit that we should address our selves to him by Prayer, to acknowledge our own insufficiency, and dependence on him for the Mercies we expect; cc pn31|vbz j j, cc j cst pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi po12 d n1, cc n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2 pns12 vvb; (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 5
160 and thereby to own Him for the giver of every good and perfect gift; and to instruct our selves how his favours are to be received and used, viz. with Reverence and Thanksgiving: This, 'tis highly fit we should do; and thereby to own Him for the giver of every good and perfect gift; and to instruct our selves how his favours Are to be received and used, viz. with reverence and Thanksgiving: This, it's highly fit we should do; cc av p-acp d pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n1; cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 c-crq po31 n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, n1 p-acp n1 cc n1: d, pn31|vbz av-j j pns12 vmd vdi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 5
161 and the doing it prepares us for his blessings; and the doing it prepares us for his blessings; cc av vdg pn31 vvz pno12 p-acp po31 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 5
162 and he fails not to bestow them on those that are prepared by Faith and Prayer; For he giveth liberally and upbraids not; and he fails not to bestow them on those that Are prepared by Faith and Prayer; For he gives liberally and upbraids not; cc pns31 vvz xx p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1; c-acp pns31 vvz av-j cc vvz xx; (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 5
163 And our Prayers are required, not as if they could move his will, which is always graciously inclined to our Happiness; But as it's that tribute which we owe our Maker and Benefactor; and that without which 'tis not so fit he should bestow his particular favours on us. And our Prayers Are required, not as if they could move his will, which is always graciously inclined to our Happiness; But as it's that tribute which we owe our Maker and Benefactor; and that without which it's not so fit he should bestow his particular favours on us. cc po12 n2 vbr vvn, xx c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi po31 vmb, r-crq vbz av av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1; p-acp c-acp pn31|vbz cst n1 r-crq pns12 vvb po12 n1 cc n1; cc cst p-acp r-crq pn31|vbz xx av j pns31 vmd vvi po31 j n2 p-acp pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 5
164 For it by no means becomes the Divine Majesty, to vouchsafe the specialties of his Grace and Goodness to those, that are not sensible they want them; For it by no means becomes the Divine Majesty, to vouchsafe the specialties of his Grace and goodness to those, that Are not sensible they want them; p-acp pn31 p-acp dx n2 vvz dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 vvb cc n1 p-acp d, cst vbr xx j pns32 vvb pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 5
165 and are not humbled to a due apprehension of their weakness and dependence. and Are not humbled to a due apprehension of their weakness and dependence. cc vbr xx vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 5
166 But for such as are so, and express their humble desires in the Ardours of Holy Prayer, God never denies them the assistances of his Spirit: For if ye being evil (saith our Saviour) know how to give good gifts unto your Children, But for such as Are so, and express their humble Desires in the Ardours of Holy Prayer, God never Denies them the assistances of his Spirit: For if you being evil (Says our Saviour) know how to give good Gifts unto your Children, p-acp p-acp d c-acp vbr av, cc vvi po32 j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, np1 av-x vvz pno32 dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: c-acp cs pn22 vbg j-jn (vvz po12 n1) vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp po22 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 5
167 how much more shall your Father which is in Heaven give good things to those that ask Him? Mat. 7. 11. how much more shall your Father which is in Heaven give good things to those that ask Him? Mathew 7. 11. c-crq d dc vmb po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1 vvb j n2 p-acp d cst vvb pno31? np1 crd crd (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 5
168 And These Divine Helps obtain'd by Faith and Prayer, and join'd with our active constant endeavour, will not fail to enable us to overcome the Difficulties, and to procure us an entrance at the strait Gate. And so I come to the Third Instrument of our Happiness, which is implyed in striving, viz. And These Divine Helps obtained by Faith and Prayer, and joined with our active constant endeavour, will not fail to enable us to overcome the Difficulties, and to procure us an Entrance At the strait Gate. And so I come to the Third Instrument of our Happiness, which is employed in striving, viz. cc d j-jn n2 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vvn p-acp po12 j j n1, vmb xx vvi p-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vvn dt n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. cc av pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp vvg, n1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 5
169 (III.) Active Endeavour, in which Repentance and the fruits of it are implied; (III.) Active Endeavour, in which Repentance and the fruits of it Are implied; (np1.) j n1, p-acp r-crq n1 cc dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbr vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 5
170 Both Faith and Prayer are in order to this; and without it neither can turn to account. Both Faith and Prayer Are in order to this; and without it neither can turn to account. d n1 cc n1 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp d; cc p-acp pn31 av-d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 5
171 For Faith without works is dead, Jam. 2. 20. and Prayer, without endeavour, fruitless; yea indeed, in the Divine Estimate, it is none at all: 'Tis bodily exercise; For Faith without works is dead, Jam. 2. 20. and Prayer, without endeavour, fruitless; yea indeed, in the Divine Estimate, it is none At all: It's bodily exercise; p-acp n1 p-acp n2 vbz j, np1 crd crd cc n1, p-acp n1, j; uh av, p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vbz pi p-acp d: pn31|vbz j vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 5
172 no Prayer. For when we invoke Gods help, we desire it, that we may use it; no Prayer. For when we invoke God's help, we desire it, that we may use it; dx n1. c-acp c-crq pns12 vvb n2 vvi, pns12 vvb pn31, cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 5
173 Divine Grace is not a Treasure to lay up by us, but an Instrument to work with; Divine Grace is not a Treasure to lay up by us, but an Instrument to work with; j-jn n1 vbz xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno12, cc-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 5
174 and when we pray that God would assist us in our endeavours, and endeavour not at all, we mock God, and when we pray that God would assist us in our endeavours, and endeavour not At all, we mock God, cc c-crq pns12 vvb cst np1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvb xx p-acp d, pns12 vvb np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 5
175 and trifle with him in our Prayers: and trifle with him in our Prayers: cc vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 5
176 Endeavour then is necessary, and necessary in a degree so eminent, that this is always included in Faith when 'tis taken in the highest and noblest Evangelical sense, viz. for the Faith which justifies and saves; for that comprehends all those endeavours, and their fruits, whereby we are made happy. Endeavour then is necessary, and necessary in a degree so eminent, that this is always included in Faith when it's taken in the highest and Noblest Evangelical sense, viz. for the Faith which Justifies and saves; for that comprehends all those endeavours, and their fruits, whereby we Are made happy. vvb av vbz j, cc j p-acp dt n1 av j, cst d vbz av vvd p-acp n1 c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt js cc js np1 n1, n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz cc vvz; p-acp cst vvz d d n2, cc po32 n2, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 5
177 We must not expect that God should do all (exclusively ) in the work of our Salvation. We must not expect that God should do all (exclusively) in the work of our Salvation. pns12 vmb xx vvi cst np1 vmd vdi d (av-j) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 5
178 He doth his part, and we must do ours; (though we do that, by his help too.) He that made us without our selves, will not save us without our selves, said the Father. He does his part, and we must do ours; (though we do that, by his help too.) He that made us without our selves, will not save us without our selves, said the Father. pns31 vdz po31 vvi, cc pns12 vmb vdi png12; (cs pns12 vdb cst, p-acp po31 n1 av.) pns31 cst vvd pno12 p-acp po12 n2, vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2, vvd dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 5
179 We are commanded to seek, Mat. 7. 7. To Run, 1 Cor. 9. 24. To fight, 1 Tim. 6. 12. To give diligence, 2 Pet. 1. 10. These all import Action and Endeavour. And that endeavour must not be only a faint purpose, or formal service; We Are commanded to seek, Mathew 7. 7. To Run, 1 Cor. 9. 24. To fight, 1 Tim. 6. 12. To give diligence, 2 Pet. 1. 10. These all import Actium and Endeavour. And that endeavour must not be only a faint purpose, or formal service; pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd p-acp vvb, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp vvi, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp vvb n1, crd np1 crd crd d d vvi n1 cc n1. cc d n1 vmb xx vbi av-j dt j n1, cc j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 5
180 but it must be imployed in the highest degree of Care and Diligence. The Kingdom of Heaven suffereth violence, Mat. 11. 12. and this violence must not be used in an heat, and sudden fit only, that cools and dies, and contents it self with having been warm for a time: but it must be employed in the highest degree of Care and Diligence. The Kingdom of Heaven suffers violence, Mathew 11. 12. and this violence must not be used in an heat, and sudden fit only, that cools and die, and contents it self with having been warm for a time: cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt js n1 pp-f vvb cc n1. dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1, np1 crd crd cc d n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc j j av-j, d vvz cc vvz, cc vvz pn31 n1 p-acp vhg vbn j p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 5
181 But it must be a steady and constant course of Activity, a continual striving to overcome the remaining difficulties of the way. But it must be a steady and constant course of Activity, a continual striving to overcome the remaining difficulties of the Way. cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1, dt j vvg pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 5
182 We must endeavour vigorously and constantly; and in that, (after our Faith is strengthened by deep consideration, and Divine assistance implored by ardent Prayer ) our course is, We must endeavour vigorously and constantly; and in that, (After our Faith is strengthened by deep consideration, and Divine assistance implored by Ardent Prayer) our course is, pns12 vmb vvi av-j cc av-j; cc p-acp cst, (p-acp po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n1, cc j-jn n1 vvd p-acp j n1) po12 n1 vbz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 5
183 (1.) To abstain from all the outward actions of Sin, and to perform the external acts of the contrary Vertues. (1.) To abstain from all the outward actions of since, and to perform the external acts of the contrary Virtues. (crd) pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 5
184 To cease to do evil, Isa. 1. 16. is the first step. When the Publicans askt John the Baptist, Luke 3. 12. what they should do; To cease to do evil, Isaiah 1. 16. is the First step. When the Publicans asked John the Baptist, Lycia 3. 12. what they should do; p-acp vvi pc-acp vdi j-jn, np1 crd crd vbz dt ord n1. c-crq dt n2 vvd np1 dt np1, av crd crd r-crq pns32 vmd vdi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 5
185 His direction was, that they should not exact, vers. 13. and to the Souldiers, asking the same question, he answers, Do violence to no man, vers. 14. These were the sins of their particular Professions, which were to be quitted, before any thing could be done higher. We have ordinarily more power over our actions, than our habits, and therefore we should begin here, His direction was, that they should not exact, vers. 13. and to the Soldiers, asking the same question, he answers, Do violence to no man, vers. 14. These were the Sins of their particular Professions, which were to be quit, before any thing could be done higher. We have ordinarily more power over our actions, than our habits, and Therefore we should begin Here, po31 n1 vbds, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi, fw-la. crd cc p-acp dt n2, vvg dt d n1, pns31 vvz, vdb n1 p-acp dx n1, fw-la. crd d vbdr dt n2 pp-f po32 j n2, r-crq vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp d n1 vmd vbi vdn jc. pns12 vhb av-j av-dc n1 p-acp po12 n2, cs po12 n2, cc av pns12 vmd vvi av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 5
186 and resolve deeply, by divine help, to cut off those supplies that feed vitious inclinations; for wicked habits are maintain'd by actions of Wickedness; when they cease, the inclinations grow more faint, and weak: and when we are come but thus far, to have confined our lusts, we shall be encouraged to proceed to destroy them. and resolve deeply, by divine help, to Cut off those supplies that feed vicious inclinations; for wicked habits Are maintained by actions of Wickedness; when they cease, the inclinations grow more faint, and weak: and when we Are come but thus Far, to have confined our Lustiest, we shall be encouraged to proceed to destroy them. cc vvb av-jn, p-acp j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp d vvz cst vvb j n2; p-acp j n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1; c-crq pns32 vvi, dt n2 vvb dc j, cc j: cc c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp av av-j, pc-acp vhi vvn po12 n2, pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 5
187 'Tis said, There is no great distance between a Princes Prison and his Grave; The saying is most true in the case of Tyrants and Usurpers; and the habits of sin are both; when they are restrain'd, they are not far from being destroyed, if we imploy our endeavours, It's said, There is no great distance between a Princes Prison and his Grave; The saying is most true in the case of Tyrants and Usurpers; and the habits of since Are both; when they Are restrained, they Are not Far from being destroyed, if we employ our endeavours, pn31|vbz vvn, pc-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc po31 j; dt n-vvg vbz av-ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 cc n2; cc dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr av-d; c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, pns32 vbr xx av-j p-acp vbg vvn, cs pns12 vvb po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 5
188 and the divine aids, as we ought. and the divine aids, as we ought. cc dt j-jn n2, c-acp pns12 vmd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 5
189 This then must be done First, and the other part of the advice must be taken with it, viz. we must practise the outward actions of the contrary Vertues. This then must be done First, and the other part of the Advice must be taken with it, viz. we must practise the outward actions of the contrary Virtues. d av vmb vbi vdn ord, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, n1 pns12 vmb vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 5
190 We must do well, when we cease to do evil. When we turn from darkness, it must be to light, Acts 26. 18. Not from one kind of darkness to another. When we cease to oppress, we must be charitable; when we leave to tyrannize over our inferiours, we must be kind and helpful to them. We must do well, when we cease to do evil. When we turn from darkness, it must be to Light, Acts 26. 18. Not from one kind of darkness to Another. When we cease to oppress, we must be charitable; when we leave to tyrannise over our inferiors, we must be kind and helpful to them. pns12 vmb vdi av, c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vdi j-jn. c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1, n2 crd crd xx p-acp crd j pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn. c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp vvb, pns12 vmb vbi j; c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2-jn, pns12 vmb vbi j cc j p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 5
191 When we forbear to slander, we must speak all the good we can of our Neighbour. When we forbear to slander, we must speak all the good we can of our Neighbour. c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp vvb, pns12 vmb vvi d dt j pns12 vmb pp-f po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 5
192 The outward actions of Vertue are in our power; and 'tis somewhat to come so far as this: What is more, viz. The inward love and delight in goodness, will succeed in time, if we persevere. The outward actions of Virtue Are in our power; and it's somewhat to come so Far as this: What is more, viz. The inward love and delight in Goodness, will succeed in time, if we persevere. dt j n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp po12 n1; cc pn31|vbz av pc-acp vvi av av-j c-acp d: q-crq vbz av-dc, n1 dt j n1 cc vvi p-acp n1, vmb vvi p-acp n1, cs pns12 vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 5
193 'Tis not safe for us to propose to our selves the greatest heights at first; if we do, we are discouraged, and fall back. It's not safe for us to propose to our selves the greatest heights At First; if we do, we Are discouraged, and fallen back. pn31|vbz xx j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt js n2 p-acp ord; cs pns12 vdb, pns12 vbr vvn, cc vvi av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 5
194 God accepts even of that little, if it be in order to more. He despiseth not the day of small things, Zech. 4. 10. If thou dost well, shalt thou not be accepted? Christ loved the young man who had kept the external part of the Commandments, Mark 10. 12. If he had had the courage to have proceeded; God accepts even of that little, if it be in order to more. He despises not the day of small things, Zechariah 4. 10. If thou dost well, shalt thou not be accepted? christ loved the young man who had kept the external part of the commandments, Mark 10. 12. If he had had the courage to have proceeded; np1 vvz av pp-f d j, cs pn31 vbb p-acp n1 p-acp av-dc. pns31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f j n2, np1 crd crd cs pns21 vd2 av, vm2 pns21 xx vbi vvn? np1 vvd dt j n1 r-crq vhd vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, vvb crd crd cs pns31 vhd vhn dt n1 pc-acp vhi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 5
195 what he had done, would have steaded him much. The inward love of Vertue and Holiness is promoted by the outward exercises of them, what he had done, would have steaded him much. The inward love of Virtue and Holiness is promoted by the outward exercises of them, r-crq pns31 vhd vdn, vmd vhi vvn pno31 av-d. dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 5
196 and hereby the contrary evils are both pined and thrust out. Thus of the First thing that Endeavour implies; upon this must follow, and hereby the contrary evils Are both pined and thrust out. Thus of the First thing that Endeavour Implies; upon this must follow, cc av dt j-jn n2-jn vbr d vvd cc vvd av. av pp-f dt ord n1 cst vvb vvz; p-acp d vmb vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 5
197 (2.) An attempt upon evil habits, viz. Those that have been super-induced on us by Carelesness and Temptation, bad Customs and evil Company. Every victory is a means to another; (2.) an attempt upon evil habits, viz. Those that have been superinduced on us by Carelessness and Temptation, bad Customs and evil Company. Every victory is a means to Another; (crd) dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2, n1 d cst vhb vbn j p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1, j n2 cc j-jn n1. np1 n1 vbz dt n2 p-acp j-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 5
198 we grow stronger, and the enemy weaker by it. To have overcome the outward acts of sin, is a beginning in our spiritual warfare; we grow Stronger, and the enemy Weaker by it. To have overcome the outward acts of since, is a beginning in our spiritual warfare; pns12 vvb jc, cc dt n1 jc p-acp pn31. p-acp vhb vvn dt j n2 pp-f n1, vbz dt vvg p-acp po12 j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 5
199 but our chief enemies are the habits; these must be attempted also, but with Prudence; wild Beasts are not to be dealt with by main strength; Art and Stratagem must be used in this War; but our chief enemies Are the habits; these must be attempted also, but with Prudence; wild Beasts Are not to be dealt with by main strength; Art and Stratagem must be used in this War; cc-acp po12 j-jn n2 vbr dt n2; d vmb vbi vvn av, cc-acp p-acp n1; j n2 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp j n1; n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 5
200 and 'tis good policy, I think here, to fight the least powerful foes first, the contracted habits, and it's good policy, I think Here, to fight the least powerful foes First, the contracted habits, cc pn31|vbz j n1, pns11 vvb av, pc-acp vvi dt ds j n2 ord, dt vvn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 5
201 before we fall on the inbred natural Inclinations. before we fallen on the inbred natural Inclinations. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt j j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 5
202 While our forces are weak, 'tis dangerous setting upon the strongest holds, viz. the vices of Complexion, which are woven into our very Natures. If a man apply all his force where he hath not resolution enough to go through with what he undertakes, he receives a foyl, While our forces Are weak, it's dangerous setting upon the Strongest holds, viz. the vices of Complexion, which Are woven into our very Nature's. If a man apply all his force where he hath not resolution enough to go through with what he undertakes, he receives a foil, cs po12 n2 vbr j, pn31|vbz j vvg p-acp dt js n2, n1 dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp po12 j n2. cs dt n1 vvi d po31 vvi c-crq pns31 vhz xx n1 av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 5
203 and 'tis odds but he sits down and faints. Prudence therefore is to be used, where we distrust our strength: and it's odds but he sits down and faints. Prudence Therefore is to be used, where we distrust our strength: cc pn31|vbz n2 cc-acp pns31 vvz a-acp cc vvz. n1 av vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 5
204 Fall upon Sin, where 'tis weakest, where it hath least of Nature, and least of Temptation; and where we have arguments from Reputation and worldly Interests wherewith to war against it. Fallen upon since, where it's Weakest, where it hath least of Nature, and least of Temptation; and where we have Arguments from Reputation and worldly Interests wherewith to war against it. vvb p-acp n1, c-crq pn31|vbz js, c-crq pn31 vhz ds pp-f n1, cc ds pp-f n1; cc c-crq pns12 vhb n2 p-acp n1 cc j n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 5
205 If we prevail, we are heartned by the success: Our Faith and Resolution will grow stronger by this experience, If we prevail, we Are heartened by the success: Our Faith and Resolution will grow Stronger by this experience, cs pns12 vvi, pns12 vbr vvd p-acp dt n1: po12 n1 cc n1 vmb vvi jc p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 5
206 when we have triumph't over the sins of evil Custom, Example, and sensual Indulgence. when we have triumphed over the Sins of evil Custom, Exampl, and sensual Indulgence. c-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, n1, cc j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 5
207 And when that is done, we must remember that 'tis not enough that those habits are thrust out; And when that is done, we must Remember that it's not enough that those habits Are thrust out; cc c-crq d vbz vdn, pns12 vmb vvi d pn31|vbz xx av-d cst d n2 vbr vvn av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 5
208 others must be planted in their room: when the foyl is prepared, the seed must be sown, Others must be planted in their room: when the foil is prepared, the seed must be sown, n2-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1: c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vmb vbb vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 5
209 and the seeds of vertuous habits, are the actions of vertue. and the seeds of virtuous habits, Are the actions of virtue. cc dt n2 pp-f j n2, vbr dt n2 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 5
210 These I recommended under the last head, and shall say more of the introducing of habits, under one that follows on purpose. These I recommended under the last head, and shall say more of the introducing of habits, under one that follows on purpose. np1 pns11 vvd p-acp dt ord n1, cc vmb vvi dc pp-f dt vvg pp-f n2, p-acp crd cst vvz p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 5
211 (3.) The next advance in our endeavours, is, In the Strength of God, (3.) The next advance in our endeavours, is, In the Strength of God, (crd) dt ord vvi p-acp po12 n2, vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 5
212 and in the Name of his Son, to assault the greater Devils, and to strive to cast out them; and in the Name of his Son, to assault the greater Devils, and to strive to cast out them; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt jc n2, cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi av pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 5
213 I mean the Sins of Complexion, and particular Nature. I mean the Sins of Complexion, and particular Nature. pns11 vvb dt n2 pp-f n1, cc j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 5
214 This is a great work, and will require strong Faith, and many Prayers, and much Time, and great Watchfulness, and invincible Resolution: Imploy these heartily; and though thou now and then mayst receive a foyl, This is a great work, and will require strong Faith, and many Prayers, and much Time, and great Watchfulness, and invincible Resolution: Employ these heartily; and though thou now and then Mayest receive a foil, d vbz dt j vvi, cc vmb vvi j n1, cc d n2, cc d n1, cc j n1, cc j n1: vvb d av-j; cc cs pns21 av cc av vm2 vvi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 5
215 yet give not off so, but rise again in the strength of God, implore new aid, yet give not off so, but rise again in the strength of God, implore new aid, av vvb xx a-acp av, cc-acp vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb j vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 5
216 and fortifie thy self with more considerations, and deeper resolves; and fortify thy self with more considerations, and Deeper resolves; cc vvi po21 n1 p-acp dc n2, cc avc-jn vvz; (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 5
217 and then renew the Combat upon the encouragement of Divine Assistance, and Christ's Merits and Intercession, and the promise that sin shall not have dominion over us, Rom. 6. 14. and then renew the Combat upon the encouragement of Divine Assistance, and Christ's Merits and Intercession, and the promise that sin shall not have dominion over us, Rom. 6. 14. cc av vvb dt vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cc npg1 n2 cc n1, cc dt vvb cst vvb vmb xx vhi n1 p-acp pno12, np1 crd crd (4) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 5
218 Remember, that this is the great work, and the biggest difficulty; if this be not overcome, all our other labour hath been in vain, and will be lost. If this root remain, it will still bear poysonous fruit, which will be matter for Temptation, and occasion of continual falling; and we shall be in danger of being reconciled again to our old sins, and to undo all; remember, that this is the great work, and the biggest difficulty; if this be not overcome, all our other labour hath been in vain, and will be lost. If this root remain, it will still bear poisonous fruit, which will be matter for Temptation, and occasion of continual falling; and we shall be in danger of being reconciled again to our old Sins, and to undo all; vvb, cst d vbz dt j vvi, cc dt js n1; cs d vbb xx vvn, d po12 j-jn n1 vhz vbn p-acp j, cc vmb vbi vvn. cs d vvi vvi, pn31 vmb av vvi j n1, r-crq vmb vbi n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f j n-vvg; cc pns12 vmb vbi p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn av p-acp po12 j n2, cc p-acp vvb av-d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 5
219 and so our latter end will be worse than our beginning, 2 Pet. 2. 20. Or, at least, and so our latter end will be Worse than our beginning, 2 Pet. 2. 20. Or, At least, cc av po12 d n1 vmb vbi jc cs po12 n1, crd np1 crd crd cc, p-acp ds, (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 5
220 though we stand at a stay, and satisfie our selves with that; yet though we are contented, our condition is not safe. though we stand At a stay, and satisfy our selves with that; yet though we Are contented, our condition is not safe. cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp d; av cs pns12 vbr vvn, po12 n1 vbz xx j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 5
221 If we will endeavour to any purpose of duty, or security, we must proceed still after our lesser conquests, till the sins of Complexion are laid dead at our feet. If we will endeavour to any purpose of duty, or security, we must proceed still After our lesser conquests, till the Sins of Complexion Are laid dead At our feet. cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, pns12 vmb vvi av p-acp po12 jc n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn j p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 5
222 He that is born of God, sinneth not, and he cannot sin, 1 Joh. 3. 9. Till we come to this, we are but strugling in the Birth. He that is born of God, Sinneth not, and he cannot sin, 1 John 3. 9. Till we come to this, we Are but struggling in the Birth. pns31 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1, vvz xx, cc pns31 vmbx vvi, vvn np1 crd crd c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp d, pns12 vbr p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 5
223 Such a perfection as is mortifying of vitious temper, is I hope attainable, and 'tis no doubt that which Religion aims at; Such a perfection as is mortifying of vicious temper, is I hope attainable, and it's no doubt that which Religion aims At; d dt n1 c-acp vbz vvg pp-f j n1, vbz pns11 vvb j, cc pn31|vbz dx n1 cst r-crq n1 vvz p-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 5
224 and though it be a difficult height, yet we must not sit down this side: At least we must be always pressing on to this Mark: and though it be a difficult height, yet we must not fit down this side: At least we must be always pressing on to this Mark: cc cs pn31 vbb dt j n1, av pns12 vmb xx vvi a-acp d n1: p-acp ds pns12 vmb vbi av vvg a-acp p-acp d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 5
225 if Providence cut off our days before we have arrived to it, we may expect acceptance of the sincerity of our endeavours, upon the account of the merits of our Saviour: if Providence Cut off our days before we have arrived to it, we may expect acceptance of the sincerity of our endeavours, upon the account of the merits of our Saviour: cs n1 vvb p-acp po12 n2 c-acp pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pn31, pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 5
226 For he hath procured favour for those sincere Believers and Endeavourers, whose Day is done before their work is compleated; For he hath procured favour for those sincere Believers and Endeavourers, whose Day is done before their work is completed; c-acp pns31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp d j n2 cc n2, rg-crq n1 vbz vdn p-acp po32 n1 vbz vvd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 5
227 this I mean, of subduing the darling sins of their particular Natures. But then if we rest, and please our selves with the little Victories and Attainments, this I mean, of subduing the darling Sins of their particular Nature's. But then if we rest, and please our selves with the little Victories and Attainments, d pns11 vvb, pp-f j-vvg dt j-jn n2 pp-f po32 j n2. cc-acp av cs pns12 vvi, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 5
228 and let these our great Enemies quietly alone, 'tis an argument our endeavours are not sincere, but much short of that striving, which will procure an entrance into the strait Gate. The next thing (and 'tis the last I shall mention) which is implyed in striving, is, and let these our great Enemies quietly alone, it's an argument our endeavours Are not sincere, but much short of that striving, which will procure an Entrance into the strait Gate. The next thing (and it's the last I shall mention) which is employed in striving, is, cc vvb d po12 j n2 av-jn j, pn31|vbz dt n1 po12 n2 vbr xx j, p-acp d j pp-f d vvg, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. dt ord n1 (cc pn31|vbz dt ord pns11 vmb vvi) r-crq vbz vvn p-acp vvg, vbz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 5
229 (4.) To furnish our selves, through Divine Grace, with the Habits and Inclinations of Holiness and Vertue. (4.) To furnish our selves, through Divine Grace, with the Habits and Inclinations of Holiness and Virtue. (crd) pc-acp vvi po12 n2, p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 5
230 For Goodness to become a kind of Nature to the Soul, is an height indeed; but such a one as may be reacht: For goodness to become a kind of Nature to the Soul, is an height indeed; but such a one as may be reached: p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 av; cc-acp d dt pi p-acp vmb vbb vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 5
231 the new Nature, and New Creature, Gal. 6. 15. are not meer names. the new Nature, and New Creature, Gal. 6. 15. Are not mere names. dt j n1, cc j n1, np1 crd crd vbr xx j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 5
232 We have observ'd that some men are of a Natural Generosity, Veracity and Sweetness; and they cannot act contrary to these Native Vertues, without a mighty Violence: why now should not the New Nature be as powerful as the Old? And why may not the Spirit of God, working by an active Faith and Endeavour, fix Habits and Inclinations on the Soul, We have observed that Some men Are of a Natural Generosity, Veracity and Sweetness; and they cannot act contrary to these Native Virtues, without a mighty Violence: why now should not the New Nature be as powerful as the Old? And why may not the Spirit of God, working by an active Faith and Endeavour, fix Habits and Inclinations on the Soul, pns12 vhb vvn cst d n2 vbr pp-f dt j n1, n1 cc n1; cc pns32 vmbx vvb j-jn p-acp d j-jn n2, p-acp dt j n1: uh-crq av vmd xx dt j n1 vbb p-acp j p-acp dt j? cc c-crq vmb xx dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, vvb n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 5
233 as prevalent as those? No doubt, it may, and doth, upon the Diviner Souls: as prevalent as those? No doubt, it may, and does, upon the Diviner Souls: c-acp j c-acp d? dx n1, pn31 vmb, cc vdz, p-acp dt jc-jn n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 5
234 For whom to do a wicked, or unworthy Action, 'twould be as violent and unnatural, as for the meek and compassionate temper to butcher the innocent; or for him, that is naturally just, to oppress and make a prey of the Fatherless and the Widow: I say, such a degree of perfection as this, should be aim'd at, Heb. 6. 1. and we should not slacken or intermit our endeavours till it be attain'd. For whom to do a wicked, or unworthy Actium, 'twould be as violent and unnatural, as for the meek and compassionate temper to butcher the innocent; or for him, that is naturally just, to oppress and make a prey of the Fatherless and the Widow: I say, such a degree of perfection as this, should be aimed At, Hebrew 6. 1. and we should not slacken or intermit our endeavours till it be attained. p-acp ro-crq pc-acp vdi dt j, cc j n1, pn31|vmd vbi c-acp j cc j, a-acp p-acp dt j cc j vvi p-acp n1 dt j-jn; cc p-acp pno31, cst vbz av-j j, p-acp vvb cc vvi dt vvb pp-f dt j cc dt n1: pns11 vvb, d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, vmd vbi vvn p-acp, np1 crd crd cc pns12 vmd xx vvn cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp pn31 vbb vvd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 5
235 In order to it, we are to use frequent meditation on the excellency and pleasure of Vertue and Religion; In order to it, we Are to use frequent meditation on the excellency and pleasure of Virtue and Religion; p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 5
236 and earnest Prayer for the Grace of God; and diligent attendance upon the publick worship; and pious Company and Converses: and earnest Prayer for the Grace of God; and diligent attendance upon the public worship; and pious Company and Converses: cc j n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f np1; cc j n1 p-acp dt j n1; cc j n1 cc vvz: (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 5
237 For this great design, these helps are requisite, and if we exercise our selves in them as we ought, they will fire our Souls with the love of God and Goodness; For this great Design, these helps Are requisite, and if we exercise our selves in them as we ought, they will fire our Souls with the love of God and goodness; c-acp d j n1, d n2 vbr j, cc cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp pno32 c-acp pns12 vmd, pns32 vmb n1 po12 n2 p-acp dt vvb pp-f np1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 5
238 and so at last, all Christian Vertues will become as natural to us, as sin was before. and so At last, all Christian Virtues will become as natural to us, as sin was before. cc av p-acp ord, d njp ng1 vmb vvi p-acp j p-acp pno12, c-acp vvb vbds a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 5
239 And to one that is so prepared, the Gate of Happiness will be open, and of easie entrance; And to one that is so prepared, the Gate of Happiness will be open, and of easy Entrance; cc p-acp crd cst vbz av vvd, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi j, cc pp-f j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 5
240 the difficulties are overcome, and from henceforth the way is pleasant and plain before him, Prov. 3. 17. the difficulties Are overcome, and from henceforth the Way is pleasant and plain before him, Curae 3. 17. dt n2 vbr vvn, cc p-acp av dt n1 vbz j cc j p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd (4) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 5
241 Thus I have shewn, that the formidable difficulties may be overcome, and How: 'tis a plain course I have directed, that will not puzzle mens understandings with needless niceties, nor distract their memories with multitudes. Let us walk in this way, and do it constantly, with vigour and alacrity; and there is no fear, Thus I have shown, that the formidable difficulties may be overcome, and How: it's a plain course I have directed, that will not puzzle men's understandings with needless niceties, nor distract their memories with Multitudes. Let us walk in this Way, and do it constantly, with vigour and alacrity; and there is no Fear, av pns11 vhb vvn, cst dt j n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc c-crq: pn31|vbz dt j n1 pns11 vhb vvn, cst vmb xx vvi ng2 n2 p-acp j n2, ccx vvb po32 n2 p-acp n2. vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d n1, cc vdb pn31 av-j, p-acp n1 cc n1; cc pc-acp vbz dx n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 5
242 but in the Strength of God, through the merits and mediation of his Son, we shall overcome, and at last enter. but in the Strength of God, through the merits and mediation of his Son, we shall overcome, and At last enter. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns12 vmb vvi, cc p-acp ord vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 5
243 I had now done with this general Head, but that 'tis necessary to note three things more. I had now done with this general Head, but that it's necessary to note three things more. pns11 vhd av vdn p-acp d j n1, cc-acp cst pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi crd n2 av-dc. (4) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 5
244 (1.) Those Instruments of our Happiness which we must use in striving, viz. Faith, Prayer, and active Endeavour, must all of them be imployed. (1.) Those Instruments of our Happiness which we must use in striving, viz. Faith, Prayer, and active Endeavour, must all of them be employed. (crd) d n2 pp-f po12 n1 r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp vvg, n1 n1, n1, cc j n1, vmb d pp-f pno32 vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 5
245 Not any one singly, will do the great work; nor can the others, if any one be wanting. Not any one singly, will do the great work; nor can the Others, if any one be wanting. xx d crd av-j, vmb vdi dt j n1; ccx vmb dt n2-jn, cs d crd vbb vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 5
246 If we believe, and do not pray; or pray, and do not endeavour; or endeavour, without those, the Difficulties will remain, If we believe, and do not pray; or pray, and do not endeavour; or endeavour, without those, the Difficulties will remain, cs pns12 vvi, cc vdb xx vvi; cc vvb, cc vdb xx vvi; cc vvb, p-acp d, dt n2 vmb vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 5
247 and 'twill be impossible for us to enter. (2.) We must be diligent in our course: and it'll be impossible for us to enter. (2.) We must be diligent in our course: cc pn31|vmb vbi j p-acp pno12 p-acp vvb. (crd) pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp po12 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 5
248 If we do not exercise Faith vigorously, and pray heartily, and endeavour with our whole might, the means will not succeed; If we do not exercise Faith vigorously, and pray heartily, and endeavour with our Whole might, the means will not succeed; cs pns12 vdb xx vvi n1 av-j, cc vvb av-j, cc vvb p-acp po12 j-jn n1, dt n2 vmb xx vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 5
249 and 'tis as good not at all, as not to purpose. and it's as good not At all, as not to purpose. cc pn31|vbz c-acp j xx p-acp d, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 5
250 The Difficulties will not be overcome by cold Faith, or sleepy Prayers, or remiss Endeavours: A very intense degree of these is necessary. The Difficulties will not be overcome by cold Faith, or sleepy Prayers, or remiss Endeavours: A very intense degree of these is necessary. dt n2 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1, cc j n2, cc j n2: dt j zz n1 pp-f d vbz j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 5
251 (3.) Our striving must be constant; (3.) Our striving must be constant; (crd) np1 vvg vmb vbi j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 5
252 we must not begin, and look back, Heb. 10. 38. or run a while, and stop in midd course, 1 Cor. 9. 24. and content our selves with some attainments, we must not begin, and look back, Hebrew 10. 38. or run a while, and stop in mid course, 1 Cor. 9. 24. and content our selves with Some attainments, pns12 vmb xx vvi, cc vvb av, np1 crd crd cc vvb dt n1, cc vvb p-acp j-jn n1, crd np1 crd crd cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 5
253 and think we have arrived, Phil. 3. 14. If we do so, we shall find our selves dangerously mistaken. and think we have arrived, Philip 3. 14. If we do so, we shall find our selves dangerously mistaken. cc vvb pns12 vhb vvn, np1 crd crd cs pns12 vdb av, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 av-j vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 5
254 The Crown is at the end of the Warfare, and the Prize at the end of the Race. If we will succeed, we must hold on: The Crown is At the end of the Warfare, and the Prize At the end of the Raze. If we will succeed, we must hold on: dt n1 vbz p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1, cc dt vvb p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1. cs pns12 vmb vvi, pns12 vmb vvi a-acp: (4) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 5
255 The life of one that strives as he ought, must be a continual motion forwards; always proceeding, always growing. The life of one that strives as he ought, must be a continual motion forward; always proceeding, always growing. dt n1 pp-f pi cst vvz c-acp pns31 vmd, vmb vbi dt j n1 av-j; av vvg, av vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 5
256 If we strive thus, we cannot fail; if any of these qualifications be wanting, we cannot but miscarry. If we strive thus, we cannot fail; if any of these qualifications be wanting, we cannot but miscarry. cs pns12 vvb av, pns12 vmbx vvb; cs d pp-f d n2 vbb vvg, pns12 vmbx p-acp vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 5
257 And hence no doubt it is, that many that seek to enter, shall not be able, and the presumed sons of the Kingdom are shut out, Mat. 8. 12. They seek, and are very desirous to be admitted; And hence no doubt it is, that many that seek to enter, shall not be able, and the presumed Sons of the Kingdom Are shut out, Mathew 8. 12. They seek, and Are very desirous to be admitted; cc av dx n1 pn31 vbz, cst d d vvb p-acp vvb, vmb xx vbi j, cc dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn av, np1 crd crd pns32 vvb, cc vbr av j pc-acp vbi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 5
258 They do some thing, and strive; but their striving is partial, or careless, or short; by reason of which defects, they do not overcome, and shall not enter. They do Some thing, and strive; but their striving is partial, or careless, or short; by reason of which defects, they do not overcome, and shall not enter. pns32 vdb d n1, cc vvb; p-acp po32 vvg vbz j, cc j, cc j; p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq n2, pns32 vdb xx vvn, cc vmb xx vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 5
259 This is a dangerous Rock, and perhaps there are as many undone by cold and half striving, as by not striving at all. He that hath done some thing, presumes he is secure; He goes the round of ordinary Duties, This is a dangerous Rock, and perhaps there Are as many undone by cold and half striving, as by not striving At all. He that hath done Some thing, Presumest he is secure; He Goes the round of ordinary Duties, d vbz dt j n1, cc av a-acp vbr p-acp d vvn p-acp j-jn cc av-jn vvg, a-acp p-acp xx vvg p-acp d. pns31 cst vhz vdn d n1, vv2 pns31 vbz j; pns31 vvz dt j pp-f j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 5
260 but advanceth nothing in his way; but Advanceth nothing in his Way; cc-acp vvz pix p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 5
261 He overcometh none of the great Difficulties, none of the Habits or depraved Inclinations; He is contented with other things that make a more glorious shew; though they signifie less; and perhaps despiseth these, under the notion of Morality; and so presuming, that he is a Saint too soon, he never comes to be one at all: such are the Seekers that shall not be able to enter: He Overcometh none of the great Difficulties, none of the Habits or depraved Inclinations; He is contented with other things that make a more glorious show; though they signify less; and perhaps despises these, under the notion of Morality; and so presuming, that he is a Saint too soon, he never comes to be one At all: such Are the Seekers that shall not be able to enter: pns31 vvz pi pp-f dt j n2, pix pp-f dt n2 cc j-vvn n2; pns31 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n2 cst vvb dt dc j n1; cs pns32 vvi av-dc; cc av vvz d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc av vvg, cst pns31 vbz dt n1 av av, pns31 av-x vvz pc-acp vbi crd p-acp d: d vbr dt n2 cst vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 5
262 Their seeking imports some striving; but 'tis such, as, though it be specious, yet it is imperfect, and will not succeed. Their seeking imports Some striving; but it's such, as, though it be specious, yet it is imperfect, and will not succeed. po32 vvg vvz d vvg; p-acp pn31|vbz d, a-acp, cs pn31 vbb j, av pn31 vbz j, cc vmb xx vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 5
263 And hence the Third Proposition ariseth, that I proposed to discourse, And hence the Third Proposition arises, that I proposed to discourse, cc av dt ord n1 vvz, cst pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 5
264 (III.) THat there is a sort of Striving that will not procure an entrance: (III.) THat there is a sort of Striving that will not procure an Entrance: (np1.) cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg cst vmb xx vvi dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 5
265 implyed in these words, For many will seek to enter in, and shall not be able. employed in these words, For many will seek to enter in, and shall not be able. vvn p-acp d n2, p-acp d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vmb xx vbi j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 5
266 'Tis a dangerous thing to be flattered into a false peace; and to take up with imperfect Godliness; to reconcile the hopes of Heaven to our beloved sins, and to judge our condition safe upon insufficient grounds. This multitudes do, and 'tis the great danger of our days; It's a dangerous thing to be flattered into a false peace; and to take up with imperfect Godliness; to reconcile the hope's of Heaven to our Beloved Sins, and to judge our condition safe upon insufficient grounds. This Multitudes do, and it's the great danger of our days; pn31|vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1; cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp j n1; pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 vvn n2, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n1 j p-acp j n2. d n2 vdb, cc pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 5
267 Men cannot be contented without doing something in Religion; Men cannot be contented without doing something in Religion; n2 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp vdg pi p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 5
268 but they are contented with a little. And then they reckon themselves godly, before they are vertuous; and take themselves to be Saints, upon such things as will not distinguish a good man from a bad. but they Are contented with a little. And then they reckon themselves godly, before they Are virtuous; and take themselves to be Saints, upon such things as will not distinguish a good man from a bad. cc-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j. cc av pns32 vvb px32 j, c-acp pns32 vbr j; cc vvi px32 pc-acp vbi n2, p-acp d n2 c-acp vmb xx vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 5
269 We seek after Marks of Godliness, and would be glad to know, how we might try our state: We seek After Marks of Godliness, and would be glad to know, how we might try our state: pns12 vvb p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns12 vmd vvi po12 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 5
270 The thing is of great importance; The thing is of great importance; dt n1 vbz pp-f j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 5
271 and if the Signs we judge by are either false, or imperfect, we are deceived to our undoing. and if the Signs we judge by Are either false, or imperfect, we Are deceived to our undoing. cc cs dt n2 pns12 vvb a-acp vbr d j, cc j, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n-vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 5
272 Meer Speculative mistakes about Opinions, do no great hurt: but errour in the Marks and Measures of Religion is deadly. Mere Speculative mistakes about Opinions, do not great hurt: but error in the Marks and Measures of Religion is deadly. j j vvz p-acp n2, vdb xx j n1: cc-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vbz j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 5
273 Now there are sundry things commonly taken for signs of Godliness, which though they are something, yet they are not enough; They are hopeful for beginnings, but nothing worth when they are our end and rest. They are a kind of seeking and imperfect striving; but not such as overcometh the difficulties of the way, Now there Are sundry things commonly taken for Signs of Godliness, which though they Are something, yet they Are not enough; They Are hopeful for beginnings, but nothing worth when they Are our end and rest. They Are a kind of seeking and imperfect striving; but not such as Overcometh the difficulties of the Way, av a-acp vbr j n2 av-j vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, r-crq c-acp pns32 vbr pi, av pns32 vbr xx av-d; pns32 vbr j p-acp n2, p-acp pix j c-crq pns32 vbr po12 vvb cc n1. pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f vvg cc j vvg; p-acp xx d c-acp vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 5
274 or will procure us an entrance at the Gate. Therefore to disable the flattering, insufficient Marks of Godliness, I shall discover in pursuance of the Third Proposition, How far a man may strive in the exercises of Religion, or will procure us an Entrance At the Gate. Therefore to disable the flattering, insufficient Marks of Godliness, I shall discover in pursuance of the Third Proposition, How Far a man may strive in the exercises of Religion, cc vmb vvi pno12 dt n1 p-acp dt n1. av pc-acp vvi dt vvg, j n2 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt ord n1, c-crq av-j dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 5
275 and yet be found at last among those seekers that shall not be able to enter. and yet be found At last among those seekers that shall not be able to enter. cc av vbi vvn p-acp ord p-acp d n2 cst vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 5
276 And though I have intimated something of this in the general before, yet I shall now more particularly shew it in the instances that follow. And though I have intimated something of this in the general before, yet I shall now more particularly show it in the instances that follow. cc cs pns11 vhb vvn pi pp-f d p-acp dt n1 a-acp, av pns11 vmb av av-dc av-j vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 cst vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 5
277 And in these I shall discover a Religion that may be called Animal, to which the natural man may attain. And in these I shall discover a Religion that may be called Animal, to which the natural man may attain. cc p-acp d pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 cst vmb vbi vvn n1, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vmb vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 5
278 (1.) A Man may believe the Truths of the Gospel, and assent heartily to all the Articles of the Creed: (1.) A Man may believe the Truths of the Gospel, and assent heartily to all the Articles of the Creed: (crd) dt n1 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi av-j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 5
279 and if he proceeds not, he is no further by this, than the faith of Devils, Jam. 2. 19. (2.) He may go on, and have a great thirst to be more acquainted with Truth; and if he proceeds not, he is no further by this, than the faith of Devils, Jam. 2. 19. (2.) He may go on, and have a great thirst to be more acquainted with Truth; cc cs pns31 vvz xx, pns31 vbz av-dx av-jc p-acp d, cs dt n1 pp-f n2, np1 crd crd (crd) pns31 vmb vvi a-acp, cc vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vbi av-dc vvn p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 5
280 he may seek it diligently in Scripture, and Sermons, and good Books, and knowing Company; And yet do this, by the motion of no higher Principle, than an inbred Curiosity, he may seek it diligently in Scripture, and Sermons, and good Books, and knowing Company; And yet do this, by the motion of no higher Principle, than an inbred Curiosity, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av-j p-acp n1, cc n2, cc j n2, cc vvg n1; cc av vdb d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dx jc n1, cs dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 5
281 and desire of Knowledge; and many times this earnestness after Truth, proceeds from a proud affectation to be wiser than our Neighbours, that we may pity their darkness; or the itch of a disputing humour, that we may out-talk them; and desire of Knowledge; and many times this earnestness After Truth, proceeds from a proud affectation to be Wiser than our Neighbours, that we may pity their darkness; or the itch of a disputing humour, that we may out-talk them; cc vvb pp-f n1; cc d n2 d n1 p-acp n1, vvz p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vbi jc cs po12 n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi po32 n1; cc dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 5
282 or a design to carry on, or make a party, that we may be called Rabbi, or serve an Interest: or a Design to carry on, or make a party, that we may be called Rabbi, or serve an Interest: cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc vvi dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn n1, cc vvi dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 5
283 and the zeal for Truth that is set on work by such motives, is a spark of that fire that is from beneath: 'Tis dangerous to a mans self, and to the publick Weal of the Church and mankind, but the man proceeds, and is, and the zeal for Truth that is Set on work by such motives, is a spark of that fire that is from beneath: It's dangerous to a men self, and to the public Weal of the Church and mankind, but the man proceeds, and is, cc dt n1 p-acp n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst vbz p-acp a-acp: pn31|vbz j p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, cc vbz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 5
284 (3.) Very much concern'd to defend and propagate his Faith; (3.) Very much concerned to defend and propagate his Faith; (crd) av av-d vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 5
285 and the Pharisees were so in relation to theirs, Mat. 23. 15. and so have been many Professors of all the Religions that are, or ever were. and the Pharisees were so in Relation to theirs, Mathew 23. 15. and so have been many Professors of all the Religions that Are, or ever were. cc dt np2 vbdr av p-acp n1 p-acp png32, np1 crd crd cc av vhb vbn d n2 pp-f d dt n2 cst vbr, cc av vbdr. (4) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 5
286 Men naturally love their own Tenents, and are ambitious to mould others judgements according to theirs. There is glory in being an Instructor of other men; Men naturally love their own Tenants, and Are ambitious to mould Others Judgments according to theirs. There is glory in being an Instructor of other men; np1 av-j vvb po32 d n2, cc vbr j p-acp n1 n2-jn n2 vvg p-acp png32. pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 5
287 and turning them to our ways and opinions: So that here is nothing yet above Nature; and turning them to our ways and opinions: So that Here is nothing yet above Nature; cc vvg pno32 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2: av cst av vbz pix av p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 5
288 nothing but what may be found in many that seek, and are shut out. nothing but what may be found in many that seek, and Are shut out. pix cc-acp q-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp d cst vvb, cc vbr vvn av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 5
289 (4.) Faith works greater effects than these, and Men offer themselves to Martyrdom for it; (4.) Faith works greater effects than these, and Men offer themselves to Martyrdom for it; (crd) n1 n2 jc n2 cs d, cc n2 vvb px32 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 5
290 This, one would think, should be the greatest height, and an argument that all the difficulties of the way, are overcome by one that is so resolved; and that the Gate cannot but be opened to him. This, one would think, should be the greatest height, and an argument that all the difficulties of the Way, Are overcome by one that is so resolved; and that the Gate cannot but be opened to him. d, pi vmd vvi, vmd vbi dt js n1, cc dt n1 cst d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr vvn p-acp pi cst vbz av vvd; cc d dt n1 vmbx p-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 5
291 And so, no doubt, it is, when all things else are sutable; But otherwise these consequences by no means follow. And so, no doubt, it is, when all things Else Are suitable; But otherwise these consequences by no means follow. cc av, av-dx vvi, pn31 vbz, c-crq d n2 av vbr j; p-acp av d n2 p-acp dx n2 vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 5
292 S. Paul supposeth that a man may give his Body to be burned, and not have Charity, without which his Martyrdom will not profit, 1 Cor. 13. For one to deny his Religion, S. Paul Supposeth that a man may give his Body to be burned, and not have Charity, without which his Martyrdom will not profit, 1 Cor. 13. For one to deny his Religion, np1 np1 vvz cst dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc xx vhi n1, p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vmb xx vvi, crd np1 crd p-acp pi p-acp vvb po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 5
293 or what he believes to be certain, and of greatest consequence, is dishonourable and base: and some out of principles of meer natural bravery, will die rather than they will do it; or what he believes to be certain, and of greatest consequence, is dishonourable and base: and Some out of principles of mere natural bravery, will die rather than they will do it; cc r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi j, cc pp-f js n1, vbz j cc j: cc d av pp-f n2 pp-f j j n1, vmb vvi av-c cs pns32 vmb vdi pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 5
294 and yet, upon other accounts be far enough from being heroically vertuous. Besides, the desire of the glory of Martyrdom and Saintship after it, may in some be stronger than the terrours of Death: and we see frequently, that men will sacrifice their lives to their Honour and Reputation; and yet, upon other accounts be Far enough from being heroically virtuous. Beside, the desire of the glory of Martyrdom and Saintship After it, may in Some be Stronger than the terrors of Death: and we see frequently, that men will sacrifice their lives to their Honour and Reputation; cc av, p-acp j-jn n2 vbb av-j av-d p-acp vbg av-j j. a-acp, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, vmb p-acp d vbb jc cs dt n2 pp-f n1: cc pns12 vvb av-j, cst n2 vmb vvi po32 vvz p-acp po32 vvb cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 5
295 yea to the most contemptible shadows of it. yea to the most contemptible shadows of it. uh p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 5
296 And there is no passion in us so weak, no lust so impotent, but hath, in many instances, prevail'd over the fear of dying. Every Appetite hath had its Martyrs; and all Religions theirs; and though a man give his Body to be burnt for the best, and have not Charity, viz. Prevalent love to God and Men, it will not signifie: And there is no passion in us so weak, no lust so impotent, but hath, in many instances, prevailed over the Fear of dying. Every Appetite hath had its Martyrs; and all Religions theirs; and though a man give his Body to be burned for the best, and have not Charity, viz. Prevalent love to God and Men, it will not signify: cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno12 av j, dx n1 av j, cc-acp vhz, p-acp d n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg. np1 n1 vhz vhn po31 n2; cc d ng1 png32; cc cs dt n1 vvb po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt av-js, cc vhb xx n1, n1 j n1 p-acp np1 cc n2, pn31 vmb xx vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 5
297 So that Martyrdom is no infallible mark, nor will it avail any thing, except sincere endeavour to overcome the greater difficulties, have gone before it. So that Martyrdom is no infallible mark, nor will it avail any thing, except sincere endeavour to overcome the greater difficulties, have gone before it. av cst n1 vbz dx j vvb, ccx vmb pn31 vvi d n1, c-acp j n1 p-acp vvn dt jc n2, vhb vvn p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 5
298 Thus far Faith may go without effect: and yet one step further. Thus Far Faith may go without Effect: and yet one step further. av av-j n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1: cc av crd n1 av-jc. (4) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 5
299 (5.) Men may confidently rely upon Christ for Salvation, and be firmly perswaded that he hath justified, and will make them happy. (5.) Men may confidently rely upon christ for Salvation, and be firmly persuaded that he hath justified, and will make them happy. (crd) n2 vmb av-j vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc vbi av-j vvn cst pns31 vhz vvn, cc vmb vvi pno32 j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 5
300 They may appropriate him to themselves, and be pleased mightily in the opinion of his being theirs. And yet notwithstanding this confidence may be in the number of those seekers that shall not enter. For Christ is the Author of Eternal life, only to those that obey him, Heb. 5. 9. and to obey him, is to strive vigorously and constantly, to overcome all our sinful Inclinations and Habits. And those that trust he will save them, They may Appropriate him to themselves, and be pleased mightily in the opinion of his being theirs. And yet notwithstanding this confidence may be in the number of those seekers that shall not enter. For christ is the Author of Eternal life, only to those that obey him, Hebrew 5. 9. and to obey him, is to strive vigorously and constantly, to overcome all our sinful Inclinations and Habits. And those that trust he will save them, pns32 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp px32, cc vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vbg png32. cc av p-acp d n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cst vmb xx vvi. p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, av-j p-acp d cst vvb pno31, np1 crd crd cc p-acp vvb pno31, vbz p-acp vvb av-j cc av-j, p-acp vvn d po12 j n2 cc n2. cc d d vvb pns31 vmb vvi pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 5
301 though they have never seriously set about this work, deceive themselves by vain presumption, and in effect say, that he will dissolve or dispense with his Laws in their favour. though they have never seriously Set about this work, deceive themselves by vain presumption, and in Effect say, that he will dissolve or dispense with his Laws in their favour. cs pns32 vhb av av-j vvn p-acp d n1, vvb px32 p-acp j n1, cc p-acp n1 vvi, cst pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 5
302 For he requires us to deny our selves, Mar. 8. 34. To mortifie the body, Rom. 8. 13. To love enemies, Mat. 5. 44. To be meek, Mat. 11. 29. and patient, Jam. 5. 8. and humble, 1 Pet. 5. 7. and just, Mat. 7. 12. and charitable, Heb. 13. 16. and holy, as he that called us is holy, 1 Pet. 1. 15. And he hath promised to save upon no other terms; For he requires us to deny our selves, Mar. 8. 34. To mortify the body, Rom. 8. 13. To love enemies, Mathew 5. 44. To be meek, Mathew 11. 29. and patient, Jam. 5. 8. and humble, 1 Pet. 5. 7. and just, Mathew 7. 12. and charitable, Hebrew 13. 16. and holy, as he that called us is holy, 1 Pet. 1. 15. And he hath promised to save upon no other terms; p-acp pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb po12 n2, np1 crd crd pc-acp vvi dt n1, np1 crd crd pc-acp vvi n2, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbi j, np1 crd crd cc j, np1 crd crd cc j, vvn np1 crd crd cc j, np1 crd crd cc j, np1 crd crd cc j, c-acp pns31 cst vvd pno12 vbz j, vvn np1 crd crd cc pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dx j-jn n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 5
303 For all these are included in Faith, when 'tis taken in the justifying sense; For all these Are included in Faith, when it's taken in the justifying sense; c-acp d d vbr vvd p-acp n1, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt vvg n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 5
304 and this is the Way of Happiness and Salvation: If we walk not in this, but in the paths of our own choosing, our relying upon Christ is a mockery, and will deceive us. and this is the Way of Happiness and Salvation: If we walk not in this, but in the paths of our own choosing, our relying upon christ is a mockery, and will deceive us. cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp d, p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 d vvg, po12 vvg p-acp np1 vbz dt n1, cc vmb vvi pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 5
305 We may indeed be confident, and we ought, that he will save all those that so believe as to obey him; We may indeed be confident, and we ought, that he will save all those that so believe as to obey him; pns12 vmb av vbi j, cc pns12 pi, cst pns31 vmb p-acp d d cst av vvb a-acp p-acp vvb pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 5
306 but may not trust that he will save us except we are some of those. but may not trust that he will save us except we Are Some of those. cc-acp vmb xx vvi cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 c-acp pns12 vbr d pp-f d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 5
307 To rely upon Christ for our Salvation, must follow our sincere and obedient striving, and not go before it. To rely upon christ for our Salvation, must follow our sincere and obedient striving, and not go before it. p-acp vvb p-acp np1 p-acp po12 n1, vmb vvi po12 j cc j vvg, cc xx vvi p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 5
308 The mistake of this is exceeding dangerous, and I doubt hath been fatal to many. The mistake of this is exceeding dangerous, and I doubt hath been fatal to many. dt n1 pp-f d vbz vvg j, cc pns11 vvb vhz vbn j p-acp d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 5
309 The sum is, to rely on Christ, without a resolute and steady endeavour to overcome every sin and temptation, will gain us nothing in the end but shame and disappointment: The sum is, to rely on christ, without a resolute and steady endeavour to overcome every since and temptation, will gain us nothing in the end but shame and disappointment: dt n1 vbz, p-acp vvb p-acp np1, p-acp dt j cc j vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1, vmb vvi pno12 pix p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 5
310 For 'tis not every one that saith unto him, Lord, Lord, shall enter into Heaven, For it's not every one that Says unto him, Lord, Lord, shall enter into Heaven, c-acp pn31|vbz xx d pi cst vvz p-acp pno31, n1, n1, vmb vvi p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 5
311 but he that doth the will of his Father which is in Heaven, Mat. 7. 21. The foolish Virgins relyed upon him, but he that does the will of his Father which is in Heaven, Mathew 7. 21. The foolish Virgins relied upon him, cc-acp pns31 cst vdz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1, np1 crd crd dt j n2 vvd p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 5
312 and expected he should open to them; and expected he should open to them; cc vvd pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 5
313 Lord, Lord, open to us, Mat. 25. 11. but he kept them out, and would not know them, v. 11. Thus of the First imperfect Mark of Godliness; Lord, Lord, open to us, Mathew 25. 11. but he kept them out, and would not know them, v. 11. Thus of the First imperfect Mark of Godliness; n1, n1, vvb p-acp pno12, np1 crd crd p-acp pns31 vvd pno32 av, cc vmd xx vvi pno32, n1 crd av pp-f dt ord j vvb pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 5
314 A man may upon the account of meer Nature, arrive to all the mentioned degrees of Faith; A man may upon the account of mere Nature, arrive to all the mentioned Degrees of Faith; dt n1 vmb p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, vvb p-acp d dt vvn n2 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 5
315 and yet, if his endeavours in the practice of Christian vertues be not suitable, he will certainly come short at last. and yet, if his endeavours in the practice of Christian Virtues be not suitable, he will Certainly come short At last. cc av, cs po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f njp n2 vbi xx j, pns31 vmb av-j vvi j p-acp ord. (4) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 5
316 (II.) A man may be very devout, given much to Prayer, and be very frequent and earnest in it; He may have the gift of expressing himself fluently, without the help of Form or Meditation; yea, (II) A man may be very devout, given much to Prayer, and be very frequent and earnest in it; He may have the gift of expressing himself fluently, without the help of From or Meditation; yea, (crd) dt n1 vmb vbi j j, vvn av-d p-acp n1, cc vbi j j cc j p-acp pn31; pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f vvg px31 av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f p-acp cc n1; uh, (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 5
317 and so intent and taken up in these exercises, that he may as it were be ravish't out of himself by the fervours of his Spirit; so that he really kindles very high Affections as well in others, as in himself: and so intent and taken up in these exercises, that he may as it were be ravished out of himself by the fervours of his Spirit; so that he really kindles very high Affections as well in Others, as in himself: cc av n1 cc vvn a-acp p-acp d n2, cst pns31 vmb p-acp pn31 vbdr vbi vvn av pp-f px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; av cst pns31 av-j vvz j j n2 c-acp av p-acp n2-jn, c-acp p-acp px31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 5
318 And yet if he rests in this, and such like things, as Religion, and reckons that he is accepted of God for it; And yet if he rests in this, and such like things, as Religion, and reckons that he is accepted of God for it; cc av cs pns31 vvz p-acp d, cc d j n2, c-acp n1, cc vvz cst pns31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 5
319 if he allow himself in any unmortified lusts, and thinks to compound for them by his Prayers, he is an evil man notwithstanding, if he allow himself in any unmortified Lustiest, and thinks to compound for them by his Prayers, he is an evil man notwithstanding, cs pns31 vvb px31 p-acp d vvn n2, cc vvz p-acp vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vbz dt j-jn n1 a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 5
320 and one of those seekers that shall not be able to enter. and one of those seekers that shall not be able to enter. cc crd pp-f d n2 cst vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 5
321 The Pharisees, we know, were much given to Prayer: They were long in those Devotions, and very earnest in them, often repeating the same expressions out of vehemence. The Pharisees, we know, were much given to Prayer: They were long in those Devotions, and very earnest in them, often repeating the same expressions out of vehemence. dt np2, pns12 vvb, vbdr av-d vvn p-acp n1: pns32 vbdr j p-acp d n2, cc j j p-acp pno32, av vvg dt d n2 av pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 5
322 Ignatius Loyola, founder of the Jesuites, was a man almost ecstatical in his Prayers; and Hacket the Blasphemer, executed in the days of Queen Elizabeth, was a person of Seraphical Devotion, and would pray those that heard him even into transports. Basilides the cruel Duke of Mosco, is said to have his hands almost continually lifted up in Prayer, Ignatius Loyola, founder of the Jesuits, was a man almost ecstatical in his Prayers; and Hacket the Blasphemer, executed in the days of Queen Elizabeth, was a person of Seraphical Devotion, and would pray those that herd him even into transports. Basilides the cruel Duke of Moscow, is said to have his hands almost continually lifted up in Prayer, np1 np1, n1 pp-f dt np2, vbds dt n1 av j p-acp po31 n2; cc np1 dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 np1, vbds dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc vmd vvb d cst vvd pno31 av p-acp vvz. np1 dt j n1 pp-f np1, vbz vvn pc-acp vhi po31 n2 av av-j vvn a-acp p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 5
323 except when they were imployed in some barbarous and bloody Execution: And we have known and felt one not much unlike him. except when they were employed in Some barbarous and bloody Execution: And we have known and felt one not much unlike him. c-acp c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp d j cc j n1: cc pns12 vhb vvn cc vvd crd xx d av-j pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 5
324 There are infinite instances in our days of this dangerous sort of evil men. There Are infinite instances in our days of this dangerous sort of evil men. pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp po12 n2 pp-f d j n1 pp-f j-jn n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 74 Image 5
325 And we may learn hence, that the greatest gift of Prayer, and earnestness and frequency in it, is no good mark of Godliness, except it be attended with sincere, constant and vertuous endeavours. And we may Learn hence, that the greatest gift of Prayer, and earnestness and frequency in it, is no good mark of Godliness, except it be attended with sincere, constant and virtuous endeavours. cc pns12 vmb vvi av, cst dt js n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, vbz dx j vvb pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn p-acp j, j cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 75 Image 5
326 For some men have a natural spice of Devotion in a Religious Melancholy, which is their temper; For Some men have a natural spice of Devotion in a Religious Melancholy, which is their temper; p-acp d n2 vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n-jn, r-crq vbz po32 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 5
327 and such have commonly strong Imaginations and zealous affections, which when they are heated, flame forth into great heights and expressions of Devotion: The warm Fancy furnisheth words and matter readily and unexpectedly, which many times begets in the man a conceit that he is inspired, and that his Prayers are the breathings of the Holy Ghost; or at least, that he is extraordinarily assisted by it; and such have commonly strong Imaginations and zealous affections, which when they Are heated, flame forth into great heights and expressions of Devotion: The warm Fancy furnisheth words and matter readily and unexpectedly, which many times begets in the man a conceit that he is inspired, and that his Prayers Are the breathings of the Holy Ghost; or At least, that he is extraordinarily assisted by it; cc d vhb av-j j n2 cc j n2, r-crq c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, n1 av p-acp j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1: dt j n1 vvz n2 cc n1 av-j cc av-j, r-crq d n2 vvz p-acp dt n1 dt n1 cst pns31 vbz vvn, cc d po31 n2 vbr dt n2-vvg pp-f dt j n1; cc p-acp ds, cst pns31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 5
328 which belief kindles his affections yet more, and he is carried beyond himself, even into the third Heavens, and Suburbs of Glory, as he fancies, which belief kindles his affections yet more, and he is carried beyond himself, even into the third Heavens, and Suburbs of Glory, as he fancies, r-crq n1 vvz po31 n2 av av-dc, cc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp px31, av p-acp dt ord n2, cc n2 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vvz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 5
329 and so he makes no doubt, but that he is a Saint of the first rank, and special favourite of Heaven; and so he makes no doubt, but that he is a Faint of the First rank, and special favourite of Heaven; cc av pns31 vvz dx n1, cc-acp cst pns31 vbz dt j pp-f dt ord j, cc j n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 5
330 when all this while, he may be really a bad man full of Envy and Malice; Pride and Covetousness; Scorn and ill Nature; contempt of his Betters, and disobedience to his Governours: And while it is so, notwithstanding those glorious things, he is no further than the Pharisee. Hearty and humble desire, though imperfectly exprest, when all this while, he may be really a bad man full of Envy and Malice; Pride and Covetousness; Scorn and ill Nature; contempt of his Betters, and disobedience to his Governors: And while it is so, notwithstanding those glorious things, he is no further than the Pharisee. Hearty and humble desire, though imperfectly expressed, c-crq d d n1, pns31 vmb vbi av-j dt j n1 j pp-f vvb cc n1; n1 cc n1; vvb cc j-jn n1; n1 pp-f po31 n2-j, cc n1 p-acp po31 n2: cc cs pn31 vbz av, a-acp d j n2, pns31 vbz dx jc cs dt np1. j cc j n1, cs av-j vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 5
331 and without this pomp, and those wonders, is far more acceptable to God, who delights not in the exercises of meer Nature, Psal. 147. 10. but is well pleased with the expressions of Grace in those that fear him. and without this pomp, and those wonders, is Far more acceptable to God, who delights not in the exercises of mere Nature, Psalm 147. 10. but is well pleased with the expressions of Grace in those that Fear him. cc p-acp d n1, cc d n2, vbz av-j av-dc j p-acp np1, r-crq vvz xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, np1 crd crd p-acp vbz av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvb p-acp d cst vvb pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 76 Image 5
332 So that a sincere and lowly-minded Christian that talks of no immediate incomes, or communications; and perhaps durst not, out of reverence, trust to his own present conceptions in a work so solemn, but useth the help of some pious form of words sutable to his desire and wants, who is duly sensible of his sins, and the necessity of overcoming them; So that a sincere and lowly-minded Christian that talks of no immediate incomes, or communications; and perhaps durst not, out of Reverence, trust to his own present conceptions in a work so solemn, but uses the help of Some pious from of words suitable to his desire and Wants, who is duly sensible of his Sins, and the necessity of overcoming them; av cst dt j cc j np1 cst vvz pp-f dx j n2, cc n2; cc av vvd xx, av pp-f n1, vvb p-acp po31 d j n2 p-acp dt n1 av j, p-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f n2 j p-acp po31 vvb cc n2, r-crq vbz av-jn j pp-f po31 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f vvg pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 5
333 and is truly and earnestly desirous of the Divine aids, in order to it: such a one as this prays by the Spirit, and will be assisted by it; and is truly and earnestly desirous of the Divine aids, in order to it: such a one as this prays by the Spirit, and will be assisted by it; cc vbz av-j cc av-j j pp-f dt j-jn n2, p-acp n1 p-acp pn31: d dt crd c-acp d vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 5
334 while the other doth all by meer Nature and Imitation, and shall not have those spiritual aids which he never heartily desires nor intends to use. while the other does all by mere Nature and Imitation, and shall not have those spiritual aids which he never heartily Desires nor intends to use. cs dt j-jn vdz d p-acp j n1 cc n1, cc vmb xx vhi d j n2 r-crq pns31 av-x av-j n2 ccx vvz p-acp vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 77 Image 5
335 This, I think, I may truly and safely say: This, I think, I may truly and safely say: d, pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb av-j cc av-j vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 5
336 But for the Controversie between Forms and Conceived Prayers, which of them is absolutely best, I determine nothing of it here. But for the Controversy between Forms and Conceived Prayers, which of them is absolutely best, I determine nothing of it Here. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 cc j-vvn n2, r-crq pp-f pno32 vbz av-j js, pns11 vvb pix pp-f pn31 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 5
337 And indeed I suppose that in their own nature, they are alike indifferent, and are more or less accepted, And indeed I suppose that in their own nature, they Are alike indifferent, and Are more or less accepted, cc av pns11 vvb cst p-acp po32 d n1, pns32 vbr av j, cc vbr n1 cc av-dc vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 5
338 as they partake more or less of the Spirit of Prayer, viz. of Faith, Humility and holy desire of the good things we pray for; as they partake more or less of the Spirit of Prayer, viz. of Faith, Humility and holy desire of the good things we pray for; c-acp pns32 vvb dc cc dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt j n2 pns12 vvb p-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 5
339 and a man may have these that prays by a Form; and he may want them that takes the other way, and a man may have these that prays by a From; and he may want them that Takes the other Way, cc dt n1 vmb vhb d cst vvz p-acp dt n1; cc pns31 vmb vvi pno32 cst vvz dt j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 5
340 and thinks himself in a dispensation much above it. and thinks himself in a Dispensation much above it. cc vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 av-d p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 5
341 So that my business is not to set up one of these ways of Devotion against the other, So that my business is not to Set up one of these ways of Devotion against the other, av cst po11 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi a-acp crd pp-f d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 5
342 but to shew, that the heights and vehemencies of many warm people in their unpremeditated Prayers, have nothing in them supernatural or Divine; and consequently, of themselves, they are no marks of Godliness: which I hope no one thinks I speak to discredit those pious ardours that are felt by really devout Souls, but to show, that the heights and vehemencies of many warm people in their unpremeditated Prayers, have nothing in them supernatural or Divine; and consequently, of themselves, they Are no marks of Godliness: which I hope no one thinks I speak to discredit those pious ardours that Are felt by really devout Souls, cc-acp pc-acp vvi, cst dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d j n1 p-acp po32 j n2, vhb pix p-acp pno32 j cc j-jn; cc av-j, pp-f px32, pns32 vbr dx n2 pp-f n1: r-crq pns11 vvb dx pi vvz pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi d j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp av-j j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 5
343 when a vigorous sense of God, and Divine things, doth even sometimes transport them; when a vigorous sense of God, and Divine things, does even sometime transport them; c-crq dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc j-jn n2, vdz av av vvi pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 5
344 Far be it from me to design any thing so impious; my aim is only to note, that there are complexional heats raised many times by fancy and self-admiration, that look like these, in persons who really have little of God in them; far be it from me to Design any thing so impious; my aim is only to note, that there Are complexional heats raised many times by fancy and self-admiration, that look like these, in Persons who really have little of God in them; av-j vbb pn31 p-acp pno11 p-acp n1 d n1 av j; po11 n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi, cst a-acp vbr j n2 vvd d n2 p-acp vvb cc n1, cst vvb av-j d, p-acp n2 r-crq av-j vhb j pp-f np1 p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 5
345 and we should take care that we are not deceived by them. Thus far also those may go that shall not enter. I add, and we should take care that we Are not deceived by them. Thus Far also those may go that shall not enter. I add, cc pns12 vmd vvi n1 cst pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp pno32. av av-j av d vmb vvi d vmb xx vvi. pns11 vvb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 78 Image 5
346 ( III. ) A man may endeavour somewhat, and strive in some degree, and yet his work may miscarry, and himself with it. (III.) A man may endeavour somewhat, and strive in Some degree, and yet his work may miscarry, and himself with it. (np1.) dt n1 vmb vvi av, cc vvi p-acp d n1, cc av po31 n1 vmb vvi, cc px31 p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 79 Image 5
347 (1.) There is no doubt, but that an evil man may be convinced of his sin and vileness, and that even to anguish and torment. The Gentiles, saith the Apostle, Rom. 2. 14. which have not the Law, shew the works of the Law written in their Hearts, their thoughts in the mean time accusing, or excusing one another. (1.) There is no doubt, but that an evil man may be convinced of his sin and vileness, and that even to anguish and torment. The Gentiles, Says the Apostle, Rom. 2. 14. which have not the Law, show the works of the Law written in their Hearts, their thoughts in the mean time accusing, or excusing one Another. (crd) pc-acp vbz dx n1, cc-acp cst dt j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvd pp-f po31 vvb cc n1, cc cst av p-acp n1 cc n1. dt n2-j, vvz dt n1, np1 crd crd r-crq vhb xx dt n1, vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2, po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1 vvg, cc vvg pi j-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 5
348 Conscience often stings and disquiets the vilest sinners; and sometimes extorts from them lamentable confession of their sins, and earnest declamations against them. Conscience often stings and disquiets the Vilest Sinners; and sometime extorts from them lamentable Confessi of their Sins, and earnest declamations against them. n1 av vvz cc vvz dt js n2; cc av vvz p-acp pno32 j n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc j n2 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 5
349 They may weep bitterly at their remembrance, and be under great heaviness and dejection upon their occasion. They may weep bitterly At their remembrance, and be under great heaviness and dejection upon their occasion. pns32 vmb vvi av-j p-acp po32 n1, cc vbb p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 5
350 They may speak vehemently against sin themselves, and love to have others to handle it severely. They may speak vehemently against since themselves, and love to have Others to handle it severely. pns32 vmb vvi av-j p-acp n1 px32, cc vvb pc-acp vhi n2-jn pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 5
351 All this bad men may do upon the score of natural fear and self-love, and the apprehension of a future judgement. And now such convictions will naturally beget some endeavours: A convinced understanding will have some influence upon the will and affections. The mind in the unregenerate, may lust against the Flesh, as that doth against it. All this bad men may do upon the score of natural Fear and Self-love, and the apprehension of a future judgement. And now such convictions will naturally beget Some endeavours: A convinced understanding will have Some influence upon the will and affections. The mind in the unregenerate, may lust against the Flesh, as that does against it. av-d d j n2 vmb vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. cc av d n2 vmb av-j vvi d n2: dt vvd vvg vmb vhi d n1 p-acp dt vmb cc n2. dt n1 p-acp dt j, vmb n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp cst vdz p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 80 Image 5
352 So that (2.) such a meer animal man may promise, and purpose, and endeavour in some considerable measure; So that (2.) such a mere animal man may promise, and purpose, and endeavour in Some considerable measure; av d (crd) d dt j n1 n1 vmb vvi, cc n1, cc vvb p-acp d j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 5
353 but then, he goes not on with full Resolution, but wavers and stops, and turns about again; but then, he Goes not on with full Resolution, but wavers and stops, and turns about again; cc-acp av, pns31 vvz xx p-acp p-acp j n1, cc-acp vvz cc vvz, cc vvz p-acp av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 5
354 and lets the law of the members, that of death and sin, to prevail over him. and lets the law of the members, that of death and since, to prevail over him. cc vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cst pp-f n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 5
355 His endeavour is remiss, and consequently ineffectual; it makes no conquests, and will not signifie. He sins on, though with some regret; and his very unwillingness to sin, His endeavour is remiss, and consequently ineffectual; it makes no conquests, and will not signify. He Sins on, though with Some regret; and his very unwillingness to since, po31 vvb vbz j, cc av-j j; pn31 vvz dx n2, cc vmb xx vvi. pns31 n2 a-acp, c-acp p-acp d n1; cc po31 j n1 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 5
356 while he commits it, is so far from lessening, that it aggravates his fault: It argues that he sins against conscience and conviction; and that sin is strong and reigns. while he commits it, is so Far from lessening, that it aggravates his fault: It argues that he Sins against conscience and conviction; and that sin is strong and reigns. cs pns31 vvz pn31, vbz av av-j p-acp vvg, cst pn31 vvz po31 n1: pn31 vvz cst pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1; cc d vvb vbz j cc vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 81 Image 5
357 'Tis true indeed, St. Paul, Rom. 7. makes such a description seemingly of himself, as one might think concluded him under this state; he saith vers. It's true indeed, Saint Paul, Rom. 7. makes such a description seemingly of himself, as one might think concluded him under this state; he Says vers. pn31|vbz j av, n1 np1, np1 crd vvz d dt n1 av-vvg pp-f px31, c-acp pi vmd vvi vvn pno31 p-acp d n1; pns31 vvz zz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 5
358 8. That sin wrought in him all manner of concupiscence: vers. 9. That sin revived, and he died: 8. That since wrought in him all manner of concupiscence: vers. 9. That since revived, and he died: crd cst n1 vvn p-acp pno31 d n1 pp-f n1: zz. crd cst n1 vvn, cc pns31 vvd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 5
359 vers. 14. That he was carnal; and again, sold under sin: vers. 20. That sin dwelt in him, and wrought that which he would not: vers. 14. That he was carnal; and again, sold under since: vers. 20. That since dwelled in him, and wrought that which he would not: zz. crd cst pns31 vbds j; cc av, vvn p-acp n1: zz. crd cst n1 vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvd d r-crq pns31 vmd xx: (4) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 5
360 vers. 23. That the Law of his members led him into captivity to the law of Sin: vers. 23. That the Law of his members led him into captivity to the law of since: zz. crd cst dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vvd pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 5
361 and vers. 25. That he obeyed the law of sin. and vers. 25. That he obeyed the law of since. cc zz. crd cst pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 82 Image 5
362 If this be so, and St. Paul, a regenerate man, was in this state, it will follow, that seeking and feeble endeavour, that overcometh no difficulty, may yet procure an entrance, and he that is come hitherto, viz. to endeavour, is safe enough though he do not conquer. If this be so, and Saint Paul, a regenerate man, was in this state, it will follow, that seeking and feeble endeavour, that Overcometh no difficulty, may yet procure an Entrance, and he that is come hitherto, viz. to endeavour, is safe enough though he do not conquer. cs d vbb av, cc n1 np1, dt vvn n1, vbds p-acp d n1, pn31 vmb vvi, cst vvg cc j n1, cst vvz dx n1, vmb av vvb dt n1, cc pns31 cst vbz vvn av, n1 p-acp vvb, vbz j av-d cs pns31 vdb xx vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 83 Image 5
363 This objection presseth not only against this head, but against my whole Discourse, and the Text it self. This objection Presseth not only against this head, but against my Whole Discourse, and the Text it self. d n1 vvz xx av-j p-acp d n1, p-acp p-acp po11 j-jn n1, cc dt n1 pn31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 5
364 Therefore to answer it, I say, That the St. Paul here is not to be understood of himself; He describes the state of a convinced, Therefore to answer it, I say, That the Saint Paul Here is not to be understood of himself; He describes the state of a convinced, av pc-acp vvi pn31, pns11 vvb, cst dt n1 np1 av vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f px31; pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 5
365 but unregenerate man, though he speaks in the first person; a Figure that was ordinary with this Apostle, and frequent enough in common speech: but unregenerate man, though he speaks in the First person; a Figure that was ordinary with this Apostle, and frequent enough in Common speech: cc-acp j n1, cs pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1; dt n1 cst vbds j p-acp d n1, cc j av-d p-acp j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 5
366 Thus we say, I am thus, and thus, and did so, and so, when we are describing a state, Thus we say, I am thus, and thus, and did so, and so, when we Are describing a state, av pns12 vvb, pns11 vbm av, cc av, cc vdd av, cc av, c-crq pns12 vbr vvg dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 5
367 or actions in which perhaps we, in person, are not concerned. or actions in which perhaps we, in person, Are not concerned. cc n2 p-acp r-crq av pns12, p-acp n1, vbr xx vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 84 Image 5
368 In this sense the best Expositors understand these expressions, and those excellent Divines of our own, Bishop Taylor, and Dr. Hammond, and others have noted to us, That this description is directly contrary to all the Characters of a regenerate man, given elsewhere by this, and the other Apostles. In this sense the best Expositors understand these expressions, and those excellent Divines of our own, Bishop Taylor, and Dr. Hammond, and Others have noted to us, That this description is directly contrary to all the Characters of a regenerate man, given elsewhere by this, and the other Apostles. p-acp d n1 dt js n2 vvb d n2, cc d j n2-jn pp-f po12 d, n1 np1, cc n1 np1, cc n2-jn vhb vvn p-acp pno12, cst d n1 vbz av-j j-jn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt vvn n1, vvn av p-acp d, cc dt j-jn n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 5
369 As he is said to be dead to sin, Rom. 6. 11. Free from sin, and the servant of Righteousness, Rom. 6. 18. That he walks not after the Flesh, As he is said to be dead to since, Rom. 6. 11. Free from since, and the servant of Righteousness, Rom. 6. 18. That he walks not After the Flesh, p-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, np1 crd crd j p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd cst pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 5
370 but after the Spirit, Rom. 8. 1. That the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus, hath made him free from the Law of sin and death, Rom. 8. 2. That he overcometh the world, Joh. 5. 4. He sinneth not, 1 Joh. 3. 6. He hath crucified the flesh with its affections and lusts, Gal. 5. 24. Which Characters of a truly regenerate person, but After the Spirit, Rom. 8. 1. That the law of the Spirit of life in christ jesus, hath made him free from the Law of since and death, Rom. 8. 2. That he Overcometh the world, John 5. 4. He Sinneth not, 1 John 3. 6. He hath Crucified the Flesh with its affections and Lustiest, Gal. 5. 24. Which Characters of a truly regenerate person, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 np1, vhz vvn pno31 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd cst pns31 vvz dt n1, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz xx, vvn np1 crd crd pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, np1 crd crd r-crq n2 pp-f dt av-j j-vvn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 5
371 if they be compared with those above-cited out of Rom. 7. it will appear, that they are as contrary, if they be compared with those above-cited out of Rom. 7. it will appear, that they Are as contrary, cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp d j av pp-f np1 crd pn31 vmb vvi, cst pns32 vbr a-acp j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 5
372 as 'tis possible to speak, and by this 'tis evident that they describe the two contrary states. as it's possible to speak, and by this it's evident that they describe the two contrary states. c-acp pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp d pn31|vbz j cst pns32 vvb dt crd j-jn n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 85 Image 5
373 For can the regenerate be full of all manner of concupiscence, and at the same time be crucified to the Flesh, and its affections and lusts? one in whom sin revives while he dies; For can the regenerate be full of all manner of concupiscence, and At the same time be Crucified to the Flesh, and its affections and Lustiest? one in whom since revives while he die; c-acp vmb dt vvn vbb j pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt d n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n2 cc n2? crd p-acp ro-crq n1 vvz cs pns31 vvz; (4) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 5
374 and yet one that is dead to sin? carnal, and yet not walking after the flesh, and yet one that is dead to since? carnal, and yet not walking After the Flesh, cc av pi cst vbz j p-acp n1? j, cc av xx vvg p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 5
375 but after the Spirit? sold under sin, and yet free from sin? Having sin dwelling in him; and a captive to sin; but After the Spirit? sold under since, and yet free from since? Having since Dwelling in him; and a captive to since; cc-acp p-acp dt n1? vvn p-acp n1, cc av j p-acp n1? np1 n1 vvg p-acp pno31; cc dt j-jn p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 5
376 and obeying the Law of sin; and obeying the Law of since; cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 5
377 and yet free from the law of sin and death? how can these things consist? To tell us, 'Tis so, and 'tis not so, and to twist such contradictions into Orthodox Paradoxes, are pretty things to please Fools and Children; but wise men care not for riddles that are not sense. and yet free from the law of since and death? how can these things consist? To tell us, It's so, and it's not so, and to twist such contradictions into Orthodox Paradoxes, Are pretty things to please Fools and Children; but wise men care not for riddles that Are not sense. cc av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1? q-crq vmb d n2 vvi? p-acp vvb pno12, pn31|vbz av, cc pn31|vbz xx av, cc pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp n1 n2, vbr j n2 pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2; p-acp j n2 vvb xx p-acp n2 cst vbr xx n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 5
378 For my part I think it clear, that the Apostle in that mistaken Chapter, relates the feeble, impotent condition of one that was convinced and strove a little, but not to purpose. And if we find our selves comprised under that description, though we may be never so sensible of the evil and danger of a sinful course, and may endeavour some small matter, For my part I think it clear, that the Apostle in that mistaken Chapter, relates the feeble, impotent condition of one that was convinced and strove a little, but not to purpose. And if we find our selves comprised under that description, though we may be never so sensible of the evil and danger of a sinful course, and may endeavour Some small matter, p-acp po11 n1 pns11 vvb pn31 j, cst dt n1 p-acp d j-vvn n1, vvz dt j, j n1 pp-f crd cst vbds vvd cc vvd dt j, p-acp xx p-acp vvb. cc cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp pns12 vmb vbi av-x av j pp-f dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vmb vvi d j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 5
379 but without success, we are yet under that evil, and obnoxious to that danger: For he that strives in earnest, conquers at last, and advanceth still, though all the work be not done at once. So that if we endeavour and gain nothing, our endeavour is peccant, and wants Faith or Prayer for Divine aids, or constancy, or vigour; and so, Though we may seek, we shall not be able to enter. but without success, we Are yet under that evil, and obnoxious to that danger: For he that strives in earnest, conquers At last, and Advanceth still, though all the work be not done At once. So that if we endeavour and gain nothing, our endeavour is peccant, and Wants Faith or Prayer for Divine aids, or constancy, or vigour; and so, Though we may seek, we shall not be able to enter. cc-acp p-acp n1, pns12 vbr av p-acp d n-jn, cc j p-acp cst n1: c-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp j, vvz p-acp ord, cc vvz av, c-acp d dt vvb vbb xx vdn p-acp a-acp. av cst cs pns12 vvb cc vvb pix, po12 n1 vbz j, cc vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp j-jn n2, cc n1, cc n1; cc av, cs pns12 vmb vvi, pns12 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 86 Image 5
380 But (3.) an imperfect Striver may overcome sin in some Instances, and yet in that do no great matter neither, But (3.) an imperfect Striver may overcome since in Some Instances, and yet in that do no great matter neither, p-acp (crd) dt j n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d n2, cc av p-acp cst vdb dx j n1 av-dx, (4) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 5
381 if he lies down, and goes no further: There are some sins we outgrow by age, or are indisposed to them by bodily infirmity, or diverted by occasions, and it may be by other sins; if he lies down, and Goes no further: There Are Some Sins we outgrow by age, or Are indisposed to them by bodily infirmity, or diverted by occasions, and it may be by other Sins; cs pns31 vvz a-acp, cc vvz dx av-jc: pc-acp vbr d n2 pns12 vvi p-acp n1, cc vbr vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp j n1, cc vvn p-acp n2, cc pn31 vmb vbi p-acp j-jn n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 5
382 and some are contrary to worldly Interests, to our credit, or health, or profit; and when we have in any great degree been hurt by them in these, we fall out with those sins, and Some Are contrary to worldly Interests, to our credit, or health, or profit; and when we have in any great degree been hurt by them in these, we fallen out with those Sins, cc d vbr j-jn p-acp j n2, p-acp po12 vvi, cc n1, cc n1; cc c-crq pns12 vhb p-acp d j n1 vbn vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d, pns12 vvb av p-acp d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 5
383 and cease from them, and so by resolution and disuse, we master them at last fully: and cease from them, and so by resolution and disuse, we master them At last Fully: cc vvb p-acp pno32, cc av p-acp n1 cc n1, pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp ord av-j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 5
384 which, if we went on, and attempted upon all the rest, were something: which, if we went on, and attempted upon all the rest, were something: r-crq, cs pns12 vvd a-acp, cc vvd p-acp d dt n1, vbdr pi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 5
385 But when we stop short in these petty victories, our general state is not altered; He that conquers some evil appetites, is yet a slave to others, and though he hath prevailed over some difficulties, yet the main ones are yet behind. But when we stop short in these Petty victories, our general state is not altered; He that conquers Some evil appetites, is yet a slave to Others, and though he hath prevailed over Some difficulties, yet the main ones Are yet behind. cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb j p-acp d j n2, po12 j n1 vbz xx vvn; pns31 cst vvz d j-jn n2, vbz av dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc cs pns31 vhz vvn p-acp d n2, av dt j pi2 vbr av a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 87 Image 5
386 Thus the imperfect Striver masters, it may be, his beastly appetite to intemperate drinking, but is yet under the power of Love and Riches, and vain Pleasure. He ceaseth from open debauchery, but entertains spiritual wickedness in his heart: Thus the imperfect Striver Masters, it may be, his beastly appetite to intemperate drinking, but is yet under the power of Love and Riches, and vain Pleasure. He ceases from open debauchery, but entertains spiritual wickedness in his heart: av dt j n1 n2, pn31 vmb vbi, po31 j n1 p-acp j vvg, cc-acp vbz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb cc n2, cc j n1. pns31 vvz p-acp j n1, p-acp vvz j n1 p-acp po31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 5
387 He will not Swear, but will backbite and rail: He will not be Drunk, but will damn a man for not being of his opinion: He will not prophane the Sabbath, but will defraud his Neighbour. He will not Swear, but will backbite and rail: He will not be Drunk, but will damn a man for not being of his opinion: He will not profane the Sabbath, but will defraud his Neighbour. pns31 vmb xx vvb, p-acp n1 vvi cc vvi: pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn, p-acp n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp xx vbg pp-f po31 n1: pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n1, p-acp n1 n1 po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 88 Image 5
388 Now these half conquests, when we rest in them, are as good as none at all. Now these half conquests, when we rest in them, Are as good as none At all. av d j-jn n2, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pno32, vbr a-acp j c-acp pix p-acp d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 5
389 Then shall I not be ashamed, when I have regard to all thy Commandments, saith the Kingly Prophet, Psal. 119. 6. 'Tis shameful to give off, Then shall I not be ashamed, when I have regard to all thy commandments, Says the Kingly Prophet, Psalm 119. 6. It's shameful to give off, av vmb pns11 xx vbi j, c-crq pns11 vhb n1 p-acp d po21 n2, vvz dt j n1, np1 crd crd pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 5
390 when our work is but half done; what we do, cast the greater reproach upon us for what we omit. when our work is but half done; what we do, cast the greater reproach upon us for what we omit. c-crq po12 n1 vbz p-acp j-jn vdn; r-crq pns12 vdb, vvd dt jc n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 5
391 To cease to be prophane, is something as a passage, but nothing for an end. We are not Saints as soon as we are civil. 'Tis not only gross sins that are to be overcome: The wages of sin is death, not only of the great and capital, but of the smallest, if they are indulged. To cease to be profane, is something as a passage, but nothing for an end. We Are not Saints as soon as we Are civil. It's not only gross Sins that Are to be overcome: The wages of since is death, not only of the great and capital, but of the Smallest, if they Are indulged. p-acp vvb pc-acp vbi j, vbz pi p-acp dt n1, p-acp pix p-acp dt n1. pns12 vbr xx n2 c-acp av c-acp pns12 vbr j. pn31|vbz xx av-j j n2 cst vbr pc-acp vbi vvn: dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz n1, xx av-j pp-f dt j cc j, p-acp pp-f dt js, cs pns32 vbr vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 5
392 The Pharisee applauded himself, that he was not like the Extortioners, Adulterers and Unjust, nor like the Publican, that came to pray with him, Luk. 18. 11. and yet he went away never the more justified. The unwise Virgins were no profligate Livers, and yet they were shut out. The Pharisee applauded himself, that he was not like the Extortioners, Adulterers and Unjust, nor like the Publican, that Come to pray with him, Luk. 18. 11. and yet he went away never the more justified. The unwise Virgins were no profligate Livers, and yet they were shut out. dt np1 vvn px31, cst pns31 vbds xx av-j dt n2, n2 cc j-u, ccx av-j dt n1, cst vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd cc av pns31 vvd av av-x dt av-dc vvn. dt j ng1 vbdr dx vvi n2, cc av pns32 vbdr vvn av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 89 Image 5
393 He that will enter, must strive against every corrupt appetite and inclination. He that will enter, must strive against every corrupt appetite and inclination. pns31 cst vmb vvi, vmb vvi p-acp d j n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 5
394 A less leak will sink a Ship, as well as a greater, if no care be taken of it. A less leak will sink a Ship, as well as a greater, if no care be taken of it. dt dc n1 vmb vvi dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt jc, cs dx n1 vbb vvn pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 5
395 A Consumption will kill, as well as the Plague; yea sometimes the less Disease may in the event prove more deadly, A Consumption will kill, as well as the Plague; yea sometime the less Disease may in the event prove more deadly, dt n1 vmb vvi, c-acp av c-acp dt n1; uh av dt dc n1 vmb p-acp dt n1 vvi av-dc j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 5
396 than the greater; for small distempers may be neglected, till they become incurable; whenas the great ones awaken us to speedy care for a remedy. than the greater; for small distempers may be neglected, till they become incurable; whenas the great ones awaken us to speedy care for a remedy. cs dt jc; p-acp j n2 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp pns32 vvb j; cs dt j pi2 vvi pno12 p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 5
397 A small hurt in the finger slighted, may prove a Gangreen, when a great wound in the Head by seasonable applications is cured. A small hurt in the finger slighted, may prove a Gangrene, when a great wound in the Head by seasonable applications is cured. dt j vvn p-acp dt n1 vvn, vmb vvi dt np1, c-crq dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2 vbz vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 90 Image 5
398 'Tis unsafe then to content our selves with this, that our sins are not foul and great; those we account little ones, may prove as fatal, yea, they are sometimes more dangerous: For we are apt to think them none at all, or Venial infirmities that may consist with a state of Grace, and Divine favour: It's unsafe then to content our selves with this, that our Sins Are not foul and great; those we account little ones, may prove as fatal, yea, they Are sometime more dangerous: For we Are apt to think them none At all, or Venial infirmities that may consist with a state of Grace, and Divine favour: pn31|vbz j av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d, cst po12 n2 vbr xx j cc j; d pns12 vvb j pi2, vmb vvi p-acp j, uh, pns32 vbr av dc j: c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno32 pix p-acp d, cc j n2 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc j-jn n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 5
399 we excuse and make Apologies for them; we excuse and make Apologies for them; pns12 vvb cc vvi n2 p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 5
400 and fancy that Hearing, and Prayer, and Confession are atonements enough for these. Upon which accounts I am apt to believe, that the less notorious Vices have ruined as many as the greatest Abominations. and fancy that Hearing, and Prayer, and Confessi Are atonements enough for these. Upon which accounts I am apt to believe, that the less notorious Vices have ruined as many as the greatest Abominations. cc vvb d vvg, cc n1, cc n1 vbr n2 av-d p-acp d. p-acp r-crq n2 pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi, cst dt av-dc j n2 vhb vvn p-acp d c-acp dt js n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 5
401 Hell doth not consist only of Drunkards, and Swearers, and Sabbath-breakers: No, the demure Pharisee, the plausible Hypocrite, and formal Professor, have their place also in that lake of fire. Hell does not consist only of Drunkards, and Swearers, and Sabbath breakers: No, the demure Pharisee, the plausible Hypocrite, and formal Professor, have their place also in that lake of fire. n1 vdz xx vvi av-j pp-f n2, cc n2, cc n2: uh-dx, dt j np1, dt j n1, cc j n1, vhb po32 n1 av p-acp cst n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 5
402 The great impieties do often startle and awaken conscience, and beget strong convictions, and so sometimes excite resolution and vigorous striving; The great impieties do often startle and awaken conscience, and beget strong convictions, and so sometime excite resolution and vigorous striving; dt j n2 vdb av vvi cc vvi n1, cc vvi j n2, cc av av vvi n1 cc j vvg; (4) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 5
403 while men hug themselves in their lesser sins, and carry them unrepented of to their Graves. while men hug themselves in their lesser Sins, and carry them unrepented of to their Graves. cs n2 vvb px32 p-acp po32 jc n2, cc vvi pno32 n1 pp-f p-acp po32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 91 Image 5
404 The sum is, we may overcome some sins, and turn from the grosser sorts of wickedness, and yet if we endeavour not to subdue the rest, we are still in the condition of unregeneracy and death, and though we thus seek, we shall not enter. The sum is, we may overcome Some Sins, and turn from the grosser sorts of wickedness, and yet if we endeavour not to subdue the rest, we Are still in the condition of unregeneracy and death, and though we thus seek, we shall not enter. dt n1 vbz, pns12 vmb vvi d n2, cc vvi p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f n1, cc av cs pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns12 vbr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc cs pns12 av vvi, pns12 vmb xx vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 92 Image 5
405 (4.) A man may perform many duties of Religion, and that with relish and delight, and yet miscarry. As, (4.) A man may perform many duties of Religion, and that with relish and delight, and yet miscarry. As, (crd) dt n1 vmb vvi d n2 pp-f n1, cc cst p-acp n1 cc n1, cc av vvb. a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 93 Image 5
406 (1.) He may be earnest and swift to hear, and follow Sermons constantly from one place to another, (1.) He may be earnest and swift to hear, and follow Sermons constantly from one place to Another, (crd) pns31 vmb vbi j cc j p-acp vvb, cc vvi n2 av-j p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 94 Image 5
407 and be exceedingly pleased and affected with the Word, and yet be an evil Man, and in a bad state. Herod heard John Baptist gladly, Mark 6. 20. and he that received the seed into stony places, received it joyfully, Mat. 13. 20. Zeal for hearing doth not always arise from a conscientious desire to learn in order to practice, but sometimes it proceeds from an itch after novelty and notions, or an ambition to be famed for Godliness; or the importunity of natural conscience, that will not be satisfied except we do something; or a desire to get matter to feed our opinions, or to furnish us with pious discourse? I say, earnestness to hear, ariseth very often from some of these; and be exceedingly pleased and affected with the Word, and yet be an evil Man, and in a bad state. Herod herd John Baptist gladly, Mark 6. 20. and he that received the seed into stony places, received it joyfully, Mathew 13. 20. Zeal for hearing does not always arise from a conscientious desire to Learn in order to practice, but sometime it proceeds from an itch After novelty and notions, or an ambition to be famed for Godliness; or the importunity of natural conscience, that will not be satisfied except we do something; or a desire to get matter to feed our opinions, or to furnish us with pious discourse? I say, earnestness to hear, arises very often from Some of these; cc vbi av-vvg j-vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av vbi dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp dt j n1. np1 vvd np1 np1 av-j, vvb crd crd cc pns31 cst vvd dt n1 p-acp j n2, vvd pn31 av-j, np1 crd crd n1 p-acp vvg vdz xx av vvi p-acp dt j vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n2, cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1; cc dt n1 pp-f j n1, cst vmb xx vbi vvn c-acp pns12 vdb pi; cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp vvb po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp j vvi? pns11 vvb, n1 p-acp vvb, vvz av av p-acp d pp-f d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 94 Image 5
408 and when it doth so, we gain but little by it: yea, we are dangerously tempted to take this for an infallible token of our Saintship, and so to content our selves with this Religion of the Ear, and to disturb every body with the abundance of our disputes and talk, while we neglect our own Spirits, and let our unmortified affections and inclinations rest in quiet, under the shadow of these specious services. and when it does so, we gain but little by it: yea, we Are dangerously tempted to take this for an infallible token of our Saintship, and so to content our selves with this Religion of the Ear, and to disturb every body with the abundance of our disputes and talk, while we neglect our own Spirits, and let our unmortified affections and inclinations rest in quiet, under the shadow of these specious services. cc c-crq pn31 vdz av, pns12 vvb p-acp j p-acp pn31: uh, pns12 vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 vvz cc vvb, cs pns12 vvb po12 d n2, cc vvb po12 vvn n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp j-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 94 Image 5
409 So that when a great affection to hearing seizeth upon an evil man, 'tis odds but it doth him hurt; it puffs him up in the conceit of his Godliness, and makes him pragmatical, troublesome and censorious; He turns his food into poyson: Among bad men, those are certainly the worst, that have an opinion of their being godly; So that when a great affection to hearing seizes upon an evil man, it's odds but it does him hurt; it puffs him up in the conceit of his Godliness, and makes him pragmatical, troublesome and censorious; He turns his food into poison: Among bad men, those Are Certainly the worst, that have an opinion of their being godly; av cst c-crq dt j n1 p-acp vvg vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31|vbz n2 p-acp pn31 vdz pno31 vvn; pn31 vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz pno31 j, j cc j; pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1: p-acp j n2, d vbr av-j dt js, cst vhb dt n1 pp-f po32 vbg j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 95 Image 5
410 and such are those that have itching ears, under the power of vitious habits and inclinations. Thus an earnest diligent hearer, may be one of those who seeks, and is shut out. And so may and such Are those that have itching ears, under the power of vicious habits and inclinations. Thus an earnest diligent hearer, may be one of those who seeks, and is shut out. And so may cc d vbr d cst vhb j-vvg n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2. av dt j j n1, vmb vbi crd pp-f d r-crq vvz, cc vbz vvn av. cc av vmb (4) sermon (DIV1) 95 Image 5
411 (2.) He that Fasts much, and severely: The Jews were exceedingly given to fasting, and they were very severe in it. (2.) He that Fasts much, and severely: The jews were exceedingly given to fasting, and they were very severe in it. (crd) pns31 cst n2 av-d, cc av-j: dt np2 vbdr av-vvg vvn p-acp vvg, cc pns32 vbdr av j p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 5
412 They abstained from all things pleasant to them, and put on sackcloath, and sowr looks, and mourned bitterly, and hung down the head, They abstained from all things pleasant to them, and put on Sackcloth, and sour looks, and mourned bitterly, and hung down the head, pns32 vvd p-acp d n2 j p-acp pno32, cc vvd p-acp n1, cc j n2, cc vvd av-j, cc vvd a-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 5
413 and sate in ashes; so that one might have taken these for very holy, penitent, mortified people that had a great antipathy against their sins, and abhorrence of themselves for them: and sat in Ashes; so that one might have taken these for very holy, penitent, mortified people that had a great antipathy against their Sins, and abhorrence of themselves for them: cc vvd p-acp n2; av cst pi vmd vhi vvn d p-acp j j, j-jn, j-vvn n1 cst vhd dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc n1 pp-f px32 p-acp pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 5
414 And yet God complains of these strict severe Fasters, Zach. 7. 5. That they did not Fast unto him; And yet God complains of these strict severe Fasters, Zach 7. 5. That they did not Fast unto him; cc av np1 vvz pp-f d j j n2, np1 crd crd cst pns32 vdd xx av-j p-acp pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 5
415 but fasted for strife and debate, Isa. 58. 4. Their Fasts were not such as he had chosen, to loose the bands of wickedness, to undo the heavy burden, but fasted for strife and debate, Isaiah 58. 4. Their Fasts were not such as he had chosen, to lose the bans of wickedness, to undo the heavy burden, p-acp vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd po32 n2 vbdr xx d c-acp pns31 vhd vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 5
416 and to let the oppressed free, vers. 6. But they continued, notwithstanding their Fasts, and God's admonitions by his Prophets, to oppress the Widow, and Fatherless, and Poor, Zach. 7. 10. and to let the oppressed free, vers. 6. But they continued, notwithstanding their Fasts, and God's admonitions by his prophets, to oppress the Widow, and Fatherless, and Poor, Zach 7. 10. cc pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn j, fw-la. crd p-acp pns32 vvd, c-acp po32 n2, cc npg1 n2 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp vvb dt n1, cc j, cc j, np1 crd crd (4) sermon (DIV1) 96 Image 5
417 Thus meer natural and evil men sometimes put on the garb of Mortification, and exercise rigors upon their Bodies and external persons, in exchange for the indulgences they allow their beloved appetites; and while the strict Discipline reacheth no further, Thus mere natural and evil men sometime put on the garb of Mortification, and exercise rigors upon their Bodies and external Persons, in exchange for the Indulgences they allow their Beloved appetites; and while the strict Discipline reaches no further, av j j cc j-jn n2 av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 n2 p-acp po32 n2 cc j n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pns32 vvb po32 j-vvn n2; cc cs dt j n1 vvz av-dx av-jc, (4) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 5
418 though we keep days, and Fast often, yet this will not put us beyond the condition of the Pharisee, who fasted twice in the week, as himself boasted, Luke 18. 12. And, though we keep days, and Fast often, yet this will not put us beyond the condition of the Pharisee, who fasted twice in the Week, as himself boasted, Lycia 18. 12. And, cs pns12 vvb n2, cc av-j av, av d vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1, r-crq vvd av p-acp dt n1, p-acp px31 vvd, av crd crd np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 97 Image 5
419 (3.) An imperfect striver may be very much given to pious and religious discourses: (3.) an imperfect striver may be very much given to pious and religious discourses: (crd) dt j n1 vmb vbi av av-d vvn p-acp j cc j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 98 Image 5
420 He may love to be talking of Divine things; He may love to be talking of Divine things; pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvg pp-f j-jn n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 98 Image 5
421 especially of the love of Christ to sinners, which he may frequently speak of with much earnestness and affection, and have that dear name always at his tongues end to begin and close all his sayings; especially of the love of christ to Sinners, which he may frequently speak of with much earnestness and affection, and have that dear name always At his tongues end to begin and close all his sayings; av-j pp-f dt vvb pp-f np1 p-acp n2, r-crq pns31 vmb av-j vvi pp-f p-acp d n1 cc n1, cc vhb d j-jn n1 av p-acp po31 ng1 n1 p-acp vvb cc av-j d po31 n2-vvg; (4) sermon (DIV1) 98 Image 5
422 and to fill up the void places, when he wants what to say next; and to fill up the void places, when he Wants what to say next; cc p-acp vvb a-acp dt j n2, c-crq pns31 vvz r-crq pc-acp vvi ord; (4) sermon (DIV1) 98 Image 5
423 and yet this may be a bad man, who never felt those Divine things he talks of; and yet this may be a bad man, who never felt those Divine things he talks of; cc av d vmb vbi dt j n1, r-crq av-x vvd d j-jn n2 pns31 vvz pp-f; (4) sermon (DIV1) 98 Image 5
424 and never loved Christ heartily as he ought. and never loved christ heartily as he ought. cc av-x vvd np1 av-j c-acp pns31 vmd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 98 Image 5
425 'Twas observed before, that there are some who have a sort of Devoutness, and Religion in their particular Complexion; and if such are talkative (as many times they are) they will easily run into such discourses, 'Twas observed before, that there Are Some who have a sort of Devoutness, and Religion in their particular Complexion; and if such Are talkative (as many times they Are) they will Easily run into such discourses, pn31|vbds vvd a-acp, cst a-acp vbr d r-crq vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp po32 j n1; cc cs d vbr j (c-acp d n2 pns32 vbr) pns32 vmb av-j vvi p-acp d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 5
426 as agree with their temper, and take pleasure in them for that reason; as agree with their temper, and take pleasure in them for that reason; c-acp vvb p-acp po32 vvi, cc vvb n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp cst n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 5
427 As also for this, because they are apt to gain us reverence, and the good opinion of those with whom we converse. As also for this, Because they Are apt to gain us Reverence, and the good opinion of those with whom we converse. c-acp av c-acp d, c-acp pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno12 n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 5
428 And such as are by nature disposed for this faculty, may easily get it by imitation and remembrance of the devout forms they hear and read: And such as Are by nature disposed for this faculty, may Easily get it by imitation and remembrance of the devout forms they hear and read: cc d c-acp vbr p-acp n1 vvn p-acp d n1, vmb av-j vvi pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n2 pns32 vvb cc vvi: (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 5
429 so that there may be nothing Divine in all this; nothing but what may consist with unmortified lusts and affections: so that there may be nothing Divine in all this; nothing but what may consist with unmortified Lustiest and affections: av cst a-acp vmb vbi pix j-jn p-acp d d; pix cc-acp q-crq vmb vvi p-acp vvn n2 cc n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 5
430 And though such talk earnestly of the love of Christ, and express a mighty love to his name, yet this may be without any real conformity unto him in his Life and Laws. The Jews spake much of Moses; in him they believed, and in him they trusted, John 5. 45. His name was a sweet sound to their ears, And though such talk earnestly of the love of christ, and express a mighty love to his name, yet this may be without any real conformity unto him in his Life and Laws. The jews spoke much of Moses; in him they believed, and in him they trusted, John 5. 45. His name was a sweet found to their ears, cc cs d n1 av-j pp-f dt vvb pp-f np1, cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 vvi, av d vmb vbi p-acp d j n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1 cc n2. dt np2 vvd d pp-f np1; p-acp pno31 pns32 vvn, cc p-acp pno31 pns32 vvn, np1 crd crd po31 vvb vbds dt j vvi p-acp po32 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 5
431 and 'twas very pleasant upon their Tongues; and yet they hated the Spirit of Moses, and had no love to those Laws of his which condemned their wicked actions. and 'twas very pleasant upon their Tongues; and yet they hated the Spirit of Moses, and had no love to those Laws of his which condemned their wicked actions. cc pn31|vbds j j p-acp po32 n2; cc av pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vhd dx n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f png31 r-crq vvd po32 j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 5
432 And we may see how many of those love Christ, that speak often and affectionately of him, by observing how they keep his Commandments, John 14. 15. especially those of Meekness, Mercy, and universal Love. And we may see how many of those love christ, that speak often and affectionately of him, by observing how they keep his commandments, John 14. 15. especially those of Meekness, Mercy, and universal Love. cc pns12 vmb vvi c-crq d pp-f d vvb np1, cst vvb av cc av-j pp-f pno31, p-acp vvg c-crq pns32 vvi po31 n2, np1 crd crd av-j d pp-f n1, n1, cc j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 99 Image 5
433 Thus imperfect Strivers may imploy themselves in the external offices of Religion: I have instanced only in Three, the like may be said of the rest. And to this, I add, Thus imperfect Strivers may employ themselves in the external Offices of Religion: I have instanced only in Three, the like may be said of the rest. And to this, I add, av j n2 vmb vvi px32 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1: pns11 vhb vvn av-j p-acp crd, dt av-j vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1. cc p-acp d, pns11 vvb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 100 Image 5
434 (IV.) That they may not only exercise themselves in the outward matters of duty, but may arrive to some things that are accounted greater heights, (IV.) That they may not only exercise themselves in the outward matters of duty, but may arrive to Some things that Are accounted greater heights, (np1) cst pns32 vmb xx av-j vvi px32 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp d n2 cst vbr vvn jc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 5
435 and are really more spiritual, and refined. To instance. and Are really more spiritual, and refined. To instance. cc vbr av-j av-dc j, cc j-vvn. p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 101 Image 5
436 (1.) They may have some love to God, Goodness, and good Men. The Soul naturally loves Beauty and Perfection; and all mankind apprehend God, to be of all Beings, the most beautiful and perfect; and therefore must needs have an intellectual love for him: (1.) They may have Some love to God, goodness, and good Men. The Soul naturally loves Beauty and Perfection; and all mankind apprehend God, to be of all Beings, the most beautiful and perfect; and Therefore must needs have an intellectual love for him: (crd) pns32 vmb vhi d n1 p-acp np1, n1, cc j n2. dt n1 av-j vvz n1 cc n1; cc d n1 vvb np1, pc-acp vbi pp-f d n2, dt ds j cc j; cc av vmb av vhi dt j n1 p-acp pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
437 The reason that that love takes no hold of the passions in wicked men, is, partly because they are diverted from the thoughts of Him, by the objects of Sense; but chiefly, The reason that that love Takes no hold of the passion in wicked men, is, partly Because they Are diverted from the thoughts of Him, by the objects of Sense; but chiefly, dt n1 cst cst vvb vvz dx n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp j n2, vbz, av c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno31, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; p-acp av-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
438 because they consider him as their enemy, and therefore can have no complacency or delight in him, who they think hath nothing but thoughts of enmity, and displeasure against them. Because they Consider him as their enemy, and Therefore can have no complacency or delight in him, who they think hath nothing but thoughts of enmity, and displeasure against them. c-acp pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp po32 n1, cc av vmb vhi dx n1 cc vvb p-acp pno31, r-crq pns32 vvb vhz pix p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
439 But if once they come to be perswaded (as many times, by such false marks, But if once they come to be persuaded (as many times, by such false marks, p-acp cs a-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn (c-acp d n2, p-acp d j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
440 as I have recited, they are ) that God is their Father, and peculiar Friend; that they are his chosen, and his darlings, whom he loved from Eternity, and to whom he hath given his Son and his Spirit, and will give Himself, in a way of the fullest enjoyment; as I have recited, they Are) that God is their Father, and peculiar Friend; that they Are his chosen, and his darlings, whom he loved from Eternity, and to whom he hath given his Son and his Spirit, and will give Himself, in a Way of the Fullest enjoyment; c-acp pns11 vhb vvn, pns32 vbr) cst np1 vbz po32 n1, cc j n1; cst pns32 vbr po31 vvn, cc po31 n2-jn, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1, cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 cc po31 n1, cc vmb vvi px31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
441 Then the Love that before was only an esteem in the understanding, doth kindle in the affections by the help of the conceit of Gods loving them so dearly, and the passion thus heated, runs out, Then the Love that before was only an esteem in the understanding, does kindle in the affections by the help of the conceit of God's loving them so dearly, and the passion thus heated, runs out, av dt vvb cst a-acp vbds av-j dt vvb p-acp dt vvg, vdz vvi p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg pno32 av av-jn, cc dt n1 av vvn, vvz av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
442 even into seraphick, and rapturous Devotions; while yet all this, is but meer animal love, excited chiefly, by the love of our selves, not of the Divine Perfections. And it commonly goes no further, even into seraphic, and rapturous Devotions; while yet all this, is but mere animal love, excited chiefly, by the love of our selves, not of the Divine Perfections. And it commonly Goes no further, av p-acp j, cc j n2; cs av d d, vbz p-acp j n1 n1, vvd av-jn, p-acp dt vvb pp-f po12 n2, xx pp-f dt j-jn n2. cc pn31 av-j vvz av-dx av-jc, (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
443 than to earnest expressions of extraordinary love to God in our Prayers and Discourses, while it appears not in any singular obedience to his Laws, or generous and universal love to mankind: than to earnest expressions of extraordinary love to God in our Prayers and Discourses, while it appears not in any singular Obedience to his Laws, or generous and universal love to mankind: cs p-acp j n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, cs pn31 vvz xx p-acp d j n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc j cc j n1 p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
444 which are the ways whereby the true Divine Love is exprest: which Are the ways whereby the true Divine Love is expressed: r-crq vbr dt n2 c-crq dt j j-jn n1 vbz vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
445 for, This is the love of God, that we keep his Commandments, saith the Apostle, 1 Joh. 5. 3. And as to the other, thus, If we love one another, God dwelleth in us, for, This is the love of God, that we keep his commandments, Says the Apostle, 1 John 5. 3. And as to the other, thus, If we love one Another, God dwells in us, c-acp, d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vvb po31 n2, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd crd cc c-acp p-acp dt j-jn, av, cs pns12 vvb pi j-jn, np1 vvz p-acp pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
446 and his love is perfected in us, 1 Joh. 4. 12. And on the contrary, If a man say I love God, and his love is perfected in us, 1 John 4. 12. And on the contrary, If a man say I love God, cc po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, vvn np1 crd crd cc p-acp dt n-jn, cs dt n1 vvb pns11 vvb np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
447 and hateth his brother, he is a lyar, John 4. 20. Charity then and universal obedience are the true arguments and expressions of our love to God; and hates his brother, he is a liar, John 4. 20. Charity then and universal Obedience Are the true Arguments and expressions of our love to God; cc vvz po31 n1, pns31 vbz dt n1, np1 crd crd n1 cs cc j n1 vbr dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
448 and these suppose a victory over corrupt inclinations and self-will. But the other love which ariseth from the conceit of our special dearness to God upon insufficient grounds; and these suppose a victory over corrupt inclinations and self-will. But the other love which arises from the conceit of our special dearness to God upon insufficient grounds; cc d vvb dt n1 p-acp j n2 cc n1. p-acp dt j-jn n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
449 that goes no further than to some suavities, and pleasant fancies within our selves; and some passionate complements of the Image we have set up in our imaginations. that Goes no further than to Some Suavities, and pleasant fancies within our selves; and Some passionate compliments of the Image we have Set up in our Imaginations. cst vvz dx jc cs p-acp d n2, cc j ng2 p-acp po12 n2; cc d j n2 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
450 This Love will consist with Hatred and contempt of all that are not like our selves; This Love will consist with Hatred and contempt of all that Are not like our selves; d n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f d cst vbr xx av-j po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
451 yea, and it will produce it: those poysonous fruits, and vile affections may be incouraged, and cherish'd under it. yea, and it will produce it: those poisonous fruits, and vile affections may be encouraged, and cherished under it. uh, cc pn31 vmb vvi pn31: d j n2, cc j n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
452 So that there may be some love to God in evil men: So that there may be Some love to God in evil men: av cst a-acp vmb vbi d n1 p-acp np1 p-acp j-jn n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
453 But while self-love is the only motive, and the more prevalent passion, it signifieth nothing to their advantage. But while Self-love is the only motive, and the more prevalent passion, it signifies nothing to their advantage. cc-acp cs n1 vbz dt av-j n1, cc dt dc j n1, pn31 vvz pix p-acp po32 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 102 Image 5
454 And as the imperfect striver may have some love to God, so he may to piety and vertue: every man loves these in Idea. The vilest sinner takes part in his affections with the vertuous and religious, when he seeth them described in History or Romance; and hath a detestation for those, who are character'd as impious and immoral. Vertue is a great Beauty, and the mind is taken with it, And as the imperfect striver may have Some love to God, so he may to piety and virtue: every man loves these in Idea. The Vilest sinner Takes part in his affections with the virtuous and religious, when he sees them described in History or Romance; and hath a detestation for those, who Are charactered as impious and immoral. Virtue is a great Beauty, and the mind is taken with it, cc p-acp dt j n1 vmb vhi d vvb p-acp np1, av pns31 vmb p-acp n1 cc n1: d n1 vvz d p-acp n1. dt js n1 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt j cc j, c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1; cc vhz dt n1 p-acp d, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp j cc j. n1 vbz dt j n1, cc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 5
455 while 'tis consider'd at a distance; and our corrupt interests, and sensual affections are not concern'd. while it's considered At a distance; and our corrupt interests, and sensual affections Are not concerned. cs pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; cc po12 j n2, cc j n2 vbr xx vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 5
456 'Tis These that recommend sin to our love, and choice, while the mind stands on the side of vertue: It's These that recommend sin to our love, and choice, while the mind Stands on the side of virtue: pn31|vbz d cst vvb vvi p-acp po12 vvi, cc n1, cs dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 5
457 with that we serve the Law of God, but with the flesh the Law of Sin, Rom. 7. 25. So that most wicked men, that are not degenerated into meer Brutes, have this mental and intellectual love to goodness: That is, they approve, and like it in their minds, and would practise it also, were it not for the prevalent biass of flesh and sense. with that we serve the Law of God, but with the Flesh the Law of since, Rom. 7. 25. So that most wicked men, that Are not degenerated into mere Brutus's, have this mental and intellectual love to Goodness: That is, they approve, and like it in their minds, and would practise it also, were it not for the prevalent bias of Flesh and sense. p-acp cst pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd av cst ds j n2, cst vbr xx vvn p-acp j n2, vhb d j cc j vvb p-acp n1: cst vbz, pns32 vvi, cc av-j pn31 p-acp po32 n2, cc vmd vvi pn31 av, vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 103 Image 5
458 And hence it will follow likewise, That the same may approve and respect good men; They may reverence and love them for their Charity, Humility, Justice and Temperance, though themselves are persons of the contrary Character; yea, they may have a great and ardent affection for those that are eminently pious and devout, though they are very irreligious themselves. And hence it will follow likewise, That the same may approve and respect good men; They may Reverence and love them for their Charity, Humility, justice and Temperance, though themselves Are Persons of the contrary Character; yea, they may have a great and Ardent affection for those that Are eminently pious and devout, though they Are very irreligious themselves. cc av pn31 vmb vvi av, cst dt d vmb vvi cc vvb j n2; pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1, n1, n1 cc n1, cs px32 vbr n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1; uh, pns32 vmb vhi dt j cc j n1 p-acp d cst vbr av-j j cc j, c-acp pns32 vbr j j px32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 5
459 The conscience of vertue, and of the excellency of Religion, may produce this in the meer natural man, who is under the dominion of vile inclinations and affections; and therefore, The conscience of virtue, and of the excellency of Religion, may produce this in the mere natural man, who is under the dominion of vile inclinations and affections; and Therefore, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi d p-acp dt j j n1, r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2; cc av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 5
460 neither is this a good mark of godliness. Our love to God and goodness will not stead us, neither is this a good mark of godliness. Our love to God and Goodness will not stead us, av-dx vbz d dt j vvb pp-f n1. po12 vvb p-acp np1 cc n1 vmb xx vvi pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 5
461 except it be prevalent. And as the love described, may be natural, and a meer animal man may arrive unto it: So, except it be prevalent. And as the love described, may be natural, and a mere animal man may arrive unto it: So, c-acp pn31 vbb j. cc p-acp dt vvb vvn, vmb vbi j, cc dt j n1 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31: av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 104 Image 5
462 (2.) He may to an extraordinary zeal for the same things that are the objects of his love. (2.) He may to an extraordinary zeal for the same things that Are the objects of his love. (crd) pns31 vmb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt d n2 cst vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 5
463 Hot tempers are eager, where they take either kindness or displeasure. The natural man that hath an animal love to Religion, may be violent in speaking, Hight tempers Are eager, where they take either kindness or displeasure. The natural man that hath an animal love to Religion, may be violent in speaking, j n2 vbr j, c-crq pns32 vvb d n1 cc n1. dt j n1 cst vhz dt n1 vvb p-acp n1, vmb vbi j p-acp vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 5
464 and acting for things appertaining to it. If his temper be devotional and passionate, he becomes a mighty zealot, and fills all places with the same of his godliness: His natural fire moves this way, and acting for things appertaining to it. If his temper be devotional and passionate, he becomes a mighty zealot, and fills all places with the same of his godliness: His natural fire moves this Way, cc vvg p-acp n2 vvg p-acp pn31. cs po31 n1 vbb j cc j, pns31 vvz dt j n1, cc vvz d n2 p-acp dt d pp-f po31 n1: po31 j n1 vvz d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 5
465 and makes a mighty blaze. Ahab was very zealous, and 'tis like 'twas not only his own interest that made him so, 2 Kings 10. 16. The Pharisees were zealous people, and makes a mighty blaze. Ahab was very zealous, and it's like 'twas not only his own Interest that made him so, 2 Kings 10. 16. The Pharisees were zealous people, cc vvz dt j vvi. np1 vbds av j, cc pn31|vbz j pn31|vbds xx av-j po31 d n1 cst vvd pno31 av, crd n2 crd crd dt np1 vbdr j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 5
466 and certainly their zeal was not always personated, and put on, but real; and Certainly their zeal was not always personated, and put on, but real; cc av-j po32 n1 vbds xx av vvn, cc vvd a-acp, cc-acp j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 5
467 though they were Hypocrites, yet they were such, as in many things deceived themselves, as well as others. They were zealous for their Traditions, and they believ'd 'twas their duty to be so. though they were Hypocrites, yet they were such, as in many things deceived themselves, as well as Others. They were zealous for their Traditions, and they believed 'twas their duty to be so. cs pns32 vbdr n2, av pns32 vbdr d, a-acp p-acp d n2 vvn px32, c-acp av c-acp n2-jn. pns32 vbdr j p-acp po32 n2, cc pns32 vvn pn31|vbds po32 n1 pc-acp vbi av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 5
468 St. Paul while a persecutor, was zealous against the Disciples, and he thought he ought to do many things against that name. Saint Paul while a persecutor, was zealous against the Disciples, and he Thought he ought to do many things against that name. n1 np1 cs dt n1, vbds j p-acp dt n2, cc pns31 n1 pns31 vmd pc-acp vdi d n2 p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 5
469 And our Saviour foretells, that those zealous Murderers that should kill his Saints, should think, They did God good service in it, John 16. 2. So that all the zeal of the natural man is not feigning, and acting of a part; And our Saviour foretells, that those zealous Murderers that should kill his Saints, should think, They did God good service in it, John 16. 2. So that all the zeal of the natural man is not feigning, and acting of a part; cc po12 n1 vvz, cst d j n2 cst vmd vvi po31 n2, vmd vvi, pns32 vdd np1 j n1 p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd av cst d dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz xx vvg, cc n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 5
470 nor hath it always evil objects. nor hath it always evil objects. ccx vhz pn31 av j-jn n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 5
471 The Pharisees were zealous against the wickedness of the Publicans and Sinners. Zeal, and that in earnest, and for Religion may be in bad men. The Pharisees were zealous against the wickedness of the Publicans and Sinners. Zeal, and that in earnest, and for Religion may be in bad men. dt np2 vbdr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2. n1, cc cst p-acp j, cc p-acp n1 vmb vbi p-acp j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 5
472 But then, this is to be noted, that 'tis commonly about opinions or external rites, and usages, and such matters as appertain to first Table Duties, But then, this is to be noted, that it's commonly about opinions or external Rites, and usages, and such matters as appertain to First Table Duties, p-acp av, d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pn31|vbz av-j p-acp n2 cc j n2, cc n2, cc d n2 c-acp vvb p-acp ord n1 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 5
473 while usually the same men are very cold, in reference to the Duties of the Second: And when Zeal is partial, and spent about the little things that tend not to the overcoming the difficulties of our way, while usually the same men Are very cold, in Referente to the Duties of the Second: And when Zeal is partial, and spent about the little things that tend not to the overcoming the difficulties of our Way, cs av-j dt d n2 vbr j j-jn, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ord: cc c-crq n1 vbz j, cc vvn p-acp dt j n2 cst vvb xx p-acp dt vvg dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 5
474 or the perfecting of humane nature, 'tis a meer animal fervour, and no Divine Fire. or the perfecting of humane nature, it's a mere animal fervour, and no Divine Fire. cc dt vvg pp-f j n1, pn31|vbz dt j n1 n1, cc dx j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 5
475 And the natural man, the Seeker that shall not enter, may grow up to another height that looks gloriously, and seems to speak mighty things. As, And the natural man, the Seeker that shall not enter, may grow up to Another height that looks gloriously, and seems to speak mighty things. As, cc dt j n1, dt np1 d vmb xx vvi, vmb vvi a-acp p-acp j-jn n1 cst vvz av-j, cc vvz pc-acp vvi j n2. p-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 105 Image 5
476 (3.) He may have great comforts in religious meditations, and that even to rapturous excesses. (3.) He may have great comforts in religious meditations, and that even to rapturous Excesses. (crd) pns31 vmb vhi j n2 p-acp j n2, cc cst av p-acp j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 5
477 He may take these, for sweet Communion with God, and the joys of the Holy Ghost, and the earnest of Glory, and be lifted up on high by them, He may take these, for sweet Communion with God, and the Joys of the Holy Ghost, and the earnest of Glory, and be lifted up on high by them, pns31 vmb vvi d, p-acp j n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc dt j pp-f n1, cc vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 5
478 and enabled to speak in wonderful ravishing strains; and yet notwithstanding be an evil man, and in the state of such as shall be shut out. and enabled to speak in wondered ravishing strains; and yet notwithstanding be an evil man, and in the state of such as shall be shut out. cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp j j-vvg n2; cc av a-acp vbb dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vmb vbi vvn av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 106 Image 5
479 For this we may observe, That those whose complexion inclines them to devotion, are commonly much under the power of melancholy; and they that are so, are mostly very various in their tempers; For this we may observe, That those whose complexion inclines them to devotion, Are commonly much under the power of melancholy; and they that Are so, Are mostly very various in their tempers; p-acp d pns12 vmb vvi, cst d rg-crq n1 vvz pno32 p-acp n1, vbr av-j av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn; cc pns32 cst vbr av, vbr j j j p-acp po32 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 5
480 sometimes merry, and pleasant to excess; and then plung'd as deep into the other extream of sadness and dejection; one while the sweet humours enliven the imagination, sometime merry, and pleasant to excess; and then plunged as deep into the other extreme of sadness and dejection; one while the sweet humours enliven the imagination, av j, cc j p-acp n1; cc av vvn p-acp j-jn p-acp dt j-jn j-jn pp-f n1 cc n1; crd n1 dt j n2 vvi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 5
481 and present it with all things that are pleasant and agreeable; And then, the black blood succeeds, which begets clouds and darkness, and present it with all things that Are pleasant and agreeable; And then, the black blood succeeds, which begets Clouds and darkness, cc vvi pn31 p-acp d n2 cst vbr j cc j; cc av, dt j-jn n1 vvz, r-crq vvz n2 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 5
482 and fills the fancy with things frightful and uncomfortable: And there are very few but feel such varieties, in a degree, in themselves. and fills the fancy with things frightful and uncomfortable: And there Are very few but feel such varieties, in a degree, in themselves. cc vvz dt n1 p-acp n2 j cc j: cc pc-acp vbr av d p-acp vvi d n2, p-acp dt n1, p-acp px32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 5
483 Now while the sweet Blood and Humours prevail, the person whose complexion inclines him to Religion, Now while the sweet Blood and Humours prevail, the person whose complexion inclines him to Religion, av cs dt j n1 cc n2 vvi, dt n1 rg-crq n1 vvz pno31 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 5
484 and who hath arrived to the degrees newly discours'd of (though a meer natural man) is full of inward delight, and satisfaction; and fancies at this turn, that he is much in the favour of God, and a sure Heir of the Kingdom of Glory; and who hath arrived to the Degrees newly discoursed of (though a mere natural man) is full of inward delight, and satisfaction; and fancies At this turn, that he is much in the favour of God, and a sure Heir of the Kingdom of Glory; cc r-crq vhz vvn p-acp dt n2 av-j vvn pp-f (cs dt j j n1) vbz j pp-f j vvb, cc n1; cc n2 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vbz av-d p-acp dt vvb pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 5
485 which must needs excite in him many luscious, and pleasant thoughts: which must needs excite in him many luscious, and pleasant thoughts: r-crq vmb av vvi p-acp pno31 d j, cc j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 5
486 and these further warm his imagination, which, by new, and taking suggestions still raiseth the affections more; and so the man is as it were transported beyond himself; and these further warm his imagination, which, by new, and taking suggestions still Raiseth the affections more; and so the man is as it were transported beyond himself; cc d av-jc vvi po31 n1, r-crq, p-acp j, cc vvg n2 av vvz dt n2 av-dc; cc av dt n1 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp px31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 5
487 and speaks like one dropt from the Clouds: His tongue flows with Light, and Glories, and Communion, and Revelations, and Incomes; and then, believes that the Holy Ghost is the Author of all this, and that God is in him of a Truth, in a special way of Manifestation and Vouchsafement. But when melancholick vapours prevail again; and speaks like one dropped from the Clouds: His tongue flows with Light, and Glories, and Communion, and Revelations, and Incomes; and then, believes that the Holy Ghost is the Author of all this, and that God is in him of a Truth, in a special Way of Manifestation and Vouchsafement. But when melancholic vapours prevail again; cc vvz av-j crd vvn p-acp dt n2: po31 n1 vvz p-acp j, cc n2, cc n1, cc n2, cc n2; cc av, vvz cst dt j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d d, cc cst np1 vbz p-acp pno31 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. cc-acp c-crq j n2 vvi av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 5
488 the Imagination is overcast, and the Fancy possest by dismal and uncomfortable thoughts; the Imagination is overcast, and the Fancy possessed by dismal and uncomfortable thoughts; dt n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp j cc j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 5
489 and the man, whose head was but just before among the Clouds, is now grovelling in the Dust: He thinks all is lost, and his condition miserable; and the man, whose head was but just before among the Clouds, is now groveling in the Dust: He thinks all is lost, and his condition miserable; cc dt n1, rg-crq n1 vbds p-acp j c-acp p-acp dt n2, vbz av vvg p-acp dt n1: pns31 vvz d vbz vvn, cc po31 n1 j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 5
490 He is a cast-away, and undone; when in the mean while, as to Divine favour, he is just where he was before, He is a castaway, and undone; when in the mean while, as to Divine favour, he is just where he was before, pns31 vbz dt n1, cc vvn; c-crq p-acp dt j n1, c-acp p-acp j-jn n1, pns31 vbz j c-crq pns31 vbds a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 5
491 or rather in a better state, since 'tis better to be humbled with reason, than to be lifted up without it. Such effects as these do meer natural passions and imaginations produce, or rather in a better state, since it's better to be humbled with reason, than to be lifted up without it. Such effects as these do mere natural passion and Imaginations produce, cc av-c p-acp dt jc n1, c-acp pn31|vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cs pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pn31. d n2 c-acp d vdb j j n2 cc n2 vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 5
492 when they are tinctured and heightned by religious melancholy. To deny ones self, and to overcome ones passions, and to live in a course of a sober Vertue, is much more Divine than all this. when they Are tinctured and heightened by religious melancholy. To deny ones self, and to overcome ones passion, and to live in a course of a Sobrium Virtue, is much more Divine than all this. c-crq pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp j n-jn. p-acp vvb pi2 n1, cc p-acp vvb pi2 n2, cc p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbz d dc j-jn cs d d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 107 Image 5
493 'Tis true indeed, and I am far from denying it, that holy men feel those joys and communications of the Divine Spirit which are no fancies; and the Scripture calls them great peace, Psal. 119. 165. and joy in believing, Rom. 15. 13. and the peace of God that passeth all understanding, Phil. 4. 7. But then, these Divine Vouchsafements are not rapturous, or ecstatical: They are no sudden flashes that are gone in a moment, leaving the Soul in the regions of sorrow, and despair; It's true indeed, and I am Far from denying it, that holy men feel those Joys and communications of the Divine Spirit which Are no fancies; and the Scripture calls them great peace, Psalm 119. 165. and joy in believing, Rom. 15. 13. and the peace of God that passes all understanding, Philip 4. 7. But then, these Divine Vouchsafements Are not rapturous, or ecstatical: They Are no sudden flashes that Are gone in a moment, leaving the Soul in the regions of sorrow, and despair; pn31|vbz j av, cc pns11 vbm av-j p-acp vvg pn31, cst j n2 vvb d n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 r-crq vbr av-dx n2; cc dt n1 vvz pno32 j n1, np1 crd crd cc vvb p-acp vvg, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz d n1, np1 crd crd p-acp av, d j-jn n2 vbr xx j, cc j: pns32 vbr dx j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 5
494 but sober lasting comforts, that are the rewards and results of vertue; but Sobrium lasting comforts, that Are the rewards and results of virtue; cc-acp j j-vvg n2, cst vbr dt n2 cc vvz pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 5
495 the rejoycings of a good Conscience, 2 Cor. 1. 12. and the manifestations of God to those rare souls, who have overcome the evils of their natures, and the difficulties of the way, or are vigorously pressing on towards the mark, Phil. 3. 14. But for such as have only the forms of Godliness I have mentioned, the rejoicings of a good Conscience, 2 Cor. 1. 12. and the manifestations of God to those rare Souls, who have overcome the evils of their nature's, and the difficulties of the Way, or Are vigorously pressing on towards the mark, Philip 3. 14. But for such as have only the forms of Godliness I have mentioned, dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd cc dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d j n2, r-crq vhb vvn dt n2-jn pp-f po32 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vbr av-j vvg p-acp p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp d c-acp vhb av-j dt n2 pp-f n1 pns11 vhb vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 5
496 while the evil inclinations and habits are indulged, (whatever they may pretend) all the sweets they talk of, are but the imagery of dreams, and the pleasant delusions of their fancies. while the evil inclinations and habits Are indulged, (whatever they may pretend) all the sweets they talk of, Are but the imagery of dreams, and the pleasant delusions of their fancies. cs dt j-jn n2 cc n2 vbr vvn, (r-crq pns32 vmb vvi) d dt n2-j pns32 vvb pp-f, vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 108 Image 5
497 THus I have shewn how far the meer animal Religion may go, in imperfect striving: And now I must expect to hear, THus I have shown how Far the mere animal Religion may go, in imperfect striving: And now I must expect to hear, av pns11 vhb vvn c-crq av-j dt j n1 n1 vmb vvi, p-acp j vvg: cc av pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 109 Image 5
498 (1.) That this is very severe, uncomfortable Doctrine; (1.) That this is very severe, uncomfortable Doctrine; (crd) cst d vbz j j, j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 5
499 and if one that shall eventually be shut out, may do all this, what shall become of the generality of Religious men that never do so much? And if all this be short, what will be available? who then shall be saved? and if one that shall eventually be shut out, may do all this, what shall become of the generality of Religious men that never do so much? And if all this be short, what will be available? who then shall be saved? cc cs crd d vmb av-j vbi vvn av, vmb vdi d d, r-crq vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2 cst av vdb av d? cc cs d d vbb j, r-crq vmb vbi j? q-crq av vmb vbi vvn? (4) sermon (DIV1) 110 Image 5
500 To which I Answer, That we are not to make the measures of Religion and Happiness our selves; To which I Answer, That we Are not to make the measures of Religion and Happiness our selves; p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb, cst pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 5
501 but to take those that Christ Jesus hath made for us: but to take those that christ jesus hath made for us: cc-acp pc-acp vvi d cst np1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12: (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 5
502 And he hath told us, That except our Righteousness exceed the Righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, we shall in no wise enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, Mat. 5. 20. Now the Scribes and Pharisees did things in the way of Religion, that were equal to all the particulars I have mentioned; And he hath told us, That except our Righteousness exceed the Righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, we shall in no wise enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, Mathew 5. 20. Now the Scribes and Pharisees did things in the Way of Religion, that were equal to all the particulars I have mentioned; cc pns31 vhz vvn pno12, cst c-acp po12 n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc np2, pns12 vmb p-acp dx n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd av dt n2 cc np1 vdd n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbdr j-jn p-acp d dt n2-j pns11 vhb vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 5
503 yea they went beyond many of our glorious Professors, who yet think themselves in an high form of Godliness. They believed their Religion firmly, and Prayed frequently and servently, and Fasted severely; They were exact, and exceeding strict in the observation of their Sabbaths, and hated scandalous and gross sins; yea they went beyond many of our glorious Professors, who yet think themselves in an high from of Godliness. They believed their Religion firmly, and Prayed frequently and servently, and Fasted severely; They were exact, and exceeding strict in the observation of their Sabbaths, and hated scandalous and gross Sins; uh pns32 vvd p-acp d pp-f po12 j n2, r-crq av vvb px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. pns32 vvd po32 n1 av-j, cc vvd av-j cc av-j, cc vvd av-j; pns32 vbdr j, cc j-vvg j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc j-vvn j cc j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 5
504 and were very punctual in all the duties of outward Worship; and in many things supererogated and went beyond what was commanded: Such zealous people were They; and They separated from the conversations and customs of other Jews, upon the account of their supposed greater Holiness and Purity. These were heights to which the Pharisees arrived; and were very punctual in all the duties of outward Worship; and in many things supererogated and went beyond what was commanded: Such zealous people were They; and They separated from the conversations and customs of other jews, upon the account of their supposed greater Holiness and Purity. These were heights to which the Pharisees arrived; cc vbdr j j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f j n1; cc p-acp d n2 j cc vvd p-acp r-crq vbds vvn: d j n1 vbdr pns32; cc pns32 vvd p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn np2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j-vvn jc n1 cc n1. np1 vbdr n2 p-acp r-crq dt np1 vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 5
505 and a good Christian must exceed all this: And he that lives in a sober course of Piety and Vertue; of self Government, and humble submission to God; and a good Christian must exceed all this: And he that lives in a Sobrium course of Piety and Virtue; of self Government, and humble submission to God; cc dt j njp vmb vvi d d: cc pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; pp-f n1 n1, cc j n1 p-acp np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 5
506 of obedience to his Superiors, and charity to his Neighbours: He doth really exceed it, of Obedience to his Superiors, and charity to his Neighbours: He does really exceed it, pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2-jn, cc n1 p-acp po31 n2: pns31 vdz av-j vvi pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 5
507 and shall enter, when the other shall be shut out. So that, when our Saviour saith, that the Pharisaick Righteousness must be exceeded, the meaning is not, That a greater degree of every thing the Pharisees did, is necessary; but we must do that which in the nature and kind of it is better, and more acceptable to God, viz. That whereas they placed their Religion in strict Fastings, and nice observations of Festivals; in loud and earnest Prayers, and zeal to get Proselytes; we should place ours, in sincere subjection of our wills to the will of God; and shall enter, when the other shall be shut out. So that, when our Saviour Says, that the Pharisaic Righteousness must be exceeded, the meaning is not, That a greater degree of every thing the Pharisees did, is necessary; but we must do that which in the nature and kind of it is better, and more acceptable to God, viz. That whereas they placed their Religion in strict Fastings, and Nicaenae observations of Festivals; in loud and earnest Prayers, and zeal to get Proselytes; we should place ours, in sincere subjection of our wills to the will of God; cc vmb vvi, c-crq dt n-jn vmb vbi vvn av. av cst, c-crq po12 n1 vvz, cst dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn, dt n1 vbz xx, cst dt jc n1 pp-f d n1 dt np1 vdd, vbz j; p-acp pns12 vmb vdi cst r-crq p-acp dt n1 cc j pp-f pn31 vbz j, cc av-dc j p-acp np1, n1 cst cs pns32 vvd po32 n1 p-acp j n2-vvg, cc j n2 pp-f n2; p-acp j cc j n2, cc n1 pc-acp vvi n2; pns12 vmd vvi png12, p-acp j n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt vmb pp-f np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 5
508 in imitation of the life of Christ, and obedience of his Laws; in amending the faults of our natures and lives: in imitation of the life of christ, and Obedience of his Laws; in amending the Faults of our nature's and lives: p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n2; p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 5
509 in subduing our Passions, and casting out the habits of evil: These are much beyond the Religion of the Fanatick Pharisee; not in shew and pomp; but in real worth, in subduing our Passion, and casting out the habits of evil: These Are much beyond the Religion of the Fanatic Pharisee; not in show and pomp; but in real worth, p-acp j-vvg po12 n2, cc vvg av dt n2 pp-f j-jn: d vbr av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn np1; xx p-acp vvb cc n1; p-acp p-acp j j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 5
510 and divine esteem. So that, upon the whole, we have no reason to be discouraged, and divine esteem. So that, upon the Whole, we have no reason to be discouraged, cc j-jn n1. av cst, p-acp dt j-jn, pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 5
511 because They that do so much are cast out; since, though we find not those heats, and specious things in our selves which we observe in them, yet if we are more meek and modest, and patient, and charitable, and humble, and just, our case is better; and we have the Power of Godliness, when theirs is but the Form; And we, whom They accounted Aliens and Enemies, shall enter; while they, the presumed friends and domesticks, shall be shut out. Because They that do so much Are cast out; since, though we find not those heats, and specious things in our selves which we observe in them, yet if we Are more meek and modest, and patient, and charitable, and humble, and just, our case is better; and we have the Power of Godliness, when theirs is but the From; And we, whom They accounted Aliens and Enemies, shall enter; while they, the presumed Friends and domestics, shall be shut out. c-acp pns32 cst vdb av d vbr vvn av; a-acp, cs pns12 vvb xx d n2, cc j n2 p-acp po12 n2 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pno32, av cs pns12 vbr dc j cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j, po12 n1 vbz jc; cc pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq png32 vbz cc-acp dt n1; cc pns12, r-crq pns32 vvd n2-jn cc n2, vmb vvi; cs pns32, dt j-vvn n2 cc n2-jn, vmb vbi vvn av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 111 Image 5
512 But (2.) I expect it should be again objected against this severity of Discourse, That our Saviour saith, Mat. 11. 20. That his yoke is easie, and his burden is light: But (2.) I expect it should be again objected against this severity of Discourse, That our Saviour Says, Mathew 11. 20. That his yoke is easy, and his burden is Light: p-acp (crd) pns11 vvb pn31 vmd vbi av vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cst po12 n1 vvz, np1 crd crd d po31 n1 vbz j, cc po31 n1 vbz j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 112 Image 5
513 which place seems to cross all that hath been said about the Difficulties of Religion. which place seems to cross all that hath been said about the Difficulties of Religion. r-crq n1 vvz pc-acp vvi d cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 112 Image 5
514 And 'tis true it hath such an appearance, but 'tis no more; For the words look as cross to the expressions of the same Divine Author, concerning the straitness of the Gate, and narrowness of the Way, as to any thing I have delivered from those infallible sayings. Therefore to remove the semblance of contrariety, which the objected Text seems to have to those others, and to my Discourse, we may observe, And it's true it hath such an appearance, but it's no more; For the words look as cross to the expressions of the same Divine Author, Concerning the straitness of the Gate, and narrowness of the Way, as to any thing I have Delivered from those infallible sayings. Therefore to remove the semblance of contrariety, which the objected Text seems to have to those Others, and to my Discourse, we may observe, cc pn31|vbz j pn31 vhz d dt n1, p-acp pn31|vbz av-dx av-dc; p-acp dt n2 vvb p-acp j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt d j-jn n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, a-acp p-acp d n1 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d j n2-vvg. av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt vvd n1 vvz pc-acp vhi p-acp d n2-jn, cc p-acp po11 n1, pns12 vmb vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 112 Image 5
515 That when our Saviour saith, that his yoke is easie, the word we read is NONLATINALPHABET, which signifieth very good, excellent, gracious; That when our Saviour Says, that his yoke is easy, the word we read is, which signifies very good, excellent, gracious; cst c-crq po12 n1 vvz, cst po31 vvi vbz j, dt n1 pns12 vvb vbz, r-crq vvz av j, j, j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 5
516 and the meaning I suppose is, That his Precepts had a native beauty and goodness in them; and the meaning I suppose is, That his Precepts had a native beauty and Goodness in them; cc dt n1 pns11 vvb vbz, cst po31 n2 vhd dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 5
517 That they are congruous and sutable to our reasonable Natures, and apt instruments to make us happy; In which sense, this expression hath no antipathy to the Text, or to any thing I have said. That they Are congruous and suitable to our reasonable Nature's, and apt Instruments to make us happy; In which sense, this expression hath no antipathy to the Text, or to any thing I have said. cst pns32 vbr j cc j p-acp po12 j n2, cc j n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 j; p-acp r-crq n1, d n1 vhz dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vhb vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 5
518 And whereas 'tis added, [ My Burden is light ] I think by this we are to understand, That his Commands are not of that burdensome nature, that the Ceremonies of the Jewish Laws were: And whereas it's added, [ My Burden is Light ] I think by this we Are to understand, That his Commands Are not of that burdensome nature, that the Ceremonies of the Jewish Laws were: cc cs pn31|vbz vvn, [ po11 n1 vbz j ] pns11 vvb p-acp d pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, cst po31 vvz vbr xx pp-f d j n1, cst dt n2 pp-f dt jp n2 vbdr: (4) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 5
519 Those were very cumbersome, and had nothing in their nature to make them pleasant and agreeable; whereas his Religion had no expensive, troublesome Rites appendant to it; Those were very cumbersome, and had nothing in their nature to make them pleasant and agreeable; whereas his Religion had no expensive, troublesome Rites appendant to it; d vbdr av j, cc vhd pix p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 j cc j; cs po31 n1 vhd dx j, j n2 j-jn p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 5
520 nor did it require any thing but our observation of those Laws which eternal Reason obligeth us to, nor did it require any thing but our observation of those Laws which Eternal Reason obliges us to, ccx vdd pn31 vvi d n1 p-acp po12 n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq j vvb vvz pno12 p-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 5
521 and which of our selves we should choose to live under, were we freed from the intanglements of the World, and interests of Flesh. So that neither doth this Objection signifie any thing against the scope of my Discourse. and which of our selves we should choose to live under, were we freed from the entanglements of the World, and interests of Flesh. So that neither does this Objection signify any thing against the scope of my Discourse. cc r-crq pp-f po12 n2 pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp, vbdr pns12 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 pp-f n1. av cst av-dx vdz d n1 vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 113 Image 5
522 ANd now I come to Apply what I have said; ANd now I come to Apply what I have said; cc av pns11 vvb p-acp vvb r-crq pns11 vhb vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 5
523 and the things I have to add will be comprehended under these two Generals (1.) Inferences, and (2.) plain Advice in order to practice. and the things I have to add will be comprehended under these two Generals (1.) Inferences, and (2.) plain advice in order to practice. cc dt n2 pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi vmb vbi vvn p-acp d crd n2 (crd) n2, cc (crd) j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 5
524 I begin with the Inferences and Corollaries that arise from the whole Discourse. And, I begin with the Inferences and Corollaries that arise from the Whole Discourse. And, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2 cc n2 cst vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1. np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 114 Image 5
525 (1.) We may collect, What is the state of Nature, and What the state of Grace. (1.) We may collect, What is the state of Nature, and What the state of Grace. (crd) pns12 vmb vvi, q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 5
526 We have seen that 'tis the great business of Religion to overcome evil Inclinations, and the prevailing influence of sense and passion, and evil customs and example and worldly affections; And therefore the state of Nature consists in the power and prevalency of These. This is that the Scripture calls the Old man, Eph. 4. 22. The Image of the earthy, 1 Cor. 15. Flesh, Gal. 5. 17. Death, Rom. 7. 24. Darkness, Joh. 3. 19. and old leven, 1 Cor. 5. 7. On the contrary, The state of Grace is a state of sincere striving against them; We have seen that it's the great business of Religion to overcome evil Inclinations, and the prevailing influence of sense and passion, and evil customs and Exampl and worldly affections; And Therefore the state of Nature consists in the power and prevalency of These. This is that the Scripture calls the Old man, Ephesians 4. 22. The Image of the earthy, 1 Cor. 15. Flesh, Gal. 5. 17. Death, Rom. 7. 24. Darkness, John 3. 19. and old leven, 1 Cor. 5. 7. On the contrary, The state of Grace is a state of sincere striving against them; pns12 vhb vvn cst pns31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvn j-jn n2, cc dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc j-jn n2 cc n1 cc j n2; cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d. d vbz d dt n1 vvz dt j n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt j, vvn np1 crd n1, np1 crd crd n1, np1 crd crd n1, np1 crd crd cc j zz, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp dt n-jn, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j vvg p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 5
527 which if it keeps on, ends in Victory. And this is call'd Conversion, Acts 3. 19. and Renovation, while 'tis in its first motions; which if it keeps on, ends in Victory. And this is called Conversion, Acts 3. 19. and Renovation, while it's in its First motions; r-crq cs pn31 vvz a-acp, vvz p-acp n1. cc d vbz vvn n1, n2 crd crd cc n1, n1 pn31|vbz p-acp po31 ord n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 5
528 And the Divine Nature, 2 Pet. 1. 4. the Image of the Heavenly, 1 Cor. 15. 20. The Spirit, Gal. 5. 16. Light, Ephes. 5. 8. and Life, 1 Joh. 3. 14. when 'tis arriv'd to more compleatness and perfection. And the Divine Nature, 2 Pet. 1. 4. the Image of the Heavenly, 1 Cor. 15. 20. The Spirit, Gal. 5. 16. Light, Ephesians 5. 8. and Life, 1 John 3. 14. when it's arrived to more completeness and perfection. cc dt j-jn n1, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt j, vvn np1 crd crd dt n1, np1 crd crd n1, np1 crd crd cc n1, vvn np1 crd crd c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dc n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 115 Image 5
529 For our fuller understanding this, we may consider, That Grace is taken (1.) for Divine favour; (2.) for Christian Vertue. As it signifies Divine favour, so it is used, For our fuller understanding this, we may Consider, That Grace is taken (1.) for Divine favour; (2.) for Christian Virtue. As it signifies Divine favour, so it is used, p-acp po12 jc n1 d, pns12 vmb vvi, cst n1 vbz vvn (crd) p-acp j-jn n1; (crd) p-acp njp n1. p-acp pn31 vvz j-jn n1, av pn31 vbz vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 116 Image 5
530 (1.) For those helps and aids God affords us, viz. the Gospel, Joh. 1. 17. and the influences of his Spirit, 1 Cor. 12. 9. In this sense we are deliver'd from the state of Nature by Baptism, viz. We are intitled to divine helps, which is a kind of regeneration; for we are born in a condition of impotence, and weakness, and destitution of spiritual assistances; This is the world of meer nature; But then in Baptism, we are brought into the world of the Spirit, that is, are put under its influences, and are assured of its aids, and so are morally born again; Not that this Regeneration alone will save us, without our endeavours; (1.) For those helps and aids God affords us, viz. the Gospel, John 1. 17. and the influences of his Spirit, 1 Cor. 12. 9. In this sense we Are Delivered from the state of Nature by Baptism, viz. We Are entitled to divine helps, which is a kind of regeneration; for we Are born in a condition of impotence, and weakness, and destitution of spiritual assistances; This is the world of mere nature; But then in Baptism, we Are brought into the world of the Spirit, that is, Are put under its influences, and Are assured of its aids, and so Are morally born again; Not that this Regeneration alone will save us, without our endeavours; (crd) p-acp d vvz cc n2 np1 vvz pno12, n1 dt n1, np1 crd crd cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, n1 pns12 vbr vvd p-acp j-jn n2, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f j n2; d vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1; p-acp av p-acp n1, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, vbr vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc vbr vvn pp-f po31 n2, cc av vbr av-j vvn av; xx cst d n1 av-j vmb p-acp pno12, p-acp po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 5
531 it imports only an external relation, and right to priviledges, and by these we may be powerfully assisted in our striving, if we use them. it imports only an external Relation, and right to privileges, and by these we may be powerfully assisted in our striving, if we use them. pn31 vvz av-j dt j n1, cc n-jn p-acp n2, cc p-acp d pns12 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp po12 vvg, cs pns12 vvb pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 117 Image 5
532 But then (2.) Grace, as it signifies divine favour, implies his special love and kindness, such as he vouchsafes to holy and vertuous men; But then (2.) Grace, as it signifies divine favour, Implies his special love and kindness, such as he vouchsafes to holy and virtuous men; cc-acp av (crd) n1, c-acp pn31 vvz j-jn n1, vvz po31 j vvb cc n1, d c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp j cc j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 5
533 so that we may observe that there may be a distinction between a state of Grace, and a state of salvation. A state of Grace in the former sense, is a condition assisted by the influences of Gods Spirit, and all baptized persons are in that. But if they use not those helps, they are not in Gods special favour; so that we may observe that there may be a distinction between a state of Grace, and a state of salvation. A state of Grace in the former sense, is a condition assisted by the influences of God's Spirit, and all baptised Persons Are in that. But if they use not those helps, they Are not in God's special favour; av cst pns12 vmb vvi cst a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp dt j n1, vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cc d vvn n2 vbr p-acp d. cc-acp cs pns32 vvb xx d vvz, pns32 vbr xx p-acp npg1 j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 5
534 and so not in a state of Salvation. But when those assistances are duly imployed, and so not in a state of Salvation. But when those assistances Are duly employed, cc av xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. cc-acp c-crq d n2 vbr av-jn vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 5
535 and join'd with our sincere endeavour, then the person so using them, is in a state of Salvation also; and joined with our sincere endeavour, then the person so using them, is in a state of Salvation also; cc vvd p-acp po12 j n1, av dt n1 av vvg pno32, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 5
536 and in God's special love and favour. Thus of the state of Grace in the first sense, as taken for divine favour. and in God's special love and favour. Thus of the state of Grace in the First sense, as taken for divine favour. cc p-acp npg1 j n1 cc n1. av pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp dt ord n1, c-acp vvn p-acp j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 118 Image 5
537 (2.) The word is also used for Christian Vertue, 2 Pet. 3. 18. and Vertue is call'd Grace, because 'tis wrought in us by the assistance of Gods Spirit and the light of the Gospel, which are divine favours; (2.) The word is also used for Christian Virtue, 2 Pet. 3. 18. and Virtue is called Grace, Because it's wrought in us by the assistance of God's Spirit and the Light of the Gospel, which Are divine favours; (crd) dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp njp n1, crd np1 crd crd cc n1 vbz vvn n1, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc dt j pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr j-jn n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 119 Image 5
538 and to be in a state of grace in this sense, is to be a virtuous man, which supposeth divine aids, and intitles to divine love. and to be in a state of grace in this sense, is to be a virtuous man, which Supposeth divine aids, and entitles to divine love. cc pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb p-acp d n1, vbz pc-acp vbi dt j n1, r-crq vvz j-jn n2, cc vvz p-acp j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 119 Image 5
539 These things I have taken an occasion thus briefly to state; These things I have taken an occasion thus briefly to state; d n2 pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 av av-j p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 5
540 because there is oft-times much confusion in means discourses about Grace and Nature, from which much trouble and many controversies have arisen. Because there is ofttimes much confusion in means discourses about Grace and Nature, from which much trouble and many controversies have arisen. c-acp pc-acp vbz av d n1 p-acp n2 n2 p-acp vvb cc n1, p-acp r-crq d n1 cc d n2 vhb vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 5
541 And by what I have said also in these brief hints, the doctrine of our Church in the office of Baptism, may be understood clearly, And by what I have said also in these brief hints, the Doctrine of our Church in the office of Baptism, may be understood clearly, cc p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vvn av p-acp d j n2, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb vbi vvn av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 5
542 and will appear to be very sound and true, notwithstanding the petty exceptions of confident Dissenters. and will appear to be very found and true, notwithstanding the Petty exceptions of confident Dissenters. cc vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j j cc j, a-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 120 Image 5
543 (II.) I may infer, That the great Design of Religion and the Gospel is to perfect humane nature. (II) I may infer, That the great Design of Religion and the Gospel is to perfect humane nature. (crd) pns11 vmb vvi, cst dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 vbz p-acp j j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 5
544 The perfection of our natures, consists in the subjection and subordination of the affections and passions to the Mind, as it is enlightned, The perfection of our nature's, consists in the subjection and subordination of the affections and passion to the Mind, as it is enlightened, dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 5
545 and directed by the divine Laws, and those of Reason. This is the state of integrity, in which we were first made; and directed by the divine Laws, and those of Reason. This is the state of integrity, in which we were First made; cc vvn p-acp dt j-jn n2, cc d pp-f n1. d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbdr ord vvd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 5
546 and we lost it by the rebellion of our senses and inferiour powers, which have usurpt the government of us ever since. and we lost it by the rebellion of our Senses and inferior Powers, which have usurped the government of us ever since. cc pns12 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc j-jn n2, r-crq vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f pno12 av p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 5
547 Here is the imperfection and corruption of our natures. Now Religion designs to remove and cure these; and to restore us to our first, and happy state. Here is the imperfection and corruption of our nature's. Now Religion designs to remove and cure these; and to restore us to our First, and happy state. av vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2. av n1 n2 p-acp vvb cc vvi d; cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 ord, cc j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 121 Image 5
548 Its business is not to reform our looks, and our language; or to model our actions, and gestures into a devout appearance; Its business is not to reform our looks, and our language; or to model our actions, and gestures into a devout appearance; po31 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc po12 n1; cc p-acp n1 po12 n2, cc n2 p-acp dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 5
549 not only to restrain the practice of open prophaneness and villany; nor to comfort us with the assurance of Gods loving us we know not why: not only to restrain the practice of open profaneness and villainy; nor to Comfort us with the assurance of God's loving us we know not why: xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1; ccx pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg pno12 pns12 vvi xx c-crq: (4) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 5
550 But to cure our ill natures, to govern our passions, to moderate our desires, to throw out pride and envy, and all uncharitable surmisals, with the other spiritual sorts of wickedness; But to cure our ill nature's, to govern our passion, to moderate our Desires, to throw out pride and envy, and all uncharitable surmisals, with the other spiritual sorts of wickedness; cc-acp p-acp vvb po12 j-jn n2, p-acp vvb po12 n2, p-acp j po12 n2, pc-acp vvi av n1 cc n1, cc d j n2, p-acp dt j-jn j n2 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 5
551 and thereby to make us like unto God, in whom there is no shadow of sin, or imperfection; and so to render us fit objects of his delight, and love. and thereby to make us like unto God, in whom there is no shadow of since, or imperfection; and so to render us fit objects of his delight, and love. cc av pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1, cc n1; cc av pc-acp vvi pno12 j n2 pp-f po31 vvi, cc vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 122 Image 5
552 So that whatever doth not tend to the making us, some way or other really better: better in our selves, and better in all Relations, as fathers, and children, So that whatever does not tend to the making us, Some Way or other really better: better in our selves, and better in all Relations, as Father's, and children, av cst r-crq vdz xx vvi p-acp dt vvg pno12, d n1 cc j-jn av-j jc: j p-acp po12 n2, cc jc p-acp d n2, p-acp n2, cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 5
553 and husbands and wives, and subjects, and governours, and neighbours and friends, is not Religion; and Husbands and wives, and subject's, and Governors, and neighbours and Friends, is not Religion; cc n2 cc n2, cc n2-jn, cc n2, cc n2 cc n2, vbz xx n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 5
554 It may be a form of Godliness, but 'tis nothing to the life, and power. And where we see not this effect of Religion, let the professor of it be never so high and glorious in his profession, we may yet conclude that either his Religion is not good, or that he only pretends, and really hath it not. It may be a from of Godliness, but it's nothing to the life, and power. And where we see not this Effect of Religion, let the professor of it be never so high and glorious in his profession, we may yet conclude that either his Religion is not good, or that he only pretends, and really hath it not. pn31 vmb vbi dt p-acp pp-f n1, p-acp pn31|vbz pix p-acp dt n1, cc n1. cc c-crq pns12 vvb xx d n1 pp-f n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbb av-x av j cc j p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vmb av vvi cst d po31 n1 vbz xx j, cc cst pns31 av-j vvz, cc av-j vhz pn31 xx. (4) sermon (DIV1) 123 Image 5
555 This I take to be a consideration of great moment and great certainty, viz. That Christian Religion aims at the bettering and perfecting of our natures. This I take to be a consideration of great moment and great certainty, viz. That Christian Religion aims At the bettering and perfecting of our nature's. d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc j n1, n1 cst np1 n1 vvz p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 5
556 For the things it commands relate either to worship or virtue. The instances of external worship are prayer, and praise; both which are high acts of gratitude and justice, and they fit us for divine blessings, For the things it commands relate either to worship or virtue. The instances of external worship Are prayer, and praise; both which Are high acts of gratitude and Justice, and they fit us for divine blessings, p-acp dt n2 pn31 vvz vvb av-d p-acp vvb cc n1. dt n2 pp-f j n1 vbr n1, cc vvb; d r-crq vbr j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc pns32 vvb pno12 p-acp j-jn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 5
557 and keep us under a sense of God, and prepare us for union with him, which is the highest perfection of which the creature is capable. and keep us under a sense of God, and prepare us for Union with him, which is the highest perfection of which the creature is capable. cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz dt js n1 pp-f r-crq dt n1 vbz j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 5
558 Thus the outward acts of worship tend to our happiness; and the inward do infinitely the same. Thus the outward acts of worship tend to our happiness; and the inward do infinitely the same. av dt j n2 pp-f vvb vvi p-acp po12 n1; cc dt j vdb av-j dt d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 124 Image 5
559 These are, Faith, and Love, and Fear. Faith in God supports and relieves us in all afflictions, and distresses. These Are, Faith, and Love, and fear. Faith in God supports and relieves us in all afflictions, and Distresses. d vbr, n1, cc vvb, cc vvb. n1 p-acp np1 vvz cc vvz pno12 p-acp d n2, cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 5
560 The love of him is a pleasure and solace to us in all losses and disappointments, The love of him is a pleasure and solace to us in all losses and disappointments, dt vvb pp-f pno31 vbz dt n1 cc vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp d n2 cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 5
561 since he is an object most filling, and satisfying; and one that cannot be lost, except we wilfully thrust him from us. since he is an Object most filling, and satisfying; and one that cannot be lost, except we wilfully thrust him from us. c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 av-ds j-vvg, cc vvg; cc crd cst vmbx vbi vvn, c-acp pns12 av-j vvd pno31 p-acp pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 5
562 Fear of God hath no torment; 'Tis no slavish dread of his greatness and Power; but a reverence of his perfections, and a lothness to offend him; fear of God hath no torment; It's no slavish dread of his greatness and Power; but a Reverence of his perfections, and a loathness to offend him; vvb pp-f np1 vhz dx vvi; pn31|vbz dx j j pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 5
563 and this disposeth us also for the communications of his grace, and love, Psal. 85. 9. And this it doth by congruity, and its own nature; which is to be said likewise of the others. and this Disposeth us also for the communications of his grace, and love, Psalm 85. 9. And this it does by congruity, and its own nature; which is to be said likewise of the Others. cc d vvz pno12 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1, np1 crd crd cc d pn31 vdz p-acp n1, cc po31 d n1; r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f dt n2-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 5
564 So that they would make those happy that practise them, whether they had been positively enjoyn'd, or not; So that they would make those happy that practise them, whither they had been positively enjoined, or not; av cst pns32 vmd vvi d j cst vvb pno32, cs pns32 vhd vbn av-j vvn, cc xx; (4) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 5
565 And though no express rewards had been annext unto them. And though no express rewards had been annexed unto them. cc cs dx vvi n2 vhd vbn vvn p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 125 Image 5
566 There are other two acts of worship which Christianity requires, which are instituted and positive, and respect Christ our Lord; There Are other two acts of worship which Christianity requires, which Are instituted and positive, and respect christ our Lord; pc-acp vbr j-jn crd n2 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vvz, r-crq vbr vvn cc j, cc n1 np1 po12 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 5
567 They are, the Sacraments; Baptism, and the Lords Supper; both which are holy Rites of high signification; They Are, the Sacraments; Baptism, and the lords Supper; both which Are holy Rites of high signification; pns32 vbr, dt n2; n1, cc dt n2 n1; d r-crq vbr j n2 pp-f j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 5
568 and seals of an excellent Covenant between God and us, assuring us of pardon of sins, and Seals of an excellent Covenant between God and us, assuring us of pardon of Sins, cc vvz pp-f dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc pno12, vvg pno12 pp-f n1 pp-f n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 5
569 and all divine favours, upon the conditions of our Faith, and repentance; and more firmly obliging us to holy obedience, and dependance; The only way in which we can be happy. and all divine favours, upon the conditions of our Faith, and Repentance; and more firmly obliging us to holy Obedience, and dependence; The only Way in which we can be happy. cc d j-jn n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc n1; cc av-dc av-j vvg pno12 p-acp j n1, cc n1; dt av-j n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vbi j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 5
570 Whence we see briefly, that all the parts of worship which Christianity binds upon us, tend to our perfection and Felicity. Whence we see briefly, that all the parts of worship which Christianity binds upon us, tend to our perfection and Felicity. c-crq pns12 vvb av-j, cst d dt n2 pp-f vvb r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno12, vvb p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 126 Image 5
571 And all the vertues that it commands do the same; And all the Virtues that it commands doe the same; cc d dt n2 cst pn31 vvz n1 dt d; (4) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 5
572 both those that respect us in a personal capacity, and those others that relate to us as members of Societies. Thus humility, recommended Mat. 5. 3. Meekness blest, ver. 5. purity, ver. 8. are vertues that accomplish our particular persons, both those that respect us in a personal capacity, and those Others that relate to us as members of Societies. Thus humility, recommended Mathew 5. 3. Meekness blessed, ver. 5. purity, ver. 8. Are Virtues that accomplish our particular Persons, d d cst vvb pno12 p-acp dt j n1, cc d n2-jn cst vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp n2 pp-f n2. av n1, vvn np1 crd crd n1 vvn, fw-la. crd n1, fw-la. crd vbr n2 cst vvb po12 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 5
573 and make us happy in our selves. and make us happy in our selves. cc vvb pno12 j p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 5
574 For of Pride cometh Contention, Prov. 13. 10. And a great part of our troubles arise from stomach and self-will; which humility cures. For of Pride comes Contention, Curae 13. 10. And a great part of our Troubles arise from stomach and self-will; which humility cures. p-acp pp-f n1 vvz n1, np1 crd crd cc dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1; r-crq n1 vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 5
575 Meekness also takes away the occasion of the numerous mischiefs we run into through the rage and disorder of our passions; Meekness also Takes away the occasion of the numerous mischiefs we run into through the rage and disorder of our passion; n1 av vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pns12 vvb p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 5
576 and 'tis in it self a great beauty and ornament, since it ariseth from the due order, and government of our faculties. Purity which comprehends temperance of all sorts, frees us from the tormenting importunity of those desires that drag us out of our selves, and it's in it self a great beauty and ornament, since it arises from the due order, and government of our faculties. Purity which comprehends temperance of all sorts, frees us from the tormenting importunity of those Desires that drag us out of our selves, cc pn31|vbz p-acp pn31 n1 dt j n1 cc n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc n1 pp-f po12 n2. n1 r-crq vvz n1 pp-f d n2, vvz pno12 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d n2 cst vvb pno12 av pp-f po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 5
577 and expose us to sin, and folly, and temptation, and make us exceeding miserable; and expose us to since, and folly, and temptation, and make us exceeding miserable; cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc vvb pno12 av-vvg j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 5
578 besides which it is a perfection that renders us like unto God, and the blest Spirits of the highest rank. beside which it is a perfection that renders us like unto God, and the blessed Spirits of the highest rank. p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz pno12 av-j p-acp np1, cc dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt js n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 5
579 And Christian vertues do not only accomplish, and make us happy in our particular persons, but they do the same in our publique capacities; And Christian Virtues do not only accomplish, and make us happy in our particular Persons, but they do the same in our public capacities; np1 njp n2 vdb xx av-j vvi, cc vvb pno12 j p-acp po12 j n2, cc-acp pns32 vdb dt d p-acp po12 j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 5
580 They dispose us to a quiet obedience to our governours without murmuring, and complaining; and thereby the publique peace is secured; They dispose us to a quiet Obedience to our Governors without murmuring, and complaining; and thereby the public peace is secured; pns32 vvb pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp vvg, cc vvg; cc av dt j n1 vbz vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 5
581 and all good things else in that. and all good things Else in that. cc d j n2 av p-acp d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 127 Image 5
582 But there are other vertues that Christianity enjoyns, which have a more direct tendency to the happiness of others, But there Are other Virtues that Christianity enjoins, which have a more Direct tendency to the happiness of Others, p-acp pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 cst np1 vvz, r-crq vhb dt av-dc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 5
583 as Justice, Mat. 7. 12. Charity, 1 Cor. 13. Loyalty, Rom. 13. and all other publique vertues may, I think, be comprehended under these. Where there is no Justice, every man preys upon another, as justice, Mathew 7. 12. Charity, 1 Cor. 13. Loyalty, Rom. 13. and all other public Virtues may, I think, be comprehended under these. Where there is no justice, every man preys upon Another, c-acp n1, np1 crd crd n1, vvn np1 crd n1, np1 crd cc d j-jn j n2 vmb, pns11 vvb, vbb vvn p-acp d. c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1, d n1 vvz p-acp j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 5
584 and no mans property is safe. and no men property is safe. cc dx ng1 n1 vbz j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 5
585 Where Charity is wanting, Jealousies, hatreds, envying, back-bitings, and cruelties abound, which render the world deplorably unhappy. Where Charity is wanting, Jealousies, hatreds, envying, backbitings, and cruelties abound, which render the world deplorably unhappy. q-crq n1 vbz vvg, n2, n2, vvg, n2, cc n2 vvb, r-crq vvb dt n1 av-j j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 5
586 Where there is not Loyalty and conscionable submission to Governours, the publick is upon every occasion of commotion, involv'd in infinite miseries, and disasters. Where there is not Loyalty and conscionable submission to Governors, the public is upon every occasion of commotion, involved in infinite misery's, and disasters. c-crq pc-acp vbz xx n1 cc j n1 p-acp n2, dt j vbz p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp j n2, cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 5
587 So that all the precepts of our Religion are in their own nature proper instruments to make us happy; and they had been methods of Felicity to be chosen by all reasonable creatures, So that all the Precepts of our Religion Are in their own nature proper Instruments to make us happy; and they had been methods of Felicity to be chosen by all reasonable creatures, av cst d dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbr p-acp po32 d n1 j n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 j; cc pns32 vhd vbn n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 5
588 though they had never been required by so great, and so sacred an Authority. though they had never been required by so great, and so sacred an authority. cs pns32 vhd av-x vbn vvn p-acp av j, cc av j dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 128 Image 5
589 These things I have said, because I could not choose but take this occasion to recommend the excellency, and reasonableness of our Religion; These things I have said, Because I could not choose but take this occasion to recommend the excellency, and reasonableness of our Religion; d n2 pns11 vhb vvn, c-acp pns11 vmd xx vvi cc-acp vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po12 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 5
590 And I have done it but only in brief hints, because it ariseth but upon a Corollary from my main subject, And I have done it but only in brief hints, Because it arises but upon a Corollary from my main Subject, cc pns11 vhb vdn pn31 p-acp av-j p-acp j n2, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp po11 j n-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 5
591 and from this I infer further, (III.) That Christianity is the height, and perfection of morality. and from this I infer further, (III.) That Christianity is the height, and perfection of morality. cc p-acp d pns11 vvb av-jc, (np1.) cst np1 vbz dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 129 Image 5
592 They both tend to the real bettering, and accomplishment of humane nature: They both tend to the real bettering, and accomplishment of humane nature: pns32 d vvb p-acp dt j n-vvg, cc n1 pp-f j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 5
593 But the rules and measures of moral Philosophy were weak and imperfect till Christ Jesus came; But the rules and measures of moral Philosophy were weak and imperfect till christ jesus Come; cc-acp dt vvz cc n2 pp-f j n1 vbdr j cc j c-acp np1 np1 vvd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 5
594 He confirmed and enforced all those precepts of vertue, that were written upon our hearts; He confirmed and Enforced all those Precepts of virtue, that were written upon our hearts; pns31 vvd cc vvn d d n2 pp-f n1, cst vbdr vvn p-acp po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 5
595 and cleared them from many corruptions that were grown upon them, through ignorance and vice, the glosses of the Jews, and false conceits of the Gentiles; and he inforced them anew by his Authority and the knowledge he gave of divine aids, and greater rewards, and punishments, than were understood before; and cleared them from many corruptions that were grown upon them, through ignorance and vice, the Glosses of the jews, and false conceits of the Gentiles; and he enforced them anew by his authority and the knowledge he gave of divine aids, and greater rewards, and punishments, than were understood before; cc vvn pno32 p-acp d n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 cc n1, dt n2 pp-f dt np2, cc j n2 pp-f dt n2-j; cc pns31 vvd pno32 av p-acp po31 n1 cc dt n1 pns31 vvd pp-f j-jn n2, cc jc n2, cc n2, cs vbdr vvn a-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 5
596 yea he enlarged them in some instances; yea he enlarged them in Some instances; uh pns31 vvn pno32 p-acp d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 5
597 such as, loving enemies and forgiving injuries. Thus Christ Jesus taught morality, viz. the way of living like men; such as, loving enemies and forgiving injuries. Thus christ jesus taught morality, viz. the Way of living like men; d c-acp, vvg n2 cc j-vvg n2. av np1 np1 vvn n1, n1 dt n1 pp-f vvg av-j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 5
598 And the 5th Chapter of Matthew is an excellent Lecture of this kind. So that to disparage morality, is to disgrace Christianity it self; And the 5th Chapter of Matthew is an excellent Lecture of this kind. So that to disparage morality, is to disgrace Christianity it self; cc dt ord n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d j. av cst pc-acp vvi n1, vbz p-acp vvb np1 pn31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 130 Image 5
599 and to vilifie one of the ends of Christs coming into the world. and to vilify one of the ends of Christ coming into the world. cc pc-acp vvi crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f npg1 vvg p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 5
600 For all Religion and all duties respect either God, our neighbour, or our selves; and the duties that relate to these two last, are acknowledg'd moral vertues. The Apostle St. James counted these Moralities of visiting the Widow and Fatherless, to be the pure Religion and undefiled, Jam. 1. 17. and the Prophet Micah intimates, that those moral vertues of Justice and mercy were some of the main things that God required of us, Micah 6. 8. Our Saviour saith that the whole Law is summ'd up in these two, to love God with all our souls, For all Religion and all duties respect either God, our neighbour, or our selves; and the duties that relate to these two last, Are acknowledged moral Virtues. The Apostle Saint James counted these Moralities of visiting the Widow and Fatherless, to be the pure Religion and undefiled, Jam. 1. 17. and the Prophet micah intimates, that those moral Virtues of justice and mercy were Some of the main things that God required of us, micah 6. 8. Our Saviour Says that the Whole Law is summed up in these two, to love God with all our Souls, p-acp d n1 cc d n2 vvb d np1, po12 n1, cc po12 n2; cc dt n2 cst vvb p-acp d crd ord, vbr vvn j n2. dt n1 n1 np1 vvn d n2 pp-f vvg dt n1 cc j, pc-acp vbi dt j n1 cc j, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 np1 vvz, cst d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbdr d pp-f dt j n2 cst np1 vvd pp-f pno12, np1 crd crd po12 n1 vvz cst dt j-jn n1 vbz vvd a-acp p-acp d crd, p-acp vvb np1 p-acp d po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 5
601 and our neighbour as our selves, Matth. 22. 13. which latter contains the duties of morality. And that which the grace of God in the Gospel teacheth, according to St. Paul is, to live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world, Tit. 2. 11. There is no godliness without morality. All the fruits of the Spirit reckon'd up Gal. 5. 22. are moral vertues. And when we are commanded to grow in grace, 2 Pet. 3. 18. vertue is partly understood. and our neighbour as our selves, Matthew 22. 13. which latter contains the duties of morality. And that which the grace of God in the Gospel Teaches, according to Saint Paul is, to live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world, Tit. 2. 11. There is no godliness without morality. All the fruits of the Spirit reckoned up Gal. 5. 22. Are moral Virtues. And when we Are commanded to grow in grace, 2 Pet. 3. 18. virtue is partly understood. cc po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2, np1 crd crd r-crq d vvz dt n2 pp-f n1. cc cst r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, vvg p-acp n1 np1 vbz, p-acp vvb av-j, av-j, cc j p-acp d j n1, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1. d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn a-acp np1 crd crd vbr j n2. cc c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvb p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd n1 vbz av vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 5
602 For one branch of what is call'd Grace in us, is moral vertue, produced by divine aids, Christian principles, and incouragements; For one branch of what is called Grace in us, is moral virtue, produced by divine aids, Christian principles, and encouragements; p-acp crd n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn n1 p-acp pno12, vbz j n1, vvn p-acp j-jn n2, njp n2, cc n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 5
603 though 'tis true, the world is extended to those duties that relate immediately to God also. though it's true, the world is extended to those duties that relate immediately to God also. cs pn31|vbz j, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2 cst vvb av-j p-acp np1 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 131 Image 5
604 By which we see how ignorantly, and dangerously those people talk, that disparage morality as a dull, lame thing of no account, or reckoning. By which we see how ignorantly, and dangerously those people talk, that disparage morality as a dull, lame thing of no account, or reckoning. p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb c-crq av-j, cc av-j d n1 vvi, cst vvb n1 p-acp dt j, j n1 pp-f dx n1, cc vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 5
605 Upon this the Religion of the second Table is by too many neglected; Upon this the Religion of the second Table is by too many neglected; p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 vbz p-acp av av-d vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 5
606 and the whole mystery of the new Godliness is lay'd in frequent hearing, and devout seraphick talk, luscious fancies, new lights, incomes, manifestations, in-dwellings, sealings, and such like. and the Whole mystery of the new Godliness is laid in frequent hearing, and devout seraphic talk, luscious fancies, new lights, incomes, manifestations, in-dwellings, sealings, and such like. cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n-vvg, cc j j n1, j n2, j n2, n2, n2, n2, n2-vvg, cc d av-j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 5
607 Thus Antinomianism, and all kinds of Fanaticism have made their way by the disparagement of morality, and men have learnt to believe themselves the chosen, pretious people, Thus Antinomianism, and all Kinds of Fanaticism have made their Way by the disparagement of morality, and men have learned to believe themselves the chosen, precious people, av np1, cc d n2 pp-f n1 vhb vvd po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n2 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi px32 dt vvn, j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 5
608 while their hearts have been full of malice, and bitterness, and their hands of violence, while they despised dominions, and spake evil of dignities, rebell'd against the Government, destroyed publique peace, while their hearts have been full of malice, and bitterness, and their hands of violence, while they despised Dominions, and spoke evil of dignities, rebelled against the Government, destroyed public peace, cs po32 n2 vhb vbn j pp-f n1, cc n1, cc po32 n2 pp-f n1, cs pns32 vvn n2, cc vvd n-jn pp-f n2, vvd p-acp dt n1, vvn j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 5
609 and endeavoured to bring all into misery and confusions. 'Tis this diabolical project of dividing morality from Religion that hath given rise and occasion to all these villanies. And while the Practisers of such things have assumed the name of the only Godly, Godliness it self hath been brought into disgrace by them; and endeavoured to bring all into misery and confusions. It's this diabolical project of dividing morality from Religion that hath given rise and occasion to all these villainies. And while the Practisers of such things have assumed the name of the only Godly, Godliness it self hath been brought into disgrace by them; cc vvd pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1 cc n2. pn31|vbz d j n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp n1 cst vhz vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp d d n2. cc cs dt n2 pp-f d n2 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt av-j j, n1 pn31 n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp vvi p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 5
610 and Atheism incouraged to shew it self, in open defiance to Religion. Yea, through the indiscretions, and inconsiderateness of some preachers, the fantastry, and vain babble of others, and the general disposition of the people to admire what makes a great shew, and pretends to more than ordinary spirituality; things are, in many places, come to that pass, that those who teach Christian vertue and Religion, in plainness and simplicity without senseless phrases, and fantastick affectations, shall be reckon'd for dry moralists, and such as understand nothing of the life, and power of Godliness. Yea, those people have been so long used to gibberish and canting, that they cannot understand plain sense; and vertue is become such a stranger to their ears, that when they hear it spoken of in a Pulpit, they count the preacher a broacher of new divinity; and one that would teach the way to heaven by Philosophy: And he escapes well, and Atheism encouraged to show it self, in open defiance to Religion. Yea, through the indiscretions, and inconsiderateness of Some Preachers, the fantastry, and vain babble of Others, and the general disposition of the people to admire what makes a great show, and pretends to more than ordinary spirituality; things Are, in many places, come to that pass, that those who teach Christian virtue and Religion, in plainness and simplicity without senseless phrases, and fantastic affectations, shall be reckoned for dry moralists, and such as understand nothing of the life, and power of Godliness. Yea, those people have been so long used to gibberish and canting, that they cannot understand plain sense; and virtue is become such a stranger to their ears, that when they hear it spoken of in a Pulpit, they count the preacher a broacher of new divinity; and one that would teach the Way to heaven by Philosophy: And he escapes well, cc n1 vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 n1, p-acp j n1 p-acp n1. uh, p-acp dt n2, cc n1 pp-f d n2, dt n1, cc j n1 pp-f n2-jn, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvb r-crq vvz dt j vvi, cc vvz p-acp av-dc cs j n1; n2 vbr, p-acp d n2, vvb p-acp d n1, cst d r-crq vvb njp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2, cc j n2, vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2, cc d c-acp vvb pix pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. uh, d n1 vhb vbn av av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc vvg, cst pns32 vmbx vvi j n1; cc n1 vbz vvn d dt jc p-acp po32 n2, cst c-crq pns32 vvb pn31 vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb dt n1 dt n1 pp-f j n1; cc pi cst vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1: cc pns31 vvz av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 5
611 if they do not say, That he is an Atheist, or that he would reconcile us to Gentilism, and Heathen Worship. The danger and vanity of which ignorant humour, the contempt of morality, is apparent in the whole scope of my Discourse, if they do not say, That he is an Atheist, or that he would reconcile us to Gentilism, and Heathen Worship. The danger and vanity of which ignorant humour, the contempt of morality, is apparent in the Whole scope of my Discourse, cs pns32 vdb xx vvi, cst pns31 vbz dt n1, cc cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp np1, cc j-jn n1. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz j p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po11 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 5
612 and therefore I add no more concerning it here; but proceed to another Inference, which is, and Therefore I add no more Concerning it Here; but proceed to Another Inference, which is, cc av pns11 vvb av-dx av-dc vvg pn31 av; cc-acp vvb p-acp j-jn n1, r-crq vbz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 132 Image 5
613 (IV.) That Grace and the new nature, make their way by degrees on the Soul; (IV.) That Grace and the new nature, make their Way by Degrees on the Soul; (np1) cst n1 cc dt j n1, vvb po32 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 5
614 for the difficulties will not be removed nor the corrupt nature subdued all at once. for the difficulties will not be removed nor the corrupt nature subdued all At once. p-acp dt n2 vmb xx vbi vvn ccx dt j n1 vvn d p-acp a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 5
615 Habits that grow by repeated acts, time, and continuance, will not be expelled in a moment. No man can become greatly evil or good, on a sudden. The Path of the just shines more and more to a perfect day, Prov. 4. 18. We do not jump from darkness into full light. We are not fully sanctified and converted in an instant. Habits that grow by repeated acts, time, and Continuance, will not be expelled in a moment. No man can become greatly evil or good, on a sudden. The Path of the just shines more and more to a perfect day, Curae 4. 18. We do not jump from darkness into full Light. We Are not Fully sanctified and converted in an instant. n2 cst vvb p-acp vvn n2, n1, cc n1, vmb xx vbi vvd p-acp dt n1. dx n1 vmb vvi av-j j-jn cc j, p-acp dt j. dt n1 pp-f dt j vvz dc cc av-dc p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp j n1. pns12 vbr xx av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 5
616 The day begins in an insensible dawn, and the Kingdom of heaven is like a grain of Mustard seed, Mat. 13. 31. It doth not start up presently to the stature of a tree. The Divine birth begins like the Natural, in an imperfect embryo. The day begins in an insensible dawn, and the Kingdom of heaven is like a grain of Mustard seed, Mathew 13. 31. It does not start up presently to the stature of a tree. The Divine birth begins like the Natural, in an imperfect embryo. dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j a-acp, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vdz xx vvi a-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. dt j-jn n1 vvz av-j dt j, p-acp dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 133 Image 5
617 There are some seeds of Knowledge and Goodness that God hath sown in our natures; There Are Some seeds of Knowledge and goodness that God hath sown in our nature's; pc-acp vbr d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 134 Image 5
618 these are excited by the Divine Grace and Spirit to convictions, which proceed to purposes; these to resolutions, and thence we pass to abstinence from all gross sins, and the performance of outward Duties; and so at last by degrees, to vigorous attempts, for the destruction of evil habits and inclinations. When Grace is arrived to this eminent growth, 'tis very visible, these Are excited by the Divine Grace and Spirit to convictions, which proceed to Purposes; these to resolutions, and thence we pass to abstinence from all gross Sins, and the performance of outward Duties; and so At last by Degrees, to vigorous attempts, for the destruction of evil habits and inclinations. When Grace is arrived to this eminent growth, it's very visible, d vbr vvd p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vvb p-acp n2; d p-acp n2, cc av pns12 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp d j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f j n2; cc av p-acp ord p-acp n2, p-acp j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2 cc n2. c-crq vvb vbz vvn p-acp d j n1, pn31|vbz av j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 134 Image 5
619 as the Plant is when 'tis above the ground: But the beginnings of Conversion are not ordinarily perceived. as the Plant is when it's above the ground: But the beginnings of Conversion Are not ordinarily perceived. c-acp dt n1 vbz c-crq pns31|vbz p-acp dt n1: cc-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr xx av-j vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 134 Image 5
620 So that to catechize men about the punctual time, and circumstances of their Conversion, is an idle device, So that to catechise men about the punctual time, and Circumstances of their Conversion, is an idle device, av cst pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j n1, cc n2 pp-f po32 n1, vbz dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 5
621 and a great temptation to vanity and lying. Who can tell the exact moment when the night ends, and the dawn enters? 'Tis true indeed, the passage from the excesses of Wickedness, which begins in some extraordinary horrors and convictions, is sometimes very notable; and a great temptation to vanity and lying. Who can tell the exact moment when the night ends, and the dawn enters? It's true indeed, the passage from the Excesses of Wickedness, which begins in Some extraordinary horrors and convictions, is sometime very notable; cc dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc vvg. q-crq vmb vvi dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 n2, cc dt n1 vvz? pn31|vbz j av, dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz p-acp d j n2 cc n2, vbz av av j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 5
622 but 'tis not so in all, or most. The time of St. Paul's conversion was eminent, but it's not so in all, or most. The time of Saint Paul's conversion was eminent, cc-acp pn31|vbz xx av p-acp d, cc av-ds. dt n1 pp-f n1 npg1 n1 vbds j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 5
623 but that change was from great contrarieties and miraculous, and therefore 'tis not to be drawn into instance. but that change was from great contrarieties and miraculous, and Therefore it's not to be drawn into instance. cc-acp cst n1 vbds p-acp j n2 cc j, cc av pn31|vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 5
624 Both the beginnings and minute progressions of Grace, are usually undiscerned: We cannot see the Grass just putting out of the earth, or actually growing; Both the beginnings and minute progressions of Grace, Are usually undiscerned: We cannot see the Grass just putting out of the earth, or actually growing; av-d dt n2 cc n1 n2 pp-f n1, vbr av-j j: pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 av vvg av pp-f dt n1, cc av-j vvg; (4) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 5
625 but yet we find that it doth both. but yet we find that it does both. cc-acp av pns12 vvb cst pn31 vdz d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 5
626 And Grace is better known in its fruits, than in its rise. By their Fruits ye shall know them, saith our Saviour, Mat. 12. 33. and the same way we may know our selves. And Grace is better known in its fruits, than in its rise. By their Fruits you shall know them, Says our Saviour, Mathew 12. 33. and the same Way we may know our selves. cc vvb vbz av-jc vvn p-acp po31 n2, cs p-acp po31 vvi. p-acp po32 n2 pn22 vmb vvi pno32, vvz po12 n1, np1 crd crd cc dt d n1 pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 135 Image 5
627 (V.) We see that there is an Animal, as well as a Divine Religion: (V.) We see that there is an Animal, as well as a Divine Religion: (np1) pns12 vvb cst pc-acp vbz dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt j-jn n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 136 Image 5
628 A Religion that is but the effect and modification of complexion, natural fear and self-love. How far these will go, we have seen, A Religion that is but the Effect and modification of complexion, natural Fear and Self-love. How Far these will go, we have seen, dt n1 cst vbz p-acp dt vvb cc n1 pp-f n1, j n1 cc n1. c-crq av-j d vmb vvi, pns12 vhb vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 136 Image 5
629 and how short it will prove in the end. The not noting this hath been the sad occasion of deceiving many. and how short it will prove in the end. The not noting this hath been the sad occasion of deceiving many. cc c-crq j pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. dt xx vvg d vhz vbn dt j n1 pp-f vvg d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 136 Image 5
630 Some observing great heats of zeal and devotion in the modern Pharisees, take these to be the Saints and good people; believing all the glorious things which they assume to themselves: some observing great heats of zeal and devotion in the modern Pharisees, take these to be the Saints and good people; believing all the glorious things which they assume to themselves: d vvg j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j np2, vvb d pc-acp vbi dt n2 cc j n1; vvg d dt j n2 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp px32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 136 Image 5
631 When others, that know them to be envious and malitious, unjust and covetous, proud and ungovernable, and cannot therefore look on them as such choice holy people, are apt to affirm all to be hypocrisie and feigning. In which sentences, both are mistaken for want of knowing that there is a meer Animal Religion, that will produce very specious and glorious effects: When Others, that know them to be envious and malicious, unjust and covetous, proud and ungovernable, and cannot Therefore look on them as such choice holy people, Are apt to affirm all to be hypocrisy and feigning. In which sentences, both Are mistaken for want of knowing that there is a mere Animal Religion, that will produce very specious and glorious effects: q-crq n2-jn, cst vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi j cc j, j cc j, j cc j-u, cc vmbx av vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1 j n1, vbr j pc-acp vvi d pc-acp vbi n1 cc vvg. p-acp r-crq n2, d vbr vvn p-acp n1 pp-f vvg cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 n1, cst vmb vvi j j cc j n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 136 Image 5
632 So that though the Pharisee Prays vehemently, and Fasts severely, and talks much of the love of God, So that though the Pharisee Prays vehemently, and Fasts severely, and talks much of the love of God, av cst cs dt np1 vvz av-j, cc n2 av-j, cc vvz d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 136 Image 5
633 and delights greatly in hearing, and pious Discourse, and will suffer all things for what he calls his Conscience; and delights greatly in hearing, and pious Discourse, and will suffer all things for what he calls his Conscience; cc n2 av-j p-acp vvg, cc j n1, cc vmb vvi d n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 136 Image 5
634 yet he is not to be concluded a Saint from hence, because the meer Animal Religion may put it self forth in all these expressions. yet he is not to be concluded a Saint from hence, Because the mere Animal Religion may put it self forth in all these expressions. av pns31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp av, p-acp dt j n1 n1 vmb vvi pn31 n1 av p-acp d d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 136 Image 5
635 And though this Professor be a bad man, proud and covetous, malicious and censorious, Sacrilegious and Rebellious, yet we cannot thence be assured that he is an Hypocrite, in one sense, viz. such an one as feigns all that he pretends: And though this Professor be a bad man, proud and covetous, malicious and censorious, Sacrilegious and Rebellious, yet we cannot thence be assured that he is an Hypocrite, in one sense, viz. such an one as feigns all that he pretends: cc cs d n1 vbi dt j n1, j cc j, j cc j, j cc j, av pns12 vmbx av vbi vvn cst pns31 vbz dt n1, p-acp crd n1, n1 d dt pi p-acp vvz d cst pns31 vvz: (4) sermon (DIV1) 137 Image 5
636 But we may believe that he is really so affected with Hearing and Praying, and devout Company, as he makes shew, But we may believe that he is really so affected with Hearing and Praying, and devout Company, as he makes show, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz av-j av vvn p-acp vvg cc vvg, cc j n1, c-acp pns31 vvz n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 137 Image 5
637 and yet for all this, not alter our opinion of his being an evil man: since the Animal Religion will go as far as the things in which he glories. and yet for all this, not altar our opinion of his being an evil man: since the Animal Religion will go as Far as the things in which he Glories. cc av p-acp d d, xx vvi po12 n1 pp-f po31 vbg dt j-jn n1: p-acp dt n1 n1 vmb vvi c-acp av-j c-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 137 Image 5
638 There is nothing whereby the common people are drawn more easily into the ways of Sects and Separations, than by the observation of the zeal and devotion of those of the factions: These they take to be Religion, and the great matters of Godliness, and those the religious and only godly people. There is nothing whereby the Common people Are drawn more Easily into the ways of Sects and Separations, than by the observation of the zeal and devotion of those of the factions: These they take to be Religion, and the great matters of Godliness, and those the religious and only godly people. pc-acp vbz pix c-crq dt j n1 vbr vvn av-dc av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d pp-f dt n2: d pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc d dt j cc av-j j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 138 Image 5
639 And so first they conceive a great opinion of them, and then follow them whithersoever they lead. And so First they conceive a great opinion of them, and then follow them whithersoever they led. cc av ord pns32 vvi dt j n1 pp-f pno32, cc av vvb pno32 av pns32 vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 138 Image 5
640 For the generality of men are tempted into Schism and Parties, not so much by the arguments of dissenters, as by the opinion of their Godliness, which opinion is grounded upon things which may arise from the meer Animal Religion, and very commonly do so. For the generality of men Are tempted into Schism and Parties, not so much by the Arguments of dissenters, as by the opinion of their Godliness, which opinion is grounded upon things which may arise from the mere Animal Religion, and very commonly do so. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n2, xx av av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp n2 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 n1, cc av av-j vdi av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 138 Image 5
641 This they understand not, and by this ignorance are betrayed into the snare of Separation, to the disturbance of the Peace of the Church, and their own great hurt and inconvenience. Whereas could they be made to know and consider, that complexion and natural passions may bring forth all these fruits, they might be secured by this means against the tempting imposture; This they understand not, and by this ignorance Are betrayed into the snare of Separation, to the disturbance of the Peace of the Church, and their own great hurt and inconvenience. Whereas could they be made to know and Consider, that complexion and natural passion may bring forth all these fruits, they might be secured by this means against the tempting imposture; d pns32 vvb xx, cc p-acp d n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc po32 d j n1 cc n1. cs vmb pns32 vbi vvn p-acp vvb cc vvi, cst n1 cc j n2 vmb vvi av d d n2, pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp dt vvg n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 138 Image 5
642 and learn, that Meekness and Patience, Affability and Charity, Justice, and a Peaceable, humble temper, are better arguments of Saintship than all these. Thus a great mischief might be prevented; and Learn, that Meekness and Patience, Affability and Charity, justice, and a Peaceable, humble temper, Are better Arguments of Saintship than all these. Thus a great mischief might be prevented; cc vvb, cst n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1, cc dt j, j n1, vbr jc n2 pp-f n1 cs d d. av dt j n1 vmd vbi vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 138 Image 5
643 and there is another that might be remedied by the same Observation: The inconvenience is this, and there is Another that might be remedied by the same Observation: The inconvenience is this, cc pc-acp vbz j-jn cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt d n1: dt n1 vbz d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 138 Image 5
644 While the enemies of Factions object Hypocrisie to them, affirming that all they do and say, is meer personating and pretence; they confirm and settle those people in their way; While the enemies of Factions Object Hypocrisy to them, affirming that all they do and say, is mere personating and pretence; they confirm and settle those people in their Way; cs dt n2 pp-f n2 n1 n1 p-acp pno32, vvg cst d pns32 vdb cc vvb, vbz j n-vvg cc n1; pns32 vvb cc vvi d n1 p-acp po32 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 139 Image 5
645 for many of them know, that they are in earnest, and consequently, that their opposers are mistaken in their judgements concerning them; for many of them know, that they Are in earnest, and consequently, that their opposers Are mistaken in their Judgments Concerning them; p-acp d pp-f pno32 vvi, cst pns32 vbr p-acp j, cc av-j, cst po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2 vvg pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 139 Image 5
646 by which they are better establisht in their own good opinion, and hardned against conviction; by which they Are better established in their own good opinion, and hardened against conviction; p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av-jc vvn p-acp po32 d j n1, cc vvn p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 139 Image 5
647 whereas, did they consider such things as I have suggested, about the Animal Religion, and grant to them that they may be serious, believe themselves infinitely, whereas, did they Consider such things as I have suggested, about the Animal Religion, and grant to them that they may be serious, believe themselves infinitely, cs, vdd pns32 vvi d n2 c-acp pns11 vhb vvn, p-acp dt n1 n1, cc vvb p-acp pno32 cst pns32 vmb vbi j, vvb px32 av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 139 Image 5
648 and feel all those Warmths which they pretend, and yet be evil men, and far enough from being Godly; Did they shew them, that all their zeal and Devotion, and more and greater than theirs, may arise from a principle that hath nothing Divine and supernatural in it: and feel all those Warmths which they pretend, and yet be evil men, and Far enough from being Godly; Did they show them, that all their zeal and Devotion, and more and greater than theirs, may arise from a principle that hath nothing Divine and supernatural in it: cc vvb d d n2 r-crq pns32 vvb, cc av vbi j-jn n2, cc av-j av-d p-acp vbg j; vdd pns32 vvi pno32, cst d po32 n1 cc n1, cc av-dc cc jc cs png32, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cst vhz pix j-jn cc j p-acp pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 139 Image 5
649 They would thereby strike them in the right vein, and bring them down from the high perch, whereon, by their false marks, they had placed themselves; They would thereby strike them in the right vein, and bring them down from the high perch, whereon, by their false marks, they had placed themselves; pns32 vmd av vvi pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt j n1, c-crq, p-acp po32 j n2, pns32 vhd vvn px32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 139 Image 5
650 and thereby disabuse them, and prevent the abuse of others. and thereby disabuse them, and prevent the abuse of Others. cc av n1 pno32, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n2-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 139 Image 5
651 ( VI. ) We see how we may know our state, whether it be that of Grace and Life; (VI.) We see how we may know our state, whither it be that of Grace and Life; (crd.) pns12 vvb c-crq pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1, cs pn31 vbb d pp-f n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 5
652 or the other sad one of Unregeneracy and Death. or the other sad one of Unregeneracy and Death. cc dt n-jn j pi pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 5
653 The state of Grace is a motion towards the recovery of the Divine Image, and a victory over our selves, The state of Grace is a motion towards the recovery of the Divine Image, and a victory over our selves, dt n1 pp-f vvb vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 5
654 and all corrupt inclinations and affections. and all corrupt inclinations and affections. cc d j n2 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 5
655 The state of Unregeneracy and Death, is the continuance under the power and prevalency of sense, passion, and evil habits. The state of Unregeneracy and Death, is the Continuance under the power and prevalency of sense, passion, and evil habits. dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc j-jn n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 5
656 Now when 'tis question'd by our selves in which of these states we are; it must be supposed that we are arrived at something of Religion: For the grosly wicked cannot but know what their condition is. Now when it's questioned by our selves in which of these states we Are; it must be supposed that we Are arrived At something of Religion: For the grossly wicked cannot but know what their condition is. av c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp r-crq pp-f d n2 pns12 vbr; pn31 vmb vbi vvn cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pi pp-f n1: c-acp dt av-j j vmbx cc-acp vvi q-crq po32 n1 vbz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 5
657 And the way I would propose to those others, who are yet uncertain, is this, viz. To take notice, And the Way I would propose to those Others, who Are yet uncertain, is this, viz. To take notice, cc dt n1 pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d n2-jn, r-crq vbr av j, vbz d, n1 pc-acp vvi n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 140 Image 5
658 Whether they really design, and make any progress in Goodness. Whither they really Design, and make any progress in goodness. cs pns32 av-j vvb, cc vvi d n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 5
659 Every motion indeed cannot be felt or perceived; but if we go on, though never so insensibly, time will shew that we are grown. Every motion indeed cannot be felt or perceived; but if we go on, though never so insensibly, time will show that we Are grown. np1 n1 av vmbx vbi vvn cc vvd; p-acp cs pns12 vvb a-acp, cs av-x av av-j, n1 vmb vvi cst pns12 vbr vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 5
660 If we consider what are our particular defects, and studiously apply proper instruments to remove them: If we Consider what Are our particular defects, and studiously apply proper Instruments to remove them: cs pns12 vvb r-crq vbr po12 j n2, cc av-j vvi j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 5
661 if we find success in those indeavours, and that we are better this year than we were the former; if we find success in those endeavours, and that we Are better this year than we were the former; cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp d n2, cc cst pns12 vbr jc d n1 cs pns12 vbdr dt j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 5
662 That our Passions are better governed, and our inordinate affections more restrained, and our evil habits and inclinations less powerful with us, 'tis an infallible sign, that we live and are in a state of Grace; that we shall at last arrive to a perfect man in Christ Jesus, Eph. 4. 13. and shall attain if we faint not, 2 Cor. 4. 1. Whereas on the other hand, That our Passion Are better governed, and our inordinate affections more restrained, and our evil habits and inclinations less powerful with us, it's an infallible Signen, that we live and Are in a state of Grace; that we shall At last arrive to a perfect man in christ jesus, Ephesians 4. 13. and shall attain if we faint not, 2 Cor. 4. 1. Whereas on the other hand, d po12 n2 vbr jc vvn, cc po12 j n2 dc vvn, cc po12 j-jn n2 cc n2 av-dc j p-acp pno12, pn31|vbz dt j n1, cst pns12 vvb cc vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cst pns12 vmb p-acp ord vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1 np1, np1 crd crd cc vmb vvi cs pns12 vvb xx, crd np1 crd crd cs p-acp dt j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 5
663 if we come to some hopeful pitch, and stand still there; if we come to Some hopeful pitch, and stand still there; cs pns12 vvb p-acp d j vvb, cc vvb av a-acp; (4) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 5
664 if sin and temptation be as powerful with us now, as they were a year ago, if sin and temptation be as powerful with us now, as they were a year ago, cs vvb cc n1 vbb p-acp j p-acp pno12 av, p-acp pns32 vbdr dt n1 av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 5
665 and our inclinations and passions just at the same pass; and our inclinations and passion just At the same pass; cc po12 n2 cc n2 j p-acp dt d vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 5
666 we are in a bad state, and dead. While the Plant grows, it lives, and may become a great tree, though at present it be but small: whereas that whose stature is bigger, and more promising, if it proceeds not, decays and comes to nothing. we Are in a bad state, and dead. While the Plant grows, it lives, and may become a great tree, though At present it be but small: whereas that whose stature is bigger, and more promising, if it proceeds not, decays and comes to nothing. pns12 vbr p-acp dt j n1, cc j. cs dt n1 vvz, pn31 n2, cc vmb vvi dt j n1, c-acp p-acp vvi pn31 vbi cc-acp j: cs cst rg-crq n1 vbz jc, cc av-dc vvg, cs pn31 vvz xx, vvz cc vvz p-acp pix. (4) sermon (DIV1) 141 Image 5
667 Though we are imperfect, if we are striving and going towards perfection; God overlooks our Infirmities, and pardons them for Christ's sake. Though we Are imperfect, if we Are striving and going towards perfection; God overlooks our Infirmities, and Pardons them for Christ's sake. cs pns12 vbr j, cs pns12 vbr vvg cc vvg p-acp n1; np1 vvz po12 n1, cc n2 pno32 p-acp npg1 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 5
668 This is our sincerity, and an effect of true Faith. But if on the other hand, we think our selves well, and do not always attempt forwards, our state is bad, and our sins will be imputed: Be our pretences what they will, our Faith is not sincere, and will not stead us. This is our sincerity, and an Effect of true Faith. But if on the other hand, we think our selves well, and do not always attempt forward, our state is bad, and our Sins will be imputed: Be our pretences what they will, our Faith is not sincere, and will not stead us. d vbz po12 n1, cc dt vvb pp-f j n1. cc-acp cs p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns12 vvb po12 n2 av, cc vdb xx av vvi av-j, po12 n1 vbz j, cc po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn: vbb po12 n2 r-crq pns32 vmb, po12 n1 vbz xx j, cc vmb xx vvi pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 142 Image 5
669 When we get to a certain pitch in Religion, and make that our state, 'tis an argument that our Religion was meerly Animal; and but a mode of complexion, self-love, and natural fear. When we overcome some sins, When we get to a certain pitch in Religion, and make that our state, it's an argument that our Religion was merely Animal; and but a mode of complexion, Self-love, and natural Fear. When we overcome Some Sins, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt j vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi cst po12 n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 cst po12 n1 vbds av-j n1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc j n1. c-crq pns12 vvn d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 5
670 and are willing to spare and cherish others, 'tis a sign that we are not sincere in our attempts upon any, and that what we have done, was not performed upon good and divine motives. and Are willing to spare and cherish Others, it's a Signen that we Are not sincere in our attempts upon any, and that what we have done, was not performed upon good and divine motives. cc vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2-jn, pn31|vbz dt n1 cst pns12 vbr xx j p-acp po12 n2 p-acp d, cc cst r-crq pns12 vhb vdn, vbds xx vvn p-acp j cc j-jn n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 143 Image 5
671 Sincerity is discovered by growth, and this is the surest mark that I know of Tryal. So that we have no reason to presume, though, Sincerity is discovered by growth, and this is the Surest mark that I know of Trial. So that we have no reason to presume, though, n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc d vbz dt js vvb cst pns11 vvb pp-f n1. av cst pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp vvb, a-acp, (4) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 5
672 as we think, we have gone a great way, if we go not on. Nor on the other side, have we any to despair, though our present attainments are but small, if we are proceeding. The buds and tenderest blossoms of Divine Grace, are acceptable to God; as we think, we have gone a great Way, if we go not on. Nor on the other side, have we any to despair, though our present attainments Are but small, if we Are proceeding. The buds and Tenderest blossoms of Divine Grace, Are acceptable to God; c-acp pns12 vvb, pns12 vhb vvn dt j n1, cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp. ccx p-acp dt j-jn n1, vhb pns12 d p-acp vvb, cs po12 j n2 vbr p-acp j, cs pns12 vbr vvg. dt n2 cc vv2 n2 pp-f j-jn vvi, vbr j p-acp np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 5
673 when the fairest leaves of the meer Animal Religion are nothing in his esteem. when the Fairest leaves of the mere Animal Religion Are nothing in his esteem. c-crq dt js n2 pp-f dt j n1 n1 vbr pix p-acp po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 144 Image 5
674 This is a great advantage we have from the Gospel, that imperfection will be accepted, where there is sincerity; whereas according to the measures of exact and regorous Justice, no man could be made happy in the high degree of glory, This is a great advantage we have from the Gospel, that imperfection will be accepted, where there is sincerity; whereas according to the measures of exact and regorous justice, no man could be made happy in the high degree of glory, d vbz dt j n1 pns12 vhb p-acp dt n1, cst n1 vmb vbi vvn, c-crq pc-acp vbz n1; cs vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f j cc j n1, dx n1 vmd vbi vvn j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 145 Image 5
675 but he that was perfect, and whose victories were absolute. but he that was perfect, and whose victories were absolute. cc-acp pns31 cst vbds j, cc rg-crq n2 vbdr j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 145 Image 5
676 (VII.) It may be collected from our Discourse, Wherein the Power of Godliness consists, viz. In a progress towards perfection, (VII.) It may be collected from our Discourse, Wherein the Power of Godliness consists, viz. In a progress towards perfection, (np1.) pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 5
677 and an intire victory over all the evils of our Natures. and an entire victory over all the evils of our Nature's. cc dt j n1 p-acp d dt n2-jn pp-f po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 5
678 The Forms of Godliness are not only in the ceremonies of Worship, and external actions of feigned Piety; The Forms of Godliness Are not only in the ceremonies of Worship, and external actions of feigned Piety; dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr xx av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc j n2 pp-f j-vvn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 5
679 But all the fine things of the Animal Religion are of this kind; and they are the worst sort: But all the fine things of the Animal Religion Are of this kind; and they Are the worst sort: cc-acp d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 n1 vbr pp-f d n1; cc pns32 vbr dt js n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 5
680 By the grosser Forms men hardly deceive others; by these they effectually gull themselves. So that many that vehemently oppose Forms, are the greatest Formalists. Forms of Worship may well agree with the Power of Godliness; whenas zeal against Forms, may be a Form it self; By the grosser Forms men hardly deceive Others; by these they effectually gull themselves. So that many that vehemently oppose Forms, Are the greatest Formalists. Forms of Worship may well agree with the Power of Godliness; whenas zeal against Forms, may be a From it self; p-acp dt jc n2 n2 av vvi n2-jn; p-acp d pns32 av-j vvi px32. av cst d cst av-j vvi n2, vbr dt js np1. n2 pp-f n1 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cs n1 p-acp n2, vmb vbi dt n1 pn31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 5
681 whatever makes shew of Religion, and doth not make us better, that's a Form, at least to us. There are Spiritual Forms, as well as those of the other sort, whatever makes show of Religion, and does not make us better, that's a From, At least to us. There Are Spiritual Forms, as well as those of the other sort, r-crq vvz vvi pp-f n1, cc vdz xx vvi pno12 av-jc, d|vbz dt n1, p-acp ds p-acp pno12. pc-acp vbr j n2, c-acp av c-acp d pp-f dt j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 5
682 and these are most deadly. Poyson is worst in Aqua Vitae. He that speaks his Prayers ex tempore with vehemence and loudness, if he strive not against ill nature and self-will, is as much a Formalist, as he that tells his Prayers by his Beads, and understands not one word he saith. and these Are most deadly. Poison is worst in Aqua Vitae. He that speaks his Prayers ex tempore with vehemence and loudness, if he strive not against ill nature and self-will, is as much a Formalist, as he that tells his Prayers by his Beads, and understands not one word he Says. cc d vbr av-ds j. n1 vbz js p-acp fw-la fw-la. pns31 cst vvz po31 n2 fw-la fw-la p-acp n1 cc n1, cs pns31 vvb xx p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1, vbz p-acp d dt n1, p-acp pns31 cst vvz po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvz xx crd n1 pns31 vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 5
683 And those that run away from Forms in Churches, meet more dangerous ones in Barns and private corners. Orthodox Opinions, devout Phrases, set Looks, melting Tones, affected Sighs, and vehement Raptures, are often meer Forms of Godliness, that proceed from the Animal Religion, which it self is a Form likewise. And those that run away from Forms in Churches, meet more dangerous ones in Barns and private corners. Orthodox Opinions, devout Phrases, Set Looks, melting Tones, affected Sighs, and vehement Raptures, Are often mere Forms of Godliness, that proceed from the Animal Religion, which it self is a From likewise. cc d cst vvb av p-acp n2 p-acp n2, vvb av-dc j pi2 p-acp n2 cc j n2. n1 n2, j n2, n1 vvz, j-vvg n2, j-vvn n2, cc j n2, vbr av j n2 pp-f n1, cst vvb p-acp dt n1 n1, r-crq pn31 n1 vbz dt p-acp av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 5
684 O that the observers of so many motes in their Brethrens eyes, would learn to throw out the Beams of their own! O that the observers of so many motes in their Brothers' eyes, would Learn to throw out the Beams of their own! sy cst dt n2 pp-f av d n2 p-acp po32 ng2 n2, vmd vvi pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f po32 d! (4) sermon (DIV1) 146 Image 5
685 The Form of Godliness that pretends it self to be no more, is not so hurtful: But the Forms, that call themselves the Power, are deadly. 'Tis the Formality and Superstition of Separatists that keeps on the Separation: They contend for fancies and arbitrary trifles; The From of Godliness that pretends it self to be no more, is not so hurtful: But the Forms, that call themselves the Power, Are deadly. It's the Formality and Superstition of Separatists that keeps on the Separation: They contend for fancies and arbitrary trifles; dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi av-dx av-dc, vbz xx av j: p-acp dt n2, cst vvb px32 dt n1, vbr j. pn31|vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 cst vvz p-acp dt n1: pns32 vvb p-acp n2 cc j-jn n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 5
686 We for order and obedience. The people are abused by names, and being frighted by the shadows of Superstition and Formality, they run into the worst Formality, and silliest Superstition in the World. We for order and Obedience. The people Are abused by names, and being frighted by the shadows of Superstition and Formality, they run into the worst Formality, and silliest Superstition in the World. pns12 p-acp n1 cc n1. dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp n2, cc vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns32 vvb p-acp dt js n1, cc js n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 5
687 The Kingdom of Heaven consists not in meats and drinks, Rom. 14. 17. neither in Circumcision, nor Uncircumcision, 1 Cor. 7. 19. not in zeal for little things, nor in zeal against them; The Kingdom of Heaven consists not in Meats and drinks, Rom. 14. 17. neither in Circumcision, nor Uncircumcision, 1 Cor. 7. 19. not in zeal for little things, nor in zeal against them; dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz xx p-acp n2 cc n2, np1 crd crd d p-acp n1, ccx n1, vvn np1 crd crd xx p-acp n1 p-acp j n2, ccx p-acp n1 p-acp pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 5
688 both the one and the other are equally formal. both the one and the other Are equally formal. d dt crd cc dt j-jn vbr av-j j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 147 Image 5
689 The power of Religion lies in using Divine aids heartily and constantly, in order to the overcoming the Difficulties of our way. This Godliness is not exercised so much in reforming others, as our selves: The chief design is to govern within, and not to make Laws for the World without us. This is that Wisdom that is from above, which is pure and peaceable, Jam. 3. 17. It makes no noise and bluster abroad, The power of Religion lies in using Divine aids heartily and constantly, in order to the overcoming the Difficulties of our Way. This Godliness is not exercised so much in reforming Others, as our selves: The chief Design is to govern within, and not to make Laws for the World without us. This is that Wisdom that is from above, which is pure and peaceable, Jam. 3. 17. It makes no noise and bluster abroad, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp vvg j-jn n2 av-j cc av-j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. d n1 vbz xx vvn av av-d p-acp vvg n2-jn, p-acp po12 n2: dt j-jn n1 vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc xx pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12. d vbz cst n1 cst vbz p-acp a-acp, r-crq vbz j cc j, np1 crd crd pn31 vvz dx n1 cc vvb av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 148 Image 5
690 but quietly minds its own business at home. but quietly minds its own business At home. cc-acp av-jn vvz po31 d n1 p-acp n1-an. (4) sermon (DIV1) 148 Image 5
691 So that certainly the best men have not always had the greatest fame for Godliness; as the wisest have very seldom been the most popular. They are the effects of the Animal Religion that make the biggest shew. The voice of true Religion is heard in quiet, it sounds not in the corners of the street. So that Certainly the best men have not always had the greatest fame for Godliness; as the Wisest have very seldom been the most popular. They Are the effects of the Animal Religion that make the biggest show. The voice of true Religion is herd in quiet, it sounds not in the corners of the street. av cst av-j dt av-js n2 vhb xx av vhd dt js n1 p-acp n1; p-acp dt js vhb av av vbn dt av-ds j. pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 n1 cst vvb dt js n1. dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn, pn31 vvz xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 149 Image 5
692 The power of Godliness is seen in Justice, Meekness, Humility, and Charity, things that look not so splendidly as the Spiritual Forms. The power of Godliness is seen in justice, Meekness, Humility, and Charity, things that look not so splendidly as the Spiritual Forms. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, n1, n1, cc n1, n2 cst vvb xx av av-j c-acp dt j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 149 Image 5
693 And thus of the Inferences and Corollaries that may be drawn from my Discourse, which though they cannot all be inferred from any of its minute and separated parts, And thus of the Inferences and Corollaries that may be drawn from my Discourse, which though they cannot all be inferred from any of its minute and separated parts, cc av pp-f dt n2 cc n2 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp po11 n1, r-crq cs pns32 vmbx av-d vbi vvn p-acp d pp-f po31 n1 cc j-vvn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 150 Image 5
694 yet they lie in the design and contexture of the whole. yet they lie in the Design and contexture of the Whole. av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 150 Image 5
695 I Come now to the Advice for Practice. The way of Happiness is difficult, but the difficulties may be overcome by striving. A little will not do; many seekers are shut out; I Come now to the advice for Practice. The Way of Happiness is difficult, but the difficulties may be overcome by striving. A little will not do; many seekers Are shut out; pns11 vvb av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, p-acp dt n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg. dt j vmb xx vdi; d n2 vbr vvn av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 5
696 what remains then, but that we perswade our selves to strive, and that diligently; with constant resolution and endeavour? what remains then, but that we persuade our selves to strive, and that diligently; with constant resolution and endeavour? r-crq vvz av, cc-acp cst pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp vvb, cc d av-j; p-acp j n1 cc vvi? (4) sermon (DIV1) 151 Image 5
697 We were made for Happiness, and Happiness all the World seeks: We were made for Happiness, and Happiness all the World seeks: pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, cc n1 d dt n1 vvz: (4) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 5
698 who will shew us any good? Psal. 4. 6. is the voice of all the Creatures. who will show us any good? Psalm 4. 6. is the voice of all the Creatures. r-crq vmb vvi pno12 d j? np1 crd crd vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 5
699 We have sought it long in emptiness, and shadows; and that search hath still ended in shame and disappointment. We have sought it long in emptiness, and shadows; and that search hath still ended in shame and disappointment. pns12 vhb vvn pn31 av-j p-acp n1, cc n2; cc d n1 vhz av vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 5
700 Where true substantial Felicity is, we know, and the Way we know, Joh. 14. 4. It is not hid from us in Clouds and thick Darkness; or if it were, 'twere worth our pains to search after it. Where true substantial Felicity is, we know, and the Way we know, John 14. 4. It is not hid from us in Clouds and thick Darkness; or if it were, 'twere worth our pains to search After it. q-crq j j n1 vbz, pns12 vvb, cc dt n1 pns12 vvb, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n2 cc j n1; cc cs pn31 vbdr, pn31|vbdr j po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 5
701 It is not at so great a distance, but it may be seen, yea, it may be brought so near as to be felt. It is not At so great a distance, but it may be seen, yea, it may be brought so near as to be felt. pn31 vbz xx p-acp av j dt n1, p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn, uh, pn31 vmb vbi vvn av av-j c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 5
702 Though the way is strait, yet 'tis certain; or if it were otherwise, who would not venture his pains upon the possibility of such an issue? Many difficulties are in it; Though the Way is strait, yet it's certain; or if it were otherwise, who would not venture his pains upon the possibility of such an issue? Many difficulties Are in it; cs dt n1 vbz j, av pn31|vbz j; cc cs pn31 vbdr av, r-crq vmd xx vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1? av-d n2 vbr p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 5
703 but our Encouragements and Assistances are infinite. The love of God, and the gift of his son; the blood of Christ, and his intercession; the aids of the Spirit, and the directions of the Gospel; the Invitations and Promises, the rare Precepts, and incomparable Examples of those holy men that have gone before us: but our Encouragements and Assistances Are infinite. The love of God, and the gift of his son; the blood of christ, and his Intercession; the aids of the Spirit, and the directions of the Gospel; the Invitations and Promises, the rare Precepts, and incomparable Examples of those holy men that have gone before us: cc-acp po12 n2 cc n2 vbr j. dt vvb pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 n1; dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1; dt n2 cc vvz, dt j n2, cc j n2 pp-f d j n2 cst vhb vvn p-acp pno12: (4) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 5
704 These are mighty helps and great motives to assist us in striving, and to quicken us to it. These Are mighty helps and great motives to assist us in striving, and to quicken us to it. d vbr j vvz cc j n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vvg, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 152 Image 5
705 Let us then arise in the strength of Faith, and in the encouragement of those aids, and attempt with courage upon the Difficulties of our way. Let us then arise in the strength of Faith, and in the encouragement of those aids, and attempt with courage upon the Difficulties of our Way. vvb pno12 av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 153 Image 5
706 Let us ingage our deepest Resolutions, and most diligent endeavours. Here is no need to deliberate, the things are necessary, the benefits unspeakable, and the event will be glorious. It is no Question, I hope, whether God, or the Creature is to be first chosen; Let us engage our Deepest Resolutions, and most diligent endeavours. Here is no need to deliberate, the things Are necessary, the benefits unspeakable, and the event will be glorious. It is no Question, I hope, whither God, or the Creature is to be First chosen; vvb pno12 vvi po12 js-jn n2, cc ds j n2. av vbz dx n1 p-acp j, dt n2 vbr j, dt n2 j, cc dt n1 vmb vbi j. pn31 vbz dx n1, pns11 vvb, cs np1, cc dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi ord vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 153 Image 5
707 whether Heaven or Hell be better? and therefore there is no cause that we should stay and consider; we cannot be rash here, we cannot hurt our selves by a too sudden ingagement; we have delayed too long already, whither Heaven or Hell be better? and Therefore there is no cause that we should stay and Consider; we cannot be rash Here, we cannot hurt our selves by a too sudden engagement; we have delayed too long already, cs n1 cc n1 vbb j? cc av pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi cc vvb; pns12 vmbx vbi j av, pns12 vmbx vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt av j n1; pns12 vhb vvn av av-j av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 153 Image 5
708 and every moment we sit still, is one loss to our Duty, and our Happiness. Let us resolve then, and every moment we fit still, is one loss to our Duty, and our Happiness. Let us resolve then, cc d n1 pns12 vvb av, vbz crd n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc po12 n1. vvb pno12 vvi av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 153 Image 5
709 and begin with courage, and proceed with diligence, 'tis our End and Felicity for which we are to strive; and begin with courage, and proceed with diligence, it's our End and Felicity for which we Are to strive; cc vvb p-acp n1, cc vvb p-acp n1, pn31|vbz po12 vvb cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 153 Image 5
710 and every thing is active for its End and Perfection. All Creatures are diligent in serving the Designs of Providence; and every thing is active for its End and Perfection. All Creatures Are diligent in serving the Designs of Providence; cc d n1 vbz j p-acp po31 vvb cc n1. d n2 vbr j p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 153 Image 5
711 the Heavens are in restless motion, and the Clouds are still carrying about their fruitful Waters; the sluggish Earth it self is always putting forth in variety of Trees, and Grass, and Flowers; the Rivers run towards the Sea, the Brooks move towards them, and the Sea within it self. the Heavens Are in restless motion, and the Clouds Are still carrying about their fruitful Waters; the sluggish Earth it self is always putting forth in variety of Trees, and Grass, and Flowers; the rivers run towards the Sea, the Brooks move towards them, and the Sea within it self. dt n2 vbr p-acp j n1, cc dt n2 vbr av vvg p-acp po32 j n2; dt j n1 pn31 n1 vbz av vvg av p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cc n1, cc n2; dt n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, dt n2 vvi p-acp pno32, cc dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 5
712 Thus all things even in inanimate Nature may mind us of acting towards our end. Thus all things even in inanimate Nature may mind us of acting towards our end. av d n2 av p-acp j n1 vmb vvi pno12 pp-f vvg p-acp po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 5
713 And if we look a little higher, the Beasts of the Field, the Fowls, and Cattel, and creeping things are diligent in striving after the good and perfection of their Natures, And if we look a little higher, the Beasts of the Field, the Fowls, and Cattle, and creeping things Are diligent in striving After the good and perfection of their Nature's, cc cs pns12 vvb dt j av-jc, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2, cc n2, cc vvg n2 vbr j p-acp vvg p-acp dt j cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 5
714 and Solomon sends the Sluggard to those little Insects, the Ant and Bee, to teach him activity and diligence, Prov. 6. 6. And shall the Beasts act more reasonably than the professed Sons of Reason? May it not shame us, that we need Instruction from the Creatures that have no understanding? With what face can we carry our heads so high, and Solomon sends the Sluggard to those little Insects, the Ant and be, to teach him activity and diligence, Curae 6. 6. And shall the Beasts act more reasonably than the professed Sons of Reason? May it not shame us, that we need Instruction from the Creatures that have no understanding? With what face can we carry our Heads so high, cc np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp d j vvz, dt zz cc vbb, pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd cc vmb dt n2 vvi dc av-j cs dt j-vvn n2 pp-f n1? vmb pn31 xx n1 pno12, cst pns12 vvb n1 p-acp dt n2 cst vhb dx n1? p-acp r-crq n1 vmb pns12 vvi po12 n2 av j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 5
715 and look down with contempt upon inferiour Animals, when they live more wisely and more regularly than we? and look down with contempt upon inferior Animals, when they live more wisely and more regularly than we? cc vvb a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n2, c-crq pns32 vvi dc av-j cc av-dc av-j cs pns12? (4) sermon (DIV1) 154 Image 5
716 The Sum is, All things are incessantly moving towards an End; and Happiness is ours, which therefore should ingage our most careful Thoughts, and most active Endeavours. The Sum is, All things Are incessantly moving towards an End; and Happiness is ours, which Therefore should engage our most careful Thoughts, and most active Endeavours. dt n1 vbz, d n2 vbr av-j vvg p-acp dt vvb; cc n1 vbz png12, r-crq av vmd vvi po12 av-ds j n2, cc av-ds j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 155 Image 5
717 We are sollicitous and diligent about things of infinitely less moment, and in effect of none, viz. uncertain Riches, sensual Pleasures, and worldly Honours; We Are solicitous and diligent about things of infinitely less moment, and in Effect of none, viz. uncertain Riches, sensual Pleasures, and worldly Honours; pns12 vbr j cc j p-acp n2 pp-f av-j dc n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f pix, n1 j n2, j n2, cc j ng1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 5
718 though the way to these is sufficiently difficult and uneasie, yet we are not discouraged; we attempt all those Difficulties with an obstinate Courage, though the Way to these is sufficiently difficult and uneasy, yet we Are not discouraged; we attempt all those Difficulties with an obstinate Courage, cs dt n1 p-acp d vbz av-j j cc j, av pns12 vbr xx vvn; pns12 vvb d d n2 p-acp dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 5
719 though without promise of any equal assistance, or assurance of success. though without promise of any equal assistance, or assurance of success. cs p-acp n1 pp-f d j-jn n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 5
720 We are often defeated in our pursuits, and yet we go on. We are overmaster'd by cross events, We Are often defeated in our pursuits, and yet we go on. We Are overmastered by cross events, pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp po12 n2, cc av pns12 vvb a-acp. pns12 vbr vvn p-acp j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 5
721 and yet we try again. We miss our happiness, when we have attain'd our end, and yet we are as active in courting disappointment another time; and yet we try again. We miss our happiness, when we have attained our end, and yet we Are as active in courting disappointment Another time; cc av pns12 vvi av. pns12 vvb po12 n1, c-crq pns12 vhb vvd po12 vvi, cc av pns12 vbr p-acp j p-acp j-vvg n1 j-jn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 5
722 either we attain not the things we seek, or find no true satisfaction in them, or they die in our hands presently, and yet we strive. And doth not this activity about uncertain, unsatisfying Trifles, shamefully reprove our Negligence in reference to our great End, Happiness and Perfection? In striving for which we have all the powers of Heaven to aid us, either we attain not the things we seek, or find no true satisfaction in them, or they die in our hands presently, and yet we strive. And does not this activity about uncertain, unsatisfying Trifles, shamefully reprove our Negligence in Referente to our great End, Happiness and Perfection? In striving for which we have all the Powers of Heaven to aid us, d pns12 vvb xx dt n2 pns12 vvb, cc vvb dx j n1 p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vvb p-acp po12 n2 av-j, cc av pns12 vvi. cc vdz xx d n1 p-acp j, vvg n2, av-j vvi po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 j vvb, n1 cc n1? p-acp vvg p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb d dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp vvb pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 5
723 and the Word of God, and the Blood of his Son, and the experience of all that ever try'd, to assure us that we shall neither fail of the things we seek, nor of the pleasure that we expect from them. and the Word of God, and the Blood of his Son, and the experience of all that ever tried, to assure us that we shall neither fail of the things we seek, nor of the pleasure that we expect from them. cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d cst av vvn, pc-acp vvi pno12 d pns12 vmb av-dx vvi pp-f dt n2 pns12 vvi, ccx pp-f dt n1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 5
724 And why then do we lazily sit down, and with the Sluggard say, There is a Lion in the way, while we despise greater discouragements, And why then do we lazily fit down, and with the Sluggard say, There is a lion in the Way, while we despise greater discouragements, cc q-crq av vdb pns12 av-j vvb a-acp, cc p-acp dt n1 vvb, a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vvb jc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 5
725 when vain things are to be sought? The Merchant doth not give off, because there are Storms, when vain things Are to be sought? The Merchant does not give off, Because there Are Storms, c-crq j n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn? dt n1 vdz xx vvi a-acp, c-acp pc-acp vbr n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 5
726 and the numerous Dangers of the Deep to be met with in his way to the Indies; nor the Souldier lay by his Arms, and the numerous Dangers of the Deep to be met with in his Way to the Indies; nor the Soldier lay by his Arms, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt np1; ccx dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 5
727 because of the hazards and toils of War. And do we act courageously for petty purchases; and faint and despond when we are to strive for Crowns and eternal Glories? Because of the hazards and toils of War. And do we act courageously for Petty purchases; and faint and despond when we Are to strive for Crowns and Eternal Glories? c-acp pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc vdb pns12 vvi av-j p-acp j n2; cc j cc vvb c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp vvb p-acp vvz cc j n2? (4) sermon (DIV1) 156 Image 5
728 'Tis true indeed our own natural strength is small, in proportion to the Difficulties we are to encounter; It's true indeed our own natural strength is small, in proportion to the Difficulties we Are to encounter; pn31|vbz j av po12 d j n1 vbz j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 5
729 but the Grace of God is sufficient for us, 2 Cor. 12. 9. and we may do all things through Christ that strengthens us, Phil. 4. 13. Nature is weak, and imperfect, but we are not left in the condition of meer nature: For we are not under the Law but under Grace, Rom. 6. 14. We are under the influences of the holy Spirit, which will remove the mountains, and plain the way before us, but the Grace of God is sufficient for us, 2 Cor. 12. 9. and we may do all things through christ that strengthens us, Philip 4. 13. Nature is weak, and imperfect, but we Are not left in the condition of mere nature: For we Are not under the Law but under Grace, Rom. 6. 14. We Are under the influences of the holy Spirit, which will remove the Mountains, and plain the Way before us, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j p-acp pno12, crd np1 crd crd cc pns12 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp np1 cst vvz pno12, np1 crd crd n1 vbz j, cc j, p-acp pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1: c-acp pns12 vbr xx p-acp dt n1 cc-acp p-acp n1, np1 crd crd pns12 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vmb vvi dt n2, cc j dt n1 p-acp pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 5
730 if we take care to engage those aids by Faith and sincere endeavour. if we take care to engage those aids by Faith and sincere endeavour. cs pns12 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp n1 cc j vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 157 Image 5
731 For this we may be sure of, that God will never be wanting to us, if we are not so unto our selves. So that the case as to our natural inability, and the assistance of Gods Spirit, seems to be thus. For this we may be sure of, that God will never be wanting to us, if we Are not so unto our selves. So that the case as to our natural inability, and the assistance of God's Spirit, seems to be thus. p-acp d pns12 vmb vbi j pp-f, cst np1 vmb av-x vbi vvg p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vbr xx av p-acp po12 n2. av cst dt n1 c-acp p-acp po12 j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvz pc-acp vbi av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 5
732 A man in a Boat is carried from the Harbour he designs, by the violence of the Current; A man in a Boat is carried from the Harbour he designs, by the violence of the Current; dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pns31 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 5
733 he is not able only by plying the Oar, to overcome the resistance of the Tide; he is not able only by plying the Oar, to overcome the resistance of the Tide; pns31 vbz xx j av-j p-acp vvg dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 5
734 but a gentle Gale blows with him, which will not of it self carry him up against the Torrent; but a gentle Gale blows with him, which will not of it self carry him up against the Torrent; cc-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp pno31, r-crq vmb xx pp-f pn31 n1 vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 5
735 Neither of them will do it single: But if he hoist the sail, and use the Oar too, this united force prevails; Neither of them will do it single: But if he hoist the sail, and use the Oar too, this united force prevails; dx pp-f pno32 vmb vdi pn31 j: cc-acp cs pns31 j-vvn dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 av, d j-vvn n1 vvz; (4) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 5
736 and he gets happily to the Harbour. This methinks resembles our Condition; and he gets happily to the Harbour. This methinks resembles our Condition; cc pns31 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1. np1 vvz vvz po12 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 5
737 we are carried down the Torrent of evil inclinations and Affections, our own unaided powers are too little for that great force: we Are carried down the Torrent of evil inclinations and Affections, our own unaided Powers Are too little for that great force: pns12 vbr vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2 cc n2, po12 d vvn n2 vbr av j p-acp d j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 5
738 but the Holy Spirit is with us, It breaths upon us, and is ready to assist, but the Holy Spirit is with us, It breathes upon us, and is ready to assist, cc-acp dt j n1 vbz p-acp pno12, pn31 vvz p-acp pno12, cc vbz j pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 5
739 if we are so to use it, and by the superaddition and ingagement of those blessed Aids, there is no evil in our natures but may be overcome. if we Are so to use it, and by the superaddition and engagement of those blessed Aids, there is no evil in our nature's but may be overcome. cs pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi pn31, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j-vvn n2, pc-acp vbz dx j-jn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp vmb vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 5
740 So that we have no reason to be discouraged at the apprehension of our impotence, out of weakness we shall be made strong, Heb. 11. 24. If we imploy our Talent, though it be but a very small one, we shall have more, Mat. 25. 29. And if we accept of those divine helps, So that we have no reason to be discouraged At the apprehension of our impotence, out of weakness we shall be made strong, Hebrew 11. 24. If we employ our Talon, though it be but a very small one, we shall have more, Mathew 25. 29. And if we accept of those divine helps, av cst pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, av pp-f n1 pns12 vmb vbi vvn j, np1 crd crd cs pns12 vvb po12 n1, c-acp pn31 vbb p-acp dt j j crd, pns12 vmb vhi dc, np1 crd crd cc cs pns12 vvb pp-f d j-jn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 5
741 and use them, what was before, to meer natural consideration, uneasie, will be pleasant and sweetly relishing. and use them, what was before, to mere natural consideration, uneasy, will be pleasant and sweetly relishing. cc vvb pno32, r-crq vbds a-acp, p-acp j j n1, j, vmb vbi j cc av-j vvg. (4) sermon (DIV1) 158 Image 5
742 One of the greatest Difficulties in the way of Religion, is to begin: the first steps are roughest to those feet that have been unaccustomed to it. One of the greatest Difficulties in the Way of Religion, is to begin: the First steps Are Roughest to those feet that have been unaccustomed to it. crd pp-f dt js n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz pc-acp vvi: dt ord vvz vbr js p-acp d n2 cst vhb vbn j p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 159 Image 5
743 The helps and manifold incouragements we shall meet with in the Progress, will render it more agreeable and delightsome. Those very toils will be grateful; there is scarce any great sense of pleasure, but where there is some Difficulty and Pain. Even our Work it self will be Wages. And 'tis not only the End of Wisdom that is pleasantness, but the very way, Prov. 3. 17. So that though we are call'd upon to strive, and to run, and to fight, (which words import Labour) yet we are not required to Quit our pleasures, but to change the objects of them; The helps and manifold encouragements we shall meet with in the Progress, will render it more agreeable and delightsome. Those very toils will be grateful; there is scarce any great sense of pleasure, but where there is Some Difficulty and Pain. Even our Work it self will be Wages. And it's not only the End of Wisdom that is pleasantness, but the very Way, Curae 3. 17. So that though we Are called upon to strive, and to run, and to fight, (which words import Labour) yet we Are not required to Quit our pleasures, but to change the objects of them; dt n2 cc j n2 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi pn31 av-dc j cc j. d j n2 vmb vbi j; a-acp vbz av-j d j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz d n1 cc n1. av-j po12 vvb pn31 n1 vmb vbi n2. cc pn31|vbz xx av-j dt vvb pp-f n1 cst vbz n1, p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd av cst cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvi, (r-crq n2 vvb n1) av pns12 vbr xx vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n2, p-acp p-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f pno32; (4) sermon (DIV1) 159 Image 5
744 to leave the delights of Swine for those of Angels; sensual for spiritual Satisfactions. to leave the delights of Swine for those of Angels; sensual for spiritual Satisfactions. pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d pp-f n2; j p-acp j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 159 Image 5
745 Thus all things encourage, and invite us to strive; God calls upon us, and our own Interests call; Thus all things encourage, and invite us to strive; God calls upon us, and our own Interests call; av d n2 vvi, cc vvb pno12 p-acp vvb; np1 vvz p-acp pno12, cc po12 d n2 vvb; (4) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 5
746 Christ Jesus came to engage us to this Work, and the Holy Spirit waits to assist it. christ jesus Come to engage us to this Work, and the Holy Spirit waits to assist it. np1 np1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n1, cc dt j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 5
747 If notwithstanding all this, we sit still, our Negligence will be inexcusable and fatal: or if we arise and go a little forward, If notwithstanding all this, we fit still, our Negligence will be inexcusable and fatal: or if we arise and go a little forward, cs p-acp d d, pns12 vvb av, po12 n1 vmb vbi j cc j: cc cs pns12 vvb cc vvb dt j av-j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 5
748 and then lay us down to take our ease and rest, our state (in the judgement of one that knew) will be worse, more desperate, and excuseless, 2 Pet. 2. 21. and then lay us down to take our ease and rest, our state (in the judgement of one that knew) will be Worse, more desperate, and excuseless, 2 Pet. 2. 21. cc av vvb pno12 a-acp pc-acp vvi po12 vvi cc n1, po12 n1 (p-acp dt n1 pp-f pi cst vvd) vmb vbi jc, dc j, cc j, crd np1 crd crd (4) sermon (DIV1) 160 Image 5
749 I Conclude all then, in the words of the Blessed Apostle, 1 Cor. 15. Therefore my beloved Brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, I Conclude all then, in the words of the Blessed Apostle, 1 Cor. 15. Therefore my Beloved Brothers, be you steadfast, Unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, pns11 vvb av-d av, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn np1, crd np1 crd av po11 j-vvn n2, vbb pn22 j, j, av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 5
750 forasmuch as ye know that your Labour is not in vain in the Lord: To him be Glory and Honour henceforth, and for ever. Amen. forasmuch as you know that your Labour is not in vain in the Lord: To him be Glory and Honour henceforth, and for ever. Amen. av c-acp pn22 vvb cst po22 n1 vbz xx p-acp j p-acp dt n1: p-acp pno31 vbb n1 cc n1 av, cc p-acp av. uh-n. (4) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 5
751 SERMON II. OF Catholick Charity. 1 Pet. I. part of xxii. v. See that ye Love one another. SERMON II OF Catholic Charity. 1 Pet. I. part of xxii. v. See that you Love one Another. n1 crd pp-f njp n1. crd np1 np1 n1 pp-f crd. n1 vvb cst pn22 vvb pi j-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 161 Image 52
752 HOW many, and how great, have been the Feuds, and still are, of this tottering, and broken Age, there is no man here so happy as to be ignorant: HOW many, and how great, have been the Feuds, and still Are, of this tottering, and broken Age, there is no man Here so happy as to be ignorant: c-crq d, cc q-crq j, vhb vbn dt n2, cc av vbr, pp-f d j-vvg, cc j-vvn n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 av av j c-acp pc-acp vbi j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 52
753 That such Strifes among Brethren are Unnatural, and Diabolical; and that 'tis a lovely thing to see Christians live together in Charity, and Love; That such Strifes among Brothers Are Unnatural, and Diabolical; and that it's a lovely thing to see Christians live together in Charity, and Love; cst d n2 p-acp n2 vbr j, cc j; cc cst pn31|vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1 vvi av p-acp n1, cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 52
754 there is no Christian but will grant: there is no Christian but will grant: pc-acp vbz dx njp cc-acp vmb vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 52
755 but how the fatal Evil is to be cur'd, and the lovely thing is to be compast; but how the fatal Evil is to be cured, and the lovely thing is to be compassed; cc-acp c-crq dt j j-jn vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc dt j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 52
756 here's the Knot, here's the Difficulty: here's the Knot, here's the Difficulty: av|vbz dt n1, av|vbz dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 52
757 To endeavour the reconciling Extreams that are so divided, looks like a design to perswade a friendship between the Winds and Waves: To endeavour the reconciling Extremes that Are so divided, looks like a Design to persuade a friendship between the Winds and Waves: pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg n2-jn cst vbr av vvn, vvz av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 52
758 'Tis very strange that Christians should be so at odds, whose Religion is Peace, and Love, It's very strange that Christians should be so At odds, whose Religion is Peace, and Love, pn31|vbz j j cst np1 vmd vbi av p-acp n2, rg-crq n1 vbz n1, cc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 52
759 and the reasons of whose differences are so small, in proportion to the degree of their Animosities: and the Reasons of whose differences Are so small, in proportion to the degree of their Animosities: cc dt n2 pp-f r-crq n2 vbr av j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 52
760 Our GOD is One, and we have the same common SAVIOUR; we profess one GOSPEL, and believe the same Creeds; we have the same SACRAMENTS, and the same fundamental ORDINANCES: And since we are agreed in These, what is there left, that is worth the heat of a Dispute? what, that can justifie a Division? Certainly, it is not mens Principles that keep them so at odds, there is somewhat more in the matter; Our GOD is One, and we have the same Common SAVIOUR; we profess one GOSPEL, and believe the same Creeds; we have the same SACRAMENTS, and the same fundamental ORDINANCES: And since we Are agreed in These, what is there left, that is worth the heat of a Dispute? what, that can justify a Division? Certainly, it is not men's Principles that keep them so At odds, there is somewhat more in the matter; po12 np1 vbz pi, cc pns12 vhb dt d j n1; pns12 vvb crd n1, cc vvb dt d n2; pns12 vhb dt d n2, cc dt d j n2: cc c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d, r-crq vbz a-acp vvn, cst vbz j dt n1 pp-f dt vvb? q-crq, cst vmb vvi dt n1? av-j, pn31 vbz xx ng2 n2 cst vvb pno32 av p-acp n2, pc-acp vbz av dc p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 52
761 there is something wanting that would heal our Breaches, and compose our Divisions: Love would heal us, if we would be healed. there is something wanting that would heal our Breaches, and compose our Divisions: Love would heal us, if we would be healed. pc-acp vbz pi vvg cst vmd vvi po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n2: n1 vmd vvi pno12, cs pns12 vmd vbi vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 162 Image 52
762 Now in a general Combustion, 'tis every Christians Duty to bring what Water he can, to throw upon the Flames; Now in a general Combustion, it's every Christians Duty to bring what Water he can, to throw upon the Flames; av p-acp dt j n1, pn31|vbz d np1 n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pns31 vmb, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 163 Image 52
763 especially it is the office of the Ministers of Peace, to endeavour to promote it. 'Tis a plain subject; especially it is the office of the Ministers of Peace, to endeavour to promote it. It's a plain Subject; av-j pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pn31. pn31|vbz dt j n-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 163 Image 52
764 but such are most necessary, and this is most seasonable; but such Are most necessary, and this is most seasonable; cc-acp d vbr av-ds j, cc d vbz av-ds j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 163 Image 52
765 seasonable at all times, but principally in these, wherein 'tis hard to discern by the practice of Christians that the Duty of Love hath any thing to do with Christianity: seasonable At all times, but principally in these, wherein it's hard to discern by the practice of Christians that the Duty of Love hath any thing to do with Christianity: j p-acp d n2, cc-acp av-j p-acp d, c-crq pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz d n1 pc-acp vdi p-acp np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 163 Image 52
766 And yet this is a vital grace of our Religion: 'Tis the Law and Gospel in a word; And yet this is a vital grace of our Religion: It's the Law and Gospel in a word; cc av d vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1: pn31|vbz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 163 Image 52
767 for Love is the fulfilling of the Law, and the Gospel is a Law of Love; for Love is the fulfilling of the Law, and the Gospel is a Law of Love; p-acp n1 vbz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 163 Image 52
768 And 'tis very strange, and very sad, that an Age, which hath so much of light and faith in the pretence, should have so little of Charity and love in the practice; And it's very strange, and very sad, that an Age, which hath so much of Light and faith in the pretence, should have so little of Charity and love in the practice; cc pn31|vbz av j, cc av j, cst dt n1, r-crq vhz av d pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vmd vhi av j pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 163 Image 52
769 especially, since that light, which is from above, is full of Benignity, and Goodness; especially, since that Light, which is from above, is full of Benignity, and goodness; av-j, c-acp cst n1, r-crq vbz p-acp a-acp, vbz j pp-f n1, cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 163 Image 52
770 and that Faith, which is truly Divine, worketh by love. This is that which our Apostle recommends in the words, and that Faith, which is truly Divine, works by love. This is that which our Apostle recommends in the words, cc d n1, r-crq vbz av-j j-jn, vvz p-acp n1. d vbz d r-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 163 Image 52
771 and I have chosen it for my present subject: In Discoursing it, I shall shew you, and I have chosen it for my present Subject: In Discoursing it, I shall show you, cc pns11 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp po11 j n-jn: p-acp vvg pn31, pns11 vmb vvi pn22, (5) sermon (DIV1) 163 Image 52
772 (1.) The Necessity of the Duty, (2.) Its Extent, (3.) The Excellency of it; (1.) The Necessity of the Duty, (2.) Its Extent, (3.) The Excellency of it; (crd) dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (crd) po31 n1, (crd) dt n1 pp-f pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 52
773 and (4.) propose some Means to assist us towards the attainment of this Generous, and Catholick Spirit. and (4.) propose Some Means to assist us towards the attainment of this Generous, and Catholic Spirit. cc (crd) vvb d vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j, cc njp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 164 Image 52
774 FOR the (1.) The Necessity of the Duty; FOR the (1.) The Necessity of the Duty; p-acp dt (crd) dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 52
775 the whole Scripture is so full, and so express in enjoyning it, that methinks I might be excused from a labour, that would seem superfluous to one, that knows the Gospel, and not the practice of those that profess it: the Whole Scripture is so full, and so express in enjoining it, that methinks I might be excused from a labour, that would seem superfluous to one, that knows the Gospel, and not the practice of those that profess it: dt j-jn n1 vbz av j, cc av vvi p-acp vvg pn31, cst vvz pns11 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cst vmd vvi j p-acp crd, cst vvz dt n1, cc xx dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 52
776 But because the Christianity of most Christians is, (if I may so speak) quite another thing from the Christianity of CHRIST; it will be necessary to mind them what HIS was, that they may be perswaded to conform theirs unto it: But Because the Christianity of most Christians is, (if I may so speak) quite Another thing from the Christianity of CHRIST; it will be necessary to mind them what HIS was, that they may be persuaded to conform theirs unto it: cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f ds njpg2 vbz, (cs pns11 vmb av vvi) av j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 r-crq po31 vbds, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi png32 p-acp pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 52
777 and though mens understandings are convinced already that Charity is their Duty; and though men's understandings Are convinced already that Charity is their Duty; cc a-acp ng2 n2 vbr vvn av d n1 vbz po32 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 52
778 yet there is but too much need to represent some of the vast heap of injunctions that make it so, to incline their Wills. yet there is but too much need to represent Some of the vast heap of injunctions that make it so, to incline their Wills. av a-acp vbz p-acp av d n1 pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n2 cst vvb pn31 av, pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 52
779 I shall therefore briefly lay together a few of the chief instances of this kind; I shall Therefore briefly lay together a few of the chief instances of this kind; pns11 vmb av av-j vvd av dt d pp-f dt j-jn n2 pp-f d n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 52
780 that you may have the distincter sense of the reasons of your Duty, and from them, the most powerful motives to enforce it. that you may have the distincter sense of the Reasons of your Duty, and from them, the most powerful motives to enforce it. cst pn22 vmb vhi dt jc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po22 n1, cc p-acp pno32, dt av-ds j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 52
781 In order to this, let us consider in short, the Injunctions of Christ, and the teachings of his Apostles. In order to this, let us Consider in short, the Injunctions of christ, and the teachings of his Apostles. p-acp n1 p-acp d, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp j, dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n2-vvg pp-f po31 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 165 Image 52
782 Our Saviour urgeth it as his New Commandment; John 13. 34. and inculcates it again under the obliging form of his Command, John 15. 12. He makes it a distinguishing note of his Disciples, John 13. 35. and enjoyns them to love their Enemies, Mat. 5. 24. He mentions it as the great qualification of those on his Right hand, that shall be received into his Kingdom, Mat. 25. 34, 35. and the want of it, Our Saviour urges it as his New Commandment; John 13. 34. and inculcates it again under the obliging from of his Command, John 15. 12. He makes it a distinguishing note of his Disciples, John 13. 35. and enjoins them to love their Enemies, Mathew 5. 24. He mentions it as the great qualification of those on his Right hand, that shall be received into his Kingdom, Mathew 25. 34, 35. and the want of it, po12 n1 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 j n1; np1 crd crd cc vvz pn31 av p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 vvi, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz pn31 dt vvg vvb pp-f po31 n2, np1 crd crd cc vvz pno32 p-acp vvb po32 n2, np1 crd crd pns31 n2 pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d p-acp po31 j-jn n1, cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 52
783 as the reason of the dreadful Curse pronounced upon those miserable ones on the Left, at the solemn Judgement, ver. 41, 42. St. Paul calls Love the fulfilling of the Law, Rom. 13. 8, 9, 10. and sets it in the first place among the fruits of the Spirit, Gal. 5. 22. yea, reckons it five times over under other Names in the Catalogue, viz. those of Peace, Long-suffering, Gentleness, Goodness, Meekness, ver. as the reason of the dreadful Curse pronounced upon those miserable ones on the Left, At the solemn Judgement, ver. 41, 42. Saint Paul calls Love the fulfilling of the Law, Rom. 13. 8, 9, 10. and sets it in the First place among the fruits of the Spirit, Gal. 5. 22. yea, reckons it five times over under other Names in the Catalogue, viz. those of Peace, Long-suffering, Gentleness, goodness, Meekness, ver. c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvn p-acp d j pi2 p-acp dt j, p-acp dt j n1, fw-la. crd, crd n1 np1 vvz vvb dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd uh, vvz pn31 crd n2 a-acp p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1, n1 d pp-f n1, j, n1, n1, n1, fw-la. (5) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 52
784 22, 23. He advanceth it above all Gifts and Graces, 1 Cor. 13. above the Tongues of Men and Angels, ver. 1. and above Prophecie, and Mysteries, and Knowledge, and Faith, ver. 2. And the beloved Disciple St. John, who lay in the Bosom of his Dear Lord, 22, 23. He Advanceth it above all Gifts and Graces, 1 Cor. 13. above the Tongues of Men and Angels, ver. 1. and above Prophecy, and Mysteres, and Knowledge, and Faith, ver. 2. And the Beloved Disciple Saint John, who lay in the Bosom of his Dear Lord, crd, crd pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp d n2 cc n2, crd np1 crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, fw-la. crd cc p-acp n1, cc n2, cc n1, cc n1, fw-la. crd cc dt j-vvn n1 n1 np1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 52
785 and seems to partake most of his Spirit, is transported in the commendation of this Grace. and seems to partake most of his Spirit, is transported in the commendation of this Grace. cc vvz pc-acp vvi av-ds pp-f po31 n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 52
786 He tells us, that God is love, 1 John 4. 7. and repeats it again, ver. 16. He makes it an Argument of our being born of God, and Knowing Him, ver. 7. and the want of this an evidence of not Knowing God, ver. 8. He counts it the mark of Discipleship; He tells us, that God is love, 1 John 4. 7. and repeats it again, ver. 16. He makes it an Argument of our being born of God, and Knowing Him, ver. 7. and the want of this an evidence of not Knowing God, ver. 8. He counts it the mark of Discipleship; pns31 vvz pno12, cst np1 vbz n1, crd np1 crd crd cc vvz pn31 av, fw-la. crd pns31 vvz pn31 dt n1 pp-f po12 vbg vvn pp-f np1, cc vvg pno31, fw-la. crd cc dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 pp-f xx vvg np1, fw-la. crd pns31 vvz pn31 dt vvb pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 52
787 a•d the contrary, a sign of one that abideth in Death, 1 John 3. 14. He calls him a Murtherer that hates another, ver. 15. and a Lyar, if he pretends to Love God, a•d the contrary, a Signen of one that Abideth in Death, 1 John 3. 14. He calls him a Murderer that hates Another, ver. 15. and a Liar, if he pretends to Love God, vvb dt n-jn, dt n1 pp-f pi cst vvz p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vvz pno31 dt n1 cst vvz j-jn, fw-la. crd cc dt n1, cs pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 52
788 and loveth not his Brother, 1 John 4. 20. In fine, he out-speaks the greatest heights of Praise, and loves not his Brother, 1 John 4. 20. In fine, he out-speaks the greatest heights of Praise, cc vvz xx po31 n1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp j, pns31 j dt js n2 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 52
789 when he saith God is Love, and he that loveth dwelleth in God, and God in him, 1 John 4. 16. I might represent further, that we are commanded to Love without dissimulation, Rom. 12. 9. to be kindly affectioned one towards another, ver. 10. to put on the Breast-plate of Faith, when he Says God is Love, and he that loves dwells in God, and God in him, 1 John 4. 16. I might represent further, that we Are commanded to Love without dissimulation, Rom. 12. 9. to be kindly affectioned one towards Another, ver. 10. to put on the Breastplate of Faith, c-crq pns31 vvz np1 vbz n1, cc pns31 cst vvz vvz p-acp np1, cc np1 p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd pns11 vmd vvi av-jc, cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvb p-acp n1, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbi av-j j-vvn pi p-acp j-jn, fw-la. crd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 52
790 and Love, 1 Thess. 5. 8. to be pitiful, and courteous, 1 Pet. 3. 8. to provoke one another to love, and Love, 1 Thess 5. 8. to be pitiful, and courteous, 1 Pet. 3. 8. to provoke one Another to love, cc n1, crd np1 crd crd pc-acp vbi j, cc j, crd np1 crd crd p-acp vvi pi j-jn pc-acp vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 52
791 and to good works, Heb. 10. 24. to serve one another, Gal. 5. 13. to love as Brethren, 1 Pet. 3. 8. We are minded of Christ's New Commandment, 1 Joh. 3. 23. and of the Message which was from the beginning, That we should love one another, ver. 11. and are urged by the consideration of Gods loving us, 1 John 4. 1. Thus the Apostles exhort, and teach: and to good works, Hebrew 10. 24. to serve one Another, Gal. 5. 13. to love as Brothers, 1 Pet. 3. 8. We Are minded of Christ's New Commandment, 1 John 3. 23. and of the Message which was from the beginning, That we should love one Another, ver. 11. and Are urged by the consideration of God's loving us, 1 John 4. 1. Thus the Apostles exhort, and teach: cc p-acp j n2, np1 crd crd p-acp vvi pi j-jn, np1 crd crd pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vbr vvn pp-f npg1 j n1, crd np1 crd crd cc pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbds p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi pi j-jn, fw-la. crd cc vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg pno12, crd np1 crd crd av dt n2 vvb, cc vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 52
792 and they Pray, that our Love may abound, Phil. 1. 9. and 1 Thess. 3. 12. and give solemn Thanks for it, and they Pray, that our Love may abound, Philip 1. 9. and 1 Thess 3. 12. and give solemn Thanks for it, cc pns32 vvb, cst po12 n1 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd cc crd np1 crd crd cc vvi j n2 p-acp pn31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 52
793 when they have found it, 2 Thess. 1. 3. when they have found it, 2 Thess 1. 3. c-crq pns32 vhb vvn pn31, crd np1 crd crd (5) sermon (DIV1) 166 Image 52
794 And now considering the expresness of all these places, I cannot see, but that any Duty of Religion may be more easily evaded than this; and those who can fansie themselves Christians, And now considering the expressness of all these places, I cannot see, but that any Duty of Religion may be more Easily evaded than this; and those who can fancy themselves Christians, cc av vvg dt n1 pp-f d d n2, pns11 vmbx vvi, cc-acp cst d n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi av-dc av-j vvn cs d; cc d r-crq vmb n1 px32 njpg2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 52
795 and yet continue in the contrary Spirit, and Practice, may conceit themselves religious, though they live in the constant commission of the greatest sins. and yet continue in the contrary Spirit, and Practice, may conceit themselves religious, though they live in the constant commission of the greatest Sins. cc av vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc n1, vmb n1 px32 j, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt js n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 52
796 And if such can quiet their Consciences, and shuffle from all these plain Recommendations and Injunctions; And if such can quiet their Consciences, and shuffle from all these plain Recommendations and Injunctions; cc cs d vmb vvi po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp d d j n2 cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 52
797 they have found a way to escape all the Laws of God, and may, when they please, become Christians, without Christianity: they have found a Way to escape all the Laws of God, and may, when they please, become Christians, without Christianity: pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vmb, c-crq pns32 vvb, vvb np1, p-acp np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 52
798 For the evidence, I have suggested to prove the necessity of this Duty, doth not consist in half Sentences, For the evidence, I have suggested to prove the necessity of this Duty, does not consist in half Sentences, c-acp dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, vdz xx vvi p-acp j-jn n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 52
799 and doubtful Phrases, in fancied Analogies, and far-fetcht Interpretations; but in plain Commands, and frequent Inculcations; and doubtful Phrases, in fancied Analogies, and farfetched Interpretations; but in plain Commands, and frequent Inculcations; cc j n2, p-acp j-vvn n2, cc j n2; cc-acp p-acp n1 vvz, cc j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 52
800 in earnest Intreaties, and pressing Importunities; in repeated Advices, and passionate Commendations: in earnest Entreaties, and pressing Importunities; in repeated Advices, and passionate Commendations: p-acp j n2, cc vvg n2; p-acp vvn n2, cc j n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 52
801 And those whom all these will not move, are Incapable of being perswaded, against their humour, And those whom all these will not move, Are Incapable of being persuaded, against their humour, cc d ro-crq d d vmb xx vvi, vbr j pp-f vbg vvn, p-acp po32 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 52
802 or their interest, to any Duty of Religion. or their Interest, to any Duty of Religion. cc po32 n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 52
803 So that, though I see never so much eagerness for an Opinion, or Heat for an indifferent Circumstance without the conscience of Christian Love; So that, though I see never so much eagerness for an Opinion, or Heat for an indifferent Circumstance without the conscience of Christian Love; av cst, cs pns11 vvb av-x av av-d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f njp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 52
804 I shall never call that forwardness for those little things, Zeal, or Religion: I shall never call that forwardness for those little things, Zeal, or Religion: pns11 vmb av-x vvi d n1 p-acp d j n2, n1, cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 52
805 Yea, though those warm men should sacrifice their Lives to their beloved Trifles, I should not think them Martyrs; but fear rather, that they went from one Fire to another, and a Worse. Yea, though those warm men should sacrifice their Lives to their Beloved Trifles, I should not think them Martyrs; but Fear rather, that they went from one Fire to Another, and a Worse. uh, cs d j n2 vmd vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 j-vvn n2, pns11 vmd xx vvi pno32 n2; p-acp n1 av-c, cst pns32 vvd p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, cc dt jc. (5) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 52
806 And in this I have the great Apostle to warrant me, who saith: And in this I have the great Apostle to warrant me, who Says: cc p-acp d pns11 vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno11, r-crq vvz: (5) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 52
807 Though I give my body to be burned, and have not Charity, it profiteth me nothing, 1 Cor. 13. 3. Thus of the First Head, the Necessity of the duty. Though I give my body to be burned, and have not Charity, it profiteth me nothing, 1 Cor. 13. 3. Thus of the First Head, the Necessity of the duty. cs pns11 vvb po11 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vhb xx n1, pn31 vvz pno11 pix, crd np1 crd crd av pp-f dt ord n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 167 Image 52
808 I Come to the II. the Extent. Our Love ought, (1.) To be extended to all Mankind. I Come to the II the Extent. Our Love ought, (1.) To be extended to all Mankind. pns11 vvb p-acp dt crd dt n1. po12 n1 vmd, (crd) pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 52
809 The more general it is, the more Christian, and the more like unto the Love of God, who causeth his Sun to shine, and his Rain to fall upon the Good, The more general it is, the more Christian, and the more like unto the Love of God, who Causes his Sun to shine, and his Rain to fallen upon the Good, dt av-dc j pn31 vbz, dt av-dc njp, cc dt av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc po31 n1 p-acp vvb p-acp dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 52
810 and upon the Evil. And though our Arms be very short, and the ordinary influence of our kindness and good will, can reach but to a very few, and upon the Evil. And though our Arms be very short, and the ordinary influence of our kindness and good will, can reach but to a very few, cc p-acp dt np1 cc cs po12 n2 vbb av j, cc dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc j n1, vmb vvi cc-acp p-acp dt av d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 52
811 yet we may pray for all men, and desire the good of all the world; and in these we may be charitable without bounds. But these are not all. yet we may pray for all men, and desire the good of all the world; and in these we may be charitable without bounds. But these Are not all. av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, cc vvb dt j pp-f d dt n1; cc p-acp d pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp n2. p-acp d vbr xx d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 52
812 Love obligeth us to relieve the Needy, and help the Distressed, to visit the Sick, Love obliges us to relieve the Needy, and help the Distressed, to visit the Sick, n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi dt j, cc vvi dt j-vvn, pc-acp vvi dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 52
813 and succour the Fatherless and Widows, to strengthen the Weak, and to confirm the Staggering and Doubting, to encourage the Vertuous, and to reprove the Faulty; and succour the Fatherless and Widows, to strengthen the Weak, and to confirm the Staggering and Doubting, to encourage the Virtuous, and to reprove the Faulty; cc vvi dt j cc n2, pc-acp vvi dt j, cc pc-acp vvi dt vvg cc vvg, pc-acp vvi dt j, cc pc-acp vvi dt j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 52
814 and in short, to be ready in all the offices of Kindness, that may promote the good of any man, Spiritual, or Temporal, according to the utmost of our power, and capacity. and in short, to be ready in all the Offices of Kindness, that may promote the good of any man, Spiritual, or Temporal, according to the utmost of our power, and capacity. cc p-acp j, pc-acp vbi j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1, cst vmb vvi dt j pp-f d n1, j, cc j, vvg p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n1, cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 52
815 The good man is Merciful to his Beast, and the Christian ought to be Charitable to his Brother, and his Neighbour; The good man is Merciful to his Beast, and the Christian ought to be Charitable to his Brother, and his Neighbour; dt j n1 vbz j p-acp po31 n1, cc dt njp vmd p-acp vbi j p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 52
816 and every man is our Brother, and every one that Needs us, is our Neighbour: And so our Love ought to extend to all men universally, without limitation; though with this distinction. and every man is our Brother, and every one that Needs us, is our Neighbour: And so our Love ought to extend to all men universally, without limitation; though with this distinction. cc d n1 vbz po12 n1, cc d pi cst vvz pno12, vbz po12 n1: cc av po12 vvb vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 av-j, p-acp n1; cs p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 168 Image 52
817 (II.) That the more especial Objects of our Love ought to be those that agree with us in a common Faith, Gal. 6. 10. that is, All Christians, as Christians, and because such. (II) That the more especial Objects of our Love ought to be those that agree with us in a Common Faith, Gal. 6. 10. that is, All Christians, as Christians, and Because such. (crd) cst dt av-dc j n2 pp-f po12 n1 vmd pc-acp vbi d cst vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd cst vbz, d np1, c-acp np1, cc c-acp d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 52
818 Whatever makes our Brother a Member of the Church Catholick, that gives him a title to our nearer affections, which ought to be as large as that. Whatever makes our Brother a Member of the Church Catholic, that gives him a title to our nearer affections, which ought to be as large as that. r-crq vvz po12 n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 njp, cst vvz pno31 dt n1 p-acp po12 jc n2, r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi a-acp j c-acp d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 52
819 Our Love must not be confin'd by names, and petty agreements, and the interests of Parties, to the corners of a Sect: Our Love must not be confined by names, and Petty agreements, and the interests of Parties, to the corners of a Sect: po12 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n2, cc j n2, cc dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 52
820 but ought to reach as far as Christianity it self, in the largest notion of it. but ought to reach as Far as Christianity it self, in the Largest notion of it. cc-acp vmd pc-acp vvi c-acp av-j c-acp np1 pn31 n1, p-acp dt js n1 pp-f pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 52
821 To love those that are of our Way, Humour, and Opinion, is not Charity, but Self-love; To love those that Are of our Way, Humour, and Opinion, is not Charity, but Self-love; p-acp n1 d cst vbr pp-f po12 n1, n1, cc n1, vbz xx n1, cc-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 52
822 'tis not for Christ's sake, but our own. To Love like Christians, is to Love his Image from whom we are so called, it's not for Christ's sake, but our own. To Love like Christians, is to Love his Image from whom we Are so called, pn31|vbz xx p-acp npg1 n1, cc-acp po12 d. p-acp n1 j njpg2, vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vbr av vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 52
823 And that consists not in demure Looks and affected Phrases, in melting Tones and mimick Gestures, in Heats and Vehemence, in Rapture, and Ecstasie, in systems of Opinion, and scrupulosity about Nothing: And that consists not in demure Looks and affected Phrases, in melting Tones and mimic Gestures, in Heats and Vehemence, in Rapture, and Ecstasy, in systems of Opinion, and scrupulosity about Nothing: cc cst vvz xx p-acp j vvz cc vvn n2, p-acp vvg n2 cc n1 n2, p-acp n2 cc n1, p-acp n1, cc n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp pix: (5) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 52
824 But in Faith, and Patience, Innocence, and Integrity; in Love to God, and Charity to all the World; But in Faith, and Patience, Innocence, and Integrity; in Love to God, and Charity to all the World; cc-acp p-acp n1, cc n1, n1, cc n1; p-acp vvb p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp d dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 52
825 in a modest sweetness, and humble Deportment; in a peaceable Spirit, and readiness to obey God, and Those He hath set over Us: in a modest sweetness, and humble Deportment; in a peaceable Spirit, and readiness to obey God, and Those He hath Set over Us: p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1; p-acp dt j n1, cc n1 p-acp vvb np1, cc d pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 52
826 Where-ever These are, there is the Image of our Lord, and There ought to be our Love; Wherever These Are, there is the Image of our Lord, and There ought to be our Love; j d vbr, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc a-acp vmd p-acp vbi po12 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 52
827 though the persons thus affected, are Ignorant of many things, and err in many; though the Persons thus affected, Are Ignorant of many things, and err in many; cs dt n2 av vvn, vbr j pp-f d n2, cc vvi p-acp d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 52
828 though they differ from us in some Opinions we count Orthodox, and walk not in the particular ways or Circumstances which We esteem Best. though they differ from us in Some Opinions we count Orthodox, and walk not in the particular ways or circumstances which We esteem Best. cs pns32 vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb n1, cc vvb xx p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 r-crq pns12 vvb av-js. (5) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 52
829 And thus briefly of the Extent of the Duty, we ought to Love ALL MEN, but especially ALL Christians, I descend to the Third general, viz. And thus briefly of the Extent of the Duty, we ought to Love ALL MEN, but especially ALL Christians, I descend to the Third general, viz. cc av av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi av-d n2, p-acp av-j av-d np1, pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord j, n1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 169 Image 52
830 (III.) The Excellency of Christian Love, which I represent in the following particulars. (I.) IT is the Image of God; (III.) The Excellency of Christian Love, which I represent in the following particulars. (I) IT is the Image of God; (np1.) dt n1 pp-f njp n1, r-crq pns11 vvi p-acp dt vvg n2-j. (uh) pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 170 Image 52
831 and of all the graces renders us most like our Maker: and of all the graces renders us most like our Maker: cc pp-f d dt n2 vvz pno12 av-ds j po12 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 171 Image 52
832 For God is love, and the Lover of men; and his tender Mercies are over all his Works: For God is love, and the Lover of men; and his tender mercies Are over all his Works: c-acp np1 vbz n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2; cc po31 j n2 vbr p-acp d po31 vvz: (5) sermon (DIV1) 171 Image 52
833 And the most sutable apprehension we can form of his Being, is, to look on him as an Omnipotent, Omniscient, Immutable Goodness. And the most suitable apprehension we can from of his Being, is, to look on him as an Omnipotent, Omniscient, Immutable goodness. cc dt av-ds j n1 pns12 vmb vvi pp-f po31 vbg, vbz, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j, j, j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 171 Image 52
834 And is it not a glorious Excellency, that makes Men like the fountain of all perfection? Our unhappy first Parents lost Paradise, by aspiring to be like God in Knowledge: And is it not a glorious Excellency, that makes Men like the fountain of all perfection? Our unhappy First Parents lost Paradise, by aspiring to be like God in Knowledge: cc vbz pn31 xx dt j n1, cst vvz n2 av-j dt n1 pp-f d n1? np1 j-u ord n2 vvn n1, p-acp vvg pc-acp vbi j np1 p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 171 Image 52
835 and if we endeavour to be like him in Love, we shall be in the way of gaining a better Paradise than they lost. and if we endeavour to be like him in Love, we shall be in the Way of gaining a better Paradise than they lost. cc cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi av-j pno31 p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt jc n1 cs pns32 vvd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 171 Image 52
836 (II.) LOVE is the Spirit of Angels, Glorified Souls, and the best of Men. (II) LOVE is the Spirit of Angels, Glorified Souls, and the best of Men. (crd) n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, vvn n2, cc dt js pp-f n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
837 There is nothing by which the Angelical nature is so much distinguish'd from the Diabolical, as Love, and Goodness; There is nothing by which the Angelical nature is so much distinguished from the Diabolical, as Love, and goodness; pc-acp vbz pix p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vbz av av-d vvn p-acp dt j, c-acp n1, cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
838 for the Devils have Spiritual, and Immortal natures, and great degrees of Power and Knowledge; for the Devils have Spiritual, and Immortal nature's, and great Degrees of Power and Knowledge; p-acp dt n2 vhb j, cc j n2, cc j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
839 and those perhaps not much inferiour to what is to be found in some of the better Spirits: and those perhaps not much inferior to what is to be found in Some of the better Spirits: cc d av xx d j-jn p-acp r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d pp-f dt jc n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
840 so that the great difference is not in the excess of natural perfections, which the Angels of Light have above those of Darkness; so that the great difference is not in the excess of natural perfections, which the Angels of Light have above those of Darkness; av cst dt j n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vhb p-acp d pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
841 but in this, that the former abound in Love, Sweetness, and Benignity; and the latter, in Malice, Cruelty, and Revenge; but in this, that the former abound in Love, Sweetness, and Benignity; and the latter, in Malice, Cruelty, and Revenge; cc-acp p-acp d, cst dt j vvi p-acp n1, n1, cc n1; cc dt d, p-acp n1, n1, cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
842 these are the very Image of Satan, and Spirit of Hell. Whereas all the Celestial Inhabitants live in the joyful exercise of uninterrupted Love and endearments: these Are the very Image of Satan, and Spirit of Hell. Whereas all the Celestial Inhabitants live in the joyful exercise of uninterrupted Love and endearments: d vbr dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 pp-f n1. cs d dt j n2 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-vvn n1 cc n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
843 Nor is that Love confined to the blessed and glorified Company, but it sheds it self abroad upon the nether world; Nor is that Love confined to the blessed and glorified Company, but it sheds it self abroad upon the neither world; ccx vbz cst n1 vvn p-acp dt j-vvn cc vvn n1, cc-acp pn31 vvz pn31 n1 av p-acp dt j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
844 and they are Ministring Spirits for our good, Heb. 1. 14. They so far Love us, that they can stoop from Heaven to serve us. and they Are Ministering Spirits for our good, Hebrew 1. 14. They so Far Love us, that they can stoop from Heaven to serve us. cc pns32 vbr j-vvg n2 p-acp po12 j, np1 crd crd pns32 av av-j vvb pno12, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno12. (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
845 There is Joy there at the Conversion of a Sinner; There is Joy there At the Conversion of a Sinner; pc-acp vbz n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
846 and no doubt there is Love to converted Saints, and care and pity for all the rest of Men. and no doubt there is Love to converted Saints, and care and pity for all the rest of Men. cc dx n1 pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp vvn n2, cc n1 cc vvi p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
847 For the spirits of the just made perfect are freed from their froward humours, and pettish natures, their mistaken Zeal, For the spirits of the just made perfect Are freed from their froward humours, and pettish nature's, their mistaken Zeal, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j vvd j vbr vvn p-acp po32 j n2, cc j n2, po32 j-vvn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
848 and fondness of Opinions, which straitned their Affections while they were on Earth: and fondness of Opinions, which straitened their Affections while they were on Earth: cc n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vvd po32 n2 cs pns32 vbdr p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
849 and now they are inlarged by the vast improvements of their Knowledge, and accomplishment of their Vertue; and now they Are enlarged by the vast improvements of their Knowledge, and accomplishment of their Virtue; cc av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
850 by a fuller sense of Divine Love, and of their Duty; by the genius of their company, and the imployment of the happy Place. by a fuller sense of Divine Love, and of their Duty; by the genius of their company, and the employment of the happy Place. p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cc pp-f po32 n1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
851 So that in Heaven all are truly Catholick in their Affections: And the better any man is, the more he is so upon Earth: So that in Heaven all Are truly Catholic in their Affections: And the better any man is, the more he is so upon Earth: av cst p-acp n1 d vbr av-j njp p-acp po32 n2: cc dt av-jc d n1 vbz, dt av-dc pns31 vbz av p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 172 Image 52
852 The good man makes not himself his center, nor are his thoughts wholly engrost about his own concernments; The good man makes not himself his centre, nor Are his thoughts wholly engrossed about his own concernments; dt j n1 vvz xx px31 po31 n1, ccx vbr po31 n2 av-jn vvn p-acp po31 d n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 173 Image 52
853 but he is carefully solicitous for the general benefit, and never so much pleased as when he is made an instrument of Divine Goodness, to promote the interests of his Christian brethren. but he is carefully solicitous for the general benefit, and never so much pleased as when he is made an Instrument of Divine goodness, to promote the interests of his Christian brothers. cc-acp pns31 vbz av-j j p-acp dt j n1, cc av-x av av-d vvn a-acp c-crq pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 np1 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 173 Image 52
854 'Twas an high strain of Love in Moses, exprest towards the Transgressing Israelites, when he was content to be blotted out of Gods Book, rather than that their Sin should not be blotted out, Exod. 32. 32. And St. Paul was no less Zealously affectionate towards the Jews, 'Twas an high strain of Love in Moses, expressed towards the Transgressing Israelites, when he was content to be blotted out of God's Book, rather than that their since should not be blotted out, Exod 32. 32. And Saint Paul was no less Zealously affectionate towards the jews, pn31|vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vvn p-acp dt j-vvg np2, c-crq pns31 vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f npg1 n1, av-c cs cst po32 n1 vmd xx vbi vvn av, np1 crd crd cc n1 np1 vbds av-dx av-dc av-j j p-acp dt np2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 173 Image 52
855 when he said, he could wish himself accursed from Christ, viz. separated from Christian communion as a most vile and abject person, when he said, he could wish himself accursed from christ, viz. separated from Christian communion as a most vile and abject person, c-crq pns31 vvd, pns31 vmd vvi px31 vvn p-acp np1, n1 vvn p-acp njp n1 p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 173 Image 52
856 for their sakes, Rom. 9. 3. These were spirits whom Religion and Divine Love had enlarged: for their sakes, Rom. 9. 3. These were spirits whom Religion and Divine Love had enlarged: p-acp po32 n2, np1 crd crd np1 vbdr n2 ro-crq n1 cc j-jn n1 vhd vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 173 Image 52
857 and the more any man advanceth in Christianity, the nearer he approacheth to this generous, heroick temper. and the more any man Advanceth in Christianity, the nearer he Approaches to this generous, heroic temper. cc dt av-dc d n1 vvz p-acp np1, dt av-jc pns31 vvz p-acp d j, j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 173 Image 52
858 (III.) LOVE is an eminent branch of the Divine Life, and Nature. (III.) LOVE is an eminent branch of the Divine Life, and Nature. (np1.) n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
859 Love is of God, and every one that Loveth, is born of God, saith the Apostle, 1 John 4. 7, 8. The Divine Nature in us, is the Image of God Pourtray'd, Love is of God, and every one that Loves, is born of God, Says the Apostle, 1 John 4. 7, 8. The Divine Nature in us, is the Image of God Portrayed, n1 vbz pp-f np1, cc d pi cst vvz, vbz vvn pp-f np1, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
860 and lively drawn upon the regenerated Soul; and I noted before, that Love is the vital Image of our Maker; and lively drawn upon the regenerated Soul; and I noted before, that Love is the vital Image of our Maker; cc av-j vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1; cc pns11 vvd a-acp, cst n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
861 'tis His spirit infused into us, and growing in us; and upon that account to be preferred before all Gifts, and natural Perfections: it's His Spirit infused into us, and growing in us; and upon that account to be preferred before all Gifts, and natural Perfections: pn31|vbz po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno12, cc vvg p-acp pno12; cc p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2, cc j n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
862 as St. Paul hath done it in the mentioned 1 Cor. 13. And the common Gifts of the Spirit differ from this special Grace, as Saint Paul hath done it in the mentioned 1 Cor. 13. And the Common Gifts of the Spirit differ from this special Grace, c-acp n1 np1 vhz vdn pn31 p-acp dt vvn crd np1 crd cc dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp d j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
863 as the Painters Picture doth from his Son: as the Painters Picture does from his Son: c-acp dt ng1 n1 vdz p-acp po31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
864 His Counterfeit may indeed, in a superficial appearance to the Eye, resemble him more than his Child; His Counterfeit may indeed, in a superficial appearance to the Eye, resemble him more than his Child; png31 n1 vmb av, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb pno31 av-dc cs po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
865 but yet it is but an empty shadow, destitute, and incapable of his Life, and Nature: but yet it is but an empty shadow, destitute, and incapable of his Life, and Nature: cc-acp av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, j, cc j pp-f po31 n1, cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
866 So there are a sort of Gifts, that have a spiritual appearance, and may, to those that see things at distance, So there Are a sort of Gifts, that have a spiritual appearance, and may, to those that see things At distance, av a-acp vbr dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vhb dt j n1, cc vmb, p-acp d cst vvb n2 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
867 or have not their senses exercised, seem more like the divine nature, than this modest vertue: or have not their Senses exercised, seem more like the divine nature, than this modest virtue: cc vhb xx po32 n2 vvn, vvb av-dc av-j dt j-jn n1, cs d j n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
868 But those that come near them, and are better able to discern, perceive that in themselves they are without the Divine Life, But those that come near them, and Are better able to discern, perceive that in themselves they Are without the Divine Life, cc-acp d cst vvb av-j pno32, cc vbr jc j pc-acp vvi, vvb cst p-acp px32 pns32 vbr p-acp dt j-jn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
869 and Motion, and are meer Lifeless Pictures. and Motion, and Are mere Lifeless Pictures. cc n1, cc vbr j j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
870 And here I dare say, that the happiest faculty to Preach Plausibly, and Pray with Fluency, and Eloquence; And Here I Dare say, that the Happiest faculty to Preach Plausibly, and Pray with Fluency, and Eloquence; cc av pns11 vvb vvi, cst dt js n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, cc vvb p-acp n1, cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
871 to Discourse Devoutly, and readily to Interpret Scripture, if it be not joyned with a benign and charitable spirit, is no participation of the God-like life and nature; to Discourse Devoutly, and readily to Interpret Scripture, if it be not joined with a benign and charitable Spirit, is no participation of the Godlike life and nature; p-acp n1 av-j, cc av-j pc-acp vvi n1, cs pn31 vbb xx vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, vbz dx n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
872 nor indeed any more Divine, than those common gifts, and natural parts, which those that think highly of themselves upon these accounts, despise. nor indeed any more Divine, than those Common Gifts, and natural parts, which those that think highly of themselves upon these accounts, despise. ccx av d dc j-jn, cs d j n2, cc j n2, r-crq d cst vvb av-j pp-f px32 p-acp d n2, vvb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
873 For very Evil men have been eminent in these accomplishments, and Wicked Spirits are without question endowed with them; For very Evil men have been eminent in these accomplishments, and Wicked Spirits Are without question endowed with them; p-acp av j-jn n2 vhb vbn j p-acp d n2, cc j n2 vbr p-acp n1 vvn p-acp pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
874 and they are of themselves arguments of nothing but a faculty of Imitation, a devotional Complexion, and warm Imagination: and they Are of themselves Arguments of nothing but a faculty of Imitation, a devotional Complexion, and warm Imagination: cc pns32 vbr pp-f px32 n2 pp-f pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1, cc j n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
875 Whereas on the other hand, Charity, and Christian Love are good Evidence of a Renewed state, and nature. Whereas on the other hand, Charity, and Christian Love Are good Evidence of a Renewed state, and nature. cs p-acp dt j-jn n1, n1, cc njp n1 vbr j n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
876 Our Saviour made it a Character, Joh. 13. and the Apostle concludes from it, 1 John 3. 14. By this we know that we are passed from death to life, because we love the Brethren. Our Saviour made it a Character, John 13. and the Apostle concludes from it, 1 John 3. 14. By this we know that we Are passed from death to life, Because we love the Brothers. po12 n1 vvd pn31 dt n1, np1 crd cc dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31, crd np1 crd crd p-acp d pns12 vvb cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vvb dt n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
877 And if this be a Mark, and St. John be not mistaken, I doubt that some who are very gracious, by many Signs of their own, will want one of Christs, to prove their comfortable presumption. And if this be a Mark, and Saint John be not mistaken, I doubt that Some who Are very gracious, by many Signs of their own, will want one of Christ, to prove their comfortable presumption. cc cs d vbb dt vvb, cc n1 np1 vbi xx vvn, pns11 vvb cst d r-crq vbr j j, p-acp d n2 pp-f po32 d, vmb vvi crd pp-f npg1, pc-acp vvi po32 j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 174 Image 52
878 (IV.) LOVE is the bond and tye of Christian Communion; (IV.) LOVE is the bound and tie of Christian Communion; (np1) n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f njp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 52
879 How can two walk together except they are agreed? The Church is a Body consisting of many Members, which unless they Unite, How can two walk together except they Are agreed? The Church is a Body consisting of many Members, which unless they Unite, c-crq vmb crd n1 av c-acp pns32 vbr vvn? dt n1 vbz dt n1 vvg pp-f d n2, r-crq cs pns32 vvb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 52
880 and send their mutual supplies one to another, the whole is distempered, and in the ready way to Death and Dissolution. and send their mutual supplies one to Another, the Whole is distempered, and in the ready Way to Death and Dissolution. cc vvi po32 j n2 pi p-acp n-jn, dt j-jn vbz vvn, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 52
881 Now Charity is that vital Cement whereby they are United, and the Soul by which the common body lives; Now Charity is that vital Cement whereby they Are United, and the Soul by which the Common body lives; av n1 vbz d j n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vvz; (5) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 52
882 that whereby the League between the members is preserved, and health with it. When this decays, sad symptoms, and mortal evils follow. that whereby the League between the members is preserved, and health with it. When this decays, sad symptoms, and Mortal evils follow. cst c-crq dt n1 p-acp dt n2 vbz vvn, cc n1 p-acp pn31. c-crq d n2, j n2, cc j-jn n2-jn vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 52
883 We see in Nature, the great Fabrick of the World is maintained by the mutual Friendship, and conspiracy of its parts; We see in Nature, the great Fabric of the World is maintained by the mutual Friendship, and Conspiracy of its parts; pns12 vvb p-acp n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 52
884 which should they universally fall out, and break the bond of Amity that is between them; which should they universally fallen out, and break the bound of Amity that is between them; r-crq vmd pns32 av-j vvi av, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 52
885 should they act their Antipathies upon each other; yea, should they but cease to serve one another for the general good; should they act their Antipathies upon each other; yea, should they but cease to serve one Another for the general good; vmd pns32 vvi po32 n2 p-acp d n-jn; uh, vmd pns32 p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pi j-jn p-acp dt j j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 52
886 the whole frame would be dissolved, and all things shuffled into their old Chaos, and Abyss. the Whole frame would be dissolved, and all things shuffled into their old Chaos, and Abyss. dt j-jn n1 vmd vbi vvn, cc d n2 vvn p-acp po32 j n1, cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 52
887 And the greatest evils that have, or can happen to the Church, have been the effects of the Decay of Charity, And the greatest evils that have, or can happen to the Church, have been the effects of the Decay of Charity, cc dt js n2-jn cst vhb, cc vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, vhb vbn dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 52
888 and those intestine Divisions that have grown up in it. From these she hath always suffered more, than from external persecutions: and those intestine Divisions that have grown up in it. From these she hath always suffered more, than from external persecutions: cc d j n2 cst vhb vvn a-acp p-acp pn31. p-acp d pns31 vhz av vvn av-dc, cs p-acp j n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 52
889 The flames within have consumed her, when those from without, have only sindg'd her garments. The flames within have consumed her, when those from without, have only singed her garments. dt n2 a-acp vhb vvn pno31, c-crq d p-acp a-acp, vhb av-j vvn po31 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 175 Image 52
890 (V.) LOVE is the most Catholick grace, and upon that account the most excellent; (V.) LOVE is the most Catholic grace, and upon that account the most excellent; (np1) n1 vbz dt av-ds njp n1, cc p-acp d n1 dt av-ds j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 176 Image 52
891 since that which promotes the good of the whole, is better than any private perfection: since that which promotes the good of the Whole, is better than any private perfection: c-acp d r-crq vvz dt j pp-f dt j-jn, vbz jc cs d j n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 176 Image 52
892 for which reason, things in nature will quit their particular interests, when the common good so requireth; for which reason, things in nature will quit their particular interests, when the Common good so requires; p-acp r-crq n1, n2 p-acp n1 vmb vvi po32 j n2, c-crq dt j j av vvz; (5) sermon (DIV1) 176 Image 52
893 as heavy bodies will ascend, and light bodies descend, to prevent a chasm, and breach in Nature. as heavy bodies will ascend, and Light bodies descend, to prevent a chasm, and breach in Nature. c-acp j n2 vmb vvi, cc j n2 vvi, pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc n1 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 176 Image 52
894 Now of all the divine vertues, there is none of so large an influence, as Love; 'tis a grace designed for the good of the community, Now of all the divine Virtues, there is none of so large an influence, as Love; it's a grace designed for the good of the community, av pp-f d dt j-jn n2, pc-acp vbz pix pp-f av j dt n1, c-acp vvb; pn31|vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 176 Image 52
895 as the principle of self-Love is for the preservation of particular beings. as the principle of self-Love is for the preservation of particular beings. c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 176 Image 52
896 This stirs up our endeavours for the good of others, and especially for the general good. This stirs up our endeavours for the good of Others, and especially for the general good. np1 vvz p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt j pp-f n2-jn, cc av-j p-acp dt j j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 176 Image 52
897 The Church receives no wound, but Love feels the smart of it; nor is any member of it afflicted, but Love is grieved. The Church receives no wound, but Love feels the smart of it; nor is any member of it afflicted, but Love is grieved. dt n1 vvz dx n1, cc-acp n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31; ccx vbz d n1 pp-f pn31 vvn, cc-acp n1 vbz vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 176 Image 52
898 This is the very Spirit of our dear Lord, who was touched with a feeling of our Infirmities. And to these I add this last. This is the very Spirit of our dear Lord, who was touched with a feeling of our Infirmities. And to these I add this last. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 j-jn n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n1. cc p-acp d pns11 vvb d ord. (5) sermon (DIV1) 176 Image 52
899 (VI.) LOVE commends Christianity to those without, and cleanseth the Profession of it from many Spots it hath contracted within. (VI.) LOVE commends Christianity to those without, and Cleanseth the Profession of it from many Spots it hath contracted within. (crd.) n1 vvz np1 p-acp d p-acp, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n2 pn31 vhz vvn a-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
900 The generality of men are not able to judge of Religions themselves, but usually reckon of them, The generality of men Are not able to judge of Religions themselves, but usually reckon of them, dt n1 pp-f n2 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pp-f n2 px32, cc-acp av-j vvi pp-f pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
901 as they do of their Professors. Whatever is excellent, or else unworthy, in a Votary of Religion, redounds to the credit, as they do of their Professors. Whatever is excellent, or Else unworthy, in a Votary of Religion, redounds to the credit, c-acp pns32 vdb pp-f po32 n2. r-crq vbz j, cc av j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
902 or disparagement, of the Religion he hath adopted: or disparagement, of the Religion he hath adopted: cc n1, pp-f dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
903 So that, were the charity and goodness of Christianity transcribed into the lives of Christians, it would ravish the eyes of all Beholders, and out-shine all other Professions. So that, were the charity and Goodness of Christianity transcribed into the lives of Christians, it would ravish the eyes of all Beholders, and outshine all other Professions. av cst, vbdr dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pn31 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f d n2, cc vvi d j-jn n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
904 Men would more easily be perswaded to believe that Religion to be from God, whose Professors they saw to be so God-like. Men would more Easily be persuaded to believe that Religion to be from God, whose Professors they saw to be so Godlike. np1 vmd av-dc av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp np1, rg-crq n2 pns32 vvd pc-acp vbi av j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
905 Love and goodness prevail where nothing else will; these win and captivate the Soul; Love and Goodness prevail where nothing Else will; these win and captivate the Soul; n1 cc n1 vvi c-crq pix av vmb; d vvb cc vvi dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
906 And such conquests are better, and more noble than either those of Arts, or Arms, which only bring the body under. And such conquests Are better, and more noble than either those of Arts, or Arms, which only bring the body under. cc d n2 vbr jc, cc av-dc j cs d d pp-f n2, cc n2, r-crq av-j vvb dt n1 p-acp. (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
907 'Tis but small credit to any Religion to cut its way by the Sword, or gain upon the world by Power, or Policy; It's but small credit to any Religion to Cut its Way by the Sword, or gain upon the world by Power, or Policy; pn31|vbz p-acp j n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
908 That which opens it self a passage by its native loveliness, and beauty, is the most Illustrious, That which Opens it self a passage by its native loveliness, and beauty, is the most Illustrious, cst r-crq vvz pn31 n1 dt n1 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, cc n1, vbz dt av-ds j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
909 and makes the surest, and most generous Conquests. And were Christendom but Christian in this regard, and the Professors of the true Religion, and makes the Surest, and most generous Conquests. And were Christendom but Christian in this regard, and the Professors of the true Religion, cc vvz dt js, cc av-ds j n2. cc vbdr np1 p-acp njp p-acp d n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
910 truly Religious, that is, abounding in that charity, and goodness, which Christianity enjoyns; truly Religious, that is, abounding in that charity, and Goodness, which Christianity enjoins; av-j j, cst vbz, vvg p-acp d n1, cc n1, r-crq np1 vvz; (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
911 our Religion would spread its wings through the World, and all contrary Professions would lie in the dust before it: our Religion would spread its wings through the World, and all contrary Professions would lie in the dust before it: po12 n1 vmd vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc d j-jn n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
912 Whereas the Divisions, and fatal feuds of Paganized, degenerated Christendom, are now the great partition-Wall between Us, and the Heathen-World; Whereas the Divisions, and fatal feuds of Paganized, degenerated Christendom, Are now the great partition-Wall between Us, and the Heathen world; cs dt n2, cc j n2 pp-f vvn, vvn np1, vbr av dt j n1 p-acp pno32, cc dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
913 yea, they are more particularly the great scandal of the Reformation, and make us the scorn of Those of Rome. yea, they Are more particularly the great scandal of the Reformation, and make us the scorn of Those of Room. uh, pns32 vbr av-dc av-j dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvb pno12 dt n1 pp-f d pp-f vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 177 Image 52
914 And O that They that speak and pray much against the Beast, would not prove instrumental to uphold his Throne! And O that They that speak and pray much against the Beast, would not prove instrumental to uphold his Throne! cc np1 cst pns32 cst vvb cc vvb d p-acp dt n1, vmd xx vvi j pc-acp vvi po31 n1! (5) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 52
915 We expect, and hope for glorious times when the Man of Sin is faln; and doubtless there shall be such: We expect, and hope for glorious times when the Man of since is fallen; and doubtless there shall be such: pns12 vvb, cc vvb p-acp j n2 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn; cc av-j a-acp vmb vbi d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 52
916 But then the glory of those times consists not in external rule, or dominion of the Church, But then the glory of those times consists not in external Rule, or dominion of the Church, cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvz xx p-acp j n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 52
917 but in the Universal Restauration of it to its primitive Simplicity, and Purity: but in the Universal Restauration of it to its primitive Simplicity, and Purity: cc-acp p-acp dt j-u n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 j n1, cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 52
918 Then will the Church be Glorious indeed, when all Christians shall unite upon the Foundation of an Holy Life, Then will the Church be Glorious indeed, when all Christians shall unite upon the Foundation of an Holy Life, av vmb dt n1 vbb j av, c-crq d np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 52
919 and the joynt Profession of the few, plain, Fundamentals of Faith: When they shall make real Goodness the Object of their affections towards each other; and the joint Profession of the few, plain, Fundamentals of Faith: When they shall make real goodness the Object of their affections towards each other; cc dt j n1 pp-f dt d, j, n2-j pp-f n1: c-crq pns32 vmb vvi j n1 dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp d n-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 52
920 and all Differences in Opinions and dispensable Practices, the Objects of their mutual Forbearance: When such times as these shall come, then doth the Reign of Christ begin: and all Differences in Opinions and dispensable Practices, the Objects of their mutual Forbearance: When such times as these shall come, then does the Reign of christ begin: cc d n2 p-acp n2 cc j n2, dt n2 pp-f po32 j n1: c-crq d n2 c-acp d vmb vvi, av vdz dt vvi pp-f np1 vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 52
921 And this is the true, and wish't Millennium. Now we cannot expect those glorious days which are to Commence upon the Fall of Anti-christ, till we see all Christians sincerely set upon Destroying what is Anti-christian in themselves. And this is the true, and wished Millennium. Now we cannot expect those glorious days which Are to Commence upon the Fallen of Antichrist, till we see all Christians sincerely Set upon Destroying what is Antichristian in themselves. cc d vbz dt j, cc j-vvn np1. av pns12 vmbx vvi d j n2 r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns12 vvb d np1 av-j vvn p-acp vvg r-crq vbz j p-acp px32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 52
922 Anti-christ will not be overthrown by our declaiming against Him, and spitting the fire of Rage at the Infallible Chair. Antichrist will not be overthrown by our declaiming against Him, and spitting the fire of Rage At the Infallible Chair. np1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp po12 n-vvg p-acp pno31, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 52
923 It will be to better purpose for us to examine what of Anti-christianism remains in our selves: It will be to better purpose for us to examine what of Antichristianism remains in our selves: pn31 vmb vbi p-acp jc n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi r-crq pp-f j vvz p-acp po12 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 52
924 And while Rancour, and Bitterness, Rage, and Animosities upon the Account of Difference in smaller Opinions are in our Borders, Anti-christ hath a Throne among us; And while Rancour, and Bitterness, Rage, and Animosities upon the Account of Difference in smaller Opinions Are in our Borders, Antichrist hath a Throne among us; cc cs n1, cc n1, n1, cc n2 p-acp dt vvb pp-f n1 p-acp jc n2 vbr p-acp po12 n2, np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp pno12; (5) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 52
925 and there is nothing could be so Effectual a Blow at the Root of Anti-christianism, as the exercise of Charity and Catholick Goodness. and there is nothing could be so Effectual a Blow At the Root of Antichristianism, as the exercise of Charity and Catholic goodness. cc pc-acp vbz pix vmd vbi av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc njp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 52
926 And when we see these take place, then may we Triumphantly sing forth, BABYLON IS FALN. And when we see these take place, then may we Triumphantly sing forth, BABYLON IS FALLEN. cc c-crq pns12 vvb d vvi n1, av vmb pns12 av-j vvb av, np1 vbz vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 178 Image 52
927 I Come now Fourthly to the Means of attaining this excellent and Catholick Temper; And I propose them by way of DIRECTION, CONSIDERATION, and CAUTION. The DIRECTIONS are these: I Come now Fourthly to the Means of attaining this excellent and Catholic Temper; And I propose them by Way of DIRECTION, CONSIDERATION, and CAUTION. The DIRECTIONS Are these: pns11 vvb av ord p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvg d j cc njp vvi; cc pns11 vvb pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1. dt n2 vbr d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 179 Image 52
928 (I.) Acknowledge worth in any man. (I) Acknowledge worth in any man. (uh) vvb n1 p-acp d n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
929 Whatever is good is from God, and He is to be lov'd, and owned in all things; Whatever is good is from God, and He is to be loved, and owned in all things; r-crq vbz j vbz p-acp np1, cc pns31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvd p-acp d n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
930 as well in the Paint upon the Butter-flies wing, as in the glorious, uniform lustre of the Sun; as well in the Paint upon the Butterflies wing, as in the glorious, uniform lustre of the Sun; c-acp av p-acp dt vvb p-acp dt n2 n1, c-acp p-acp dt j, j n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
931 as well in the composure of the little Ant, as in the vast Bodies of the Whale, or Elephant; as well in the composure of the little Ant, as in the vast Bodies of the Whale, or Elephant; c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
932 In the least Herb under our feet, as well as in the Stupendous Fabrick of the Heavens over us: In the least Herb under our feet, as well as in the Stupendous Fabric of the Heavens over us: p-acp dt ds n1 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp pno12: (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
933 And moral Perfections are to be acknowledg'd, as well as these natural ones: And moral Perfections Are to be acknowledged, as well as these natural ones: cc j n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp av c-acp d j pi2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
934 We are to love Vertue in an Heathen, and whatever is Well, or Worthy in those, whose Apprehensions are most distant from our own: We Are to love Virtue in an Heathen, and whatever is Well, or Worthy in those, whose Apprehensions Are most distant from our own: pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j-jn, cc r-crq vbz av, cc j-jn p-acp d, rg-crq n2 vbr av-ds j p-acp po12 d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
935 And we must take care that we make not our Relish, the Measure of Worth and Goodness: And we must take care that we make not our Relish, the Measure of Worth and goodness: cc pns12 vmb vvi n1 cst pns12 vvb xx po12 vvb, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
936 Say not this is excellent, because 'tis agreeable to your particular Palates; Say not this is excellent, Because it's agreeable to your particular Palates; vvb xx d vbz j, c-acp pn31|vbz j p-acp po22 j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
937 and that on the other hand is Vile, and Loathsom, because 'tis distastful to your Gust and Genius: and that on the other hand is Vile, and Loathsome, Because it's distasteful to your Gust and Genius: cc cst p-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz j, cc j, c-acp pn31|vbz j p-acp po22 n1 cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
938 There are various kinds, and degrees of Excellency, which differently affect the diversity of Tempers, and Constitutions; There Are various Kinds, and Degrees of Excellency, which differently affect the diversity of Tempers, and Constitutions; a-acp vbr j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq av-j vvb dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
939 And, at the best, we are Imperfectly good, and therefore cannot be the Measure of it. And, At the best, we Are Imperfectly good, and Therefore cannot be the Measure of it. cc, p-acp dt js, pns12 vbr av-j j, cc av vmbx vbi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
940 Let us then be so Ingenuous as to own the vertue and the goodness that is in all parties, Let us then be so Ingenuous as to own the virtue and the Goodness that is in all parties, vvb pno12 av vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 cst vbz p-acp d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
941 and Opinions, Let us commend and love it: and Opinions, Let us commend and love it: cc n2, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
942 This will be a means to sweeten our Spirits, and to remove the Animosities we are apt to conceive against the Persons of Dissenters; This will be a means to sweeten our Spirits, and to remove the Animosities we Are apt to conceive against the Persons of Dissenters; d vmb vbi dt n2 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
943 and 'twill ingage them on the other hand, to a greater kindness for us, and so Lessen our Distance, and Disagreements. and it'll engage them on the other hand, to a greater kindness for us, and so Lessen our Distance, and Disagreements. cc pn31|vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp pno12, cc av vvi po12 n1, cc n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 180 Image 52
944 There is a kind of Spirit among some, which is so different from that Charity, which thinketh no Evil, 1 Cor. 13. that it thinks nothing else concerning those of a differing Judgement, There is a kind of Spirit among Some, which is so different from that Charity, which Thinketh no Evil, 1 Cor. 13. that it thinks nothing Else Concerning those of a differing Judgement, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, r-crq vbz av j p-acp d n1, r-crq vvz dx j-jn, crd np1 crd d pn31 vvz pix av vvg d pp-f dt j-vvg n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
945 but that their Vertues are dull Morality; and their Piety, Hypocritical Pretensions; or what-ever Worse Ill-will can Invent, and Rage can say: but that their Virtues Are dull Morality; and their Piety, Hypocritical Pretensions; or whatever Worse Ill-will can Invent, and Rage can say: cc-acp cst po32 n2 vbr j n1; cc po32 n1, j n2; cc j jc j vmb vvi, cc n1 vmb vvi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
946 They will not believe that to be a Jewel, which they find among so much supposed Rubbish. They will not believe that to be a Jewel, which they find among so much supposed Rubbish. pns32 vmb xx vvi cst pc-acp vbi dt n1, r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp av d j-vvn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
947 But let us take Care, that we deny not God the Honour of his Gifts, and Graces; But let us take Care, that we deny not God the Honour of his Gifts, and Graces; cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi n1, cst pns12 vvb xx np1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
948 or proudly fancy that he hath given us the Monopoly: or proudly fancy that he hath given us the Monopoly: cc av-j vvi cst pns31 vhz vvn pno12 dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
949 This is contrary to that Charity which is not puffed up, and doth not behave it self unseemly. This is contrary to that Charity which is not puffed up, and does not behave it self unseemly. d vbz j-jn p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz xx vvn a-acp, cc vdz xx vvi pn31 n1 av-j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
950 Or, if we could modestly suppose, that there is nothing but Ignorance, and mistake among all those who are not of our Opinion; Or, if we could modestly suppose, that there is nothing but Ignorance, and mistake among all those who Are not of our Opinion; cc, cs pns12 vmd av-j vvi, cst pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1, cc vvb p-acp d d r-crq vbr xx pp-f po12 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
951 yet however, their Vertues ought to be acknowledg'd: The Son of God was to be Worshipped, even when he lay in the Stable; yet however, their Virtues ought to be acknowledged: The Son of God was to be Worshipped, even when he lay in the Stable; av a-acp, po32 n2 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn: dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn, av c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
952 and the Ark to be owned, when among the Philistins. ('Tis a sign that we love God for himself, and the Ark to be owned, when among the philistines. (It's a Signen that we love God for himself, cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi j-vvn, c-crq p-acp dt njp2. (pn31|vbz dt n1 cst pns12 vvb np1 p-acp px31, (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
953 if we Love him every where) And indeed, that Worth is more to be admired that grows up in an uncultivated Soyl, if we Love him every where) And indeed, that Worth is more to be admired that grows up in an uncultivated Soil, cs pns12 vvb pno31 d c-crq) cc av, cst n1 vbz av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn cst vvz a-acp p-acp dt vvn n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
954 and among the Weeds of Errour, and false Principles: and among the Weeds of Error, and false Principles: cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc j n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
955 To find a Rose, or Tulip in a Garden, is a common thing, and merits less of our regard; To find a Rose, or Tulip in a Garden, is a Common thing, and merits less of our regard; p-acp vvi dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz dt j n1, cc vvz dc pp-f po12 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
956 but to meet with them in the High-way, or open Fields, this ingageth our nearer Notice, but to meet with them in the Highway, or open Fields, this engageth our nearer Notice, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc j n2, d vvz po12 jc n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
957 and recommends the Flowers to our more particular Kindness: and recommends the Flowers to our more particular Kindness: cc vvz dt n2 p-acp po12 av-dc j n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
958 Thus Vertue, though in all men excellent, yet 'tis no more than is expected to be in Persons of Knowledge, and right Judgement; Thus Virtue, though in all men excellent, yet it's no more than is expected to be in Persons of Knowledge, and right Judgement; av n1, cs p-acp d n2 j, av pn31|vbz dx dc cs vbz vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc j-jn n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
959 But in the Ignorant, and Mistaken, it thrives under Disadvantages, and deserves more to be Cherish'd, and Incourag'd. But in the Ignorant, and Mistaken, it thrives under Disadvantages, and deserves more to be Cherished, and Encouraged. cc-acp p-acp dt j, cc vvn, pn31 vvz p-acp n2, cc vvz dc pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
960 And now if 'twere possible to bring the divided World to these Ingenuous Acknowledgements, men would find their Spirits compos'd, and their Animosities qualified; And now if 'twere possible to bring the divided World to these Ingenuous Acknowledgements, men would find their Spirits composed, and their Animosities qualified; cc av cs pn31|vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1 p-acp d j n2, n2 vmd vvi po32 n2 vvn, cc po32 n2 vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
961 They would see they have Friends, even in the Tents of their Enemies; They would see they have Friends, even in the Tents of their Enemies; pns32 vmd vvi pns32 vhb n2, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
962 and this, Apprehended and Own'd mutually, would be a very hopeful way to endear and reconcile us. and this, Apprehended and Owned mutually, would be a very hopeful Way to endear and reconcile us. cc d, vvn cc j-vvn av-j, vmd vbi dt av j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12. (5) sermon (DIV1) 181 Image 52
963 (II.) Be much in the Contemplation of the Love of God. (II) Be much in the Contemplation of the Love of God. (crd) vbb av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
964 He that knows how much God hath Loved him, hath a mighty Reason to Love his Brother; He that knows how much God hath Loved him, hath a mighty Reason to Love his Brother; pns31 cst vvz c-crq d np1 vhz vvn pno31, vhz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
965 The Apostle urgeth the Argument, 1 John 4. 11. If God so Loved us, we ought also to Love one another: The Apostle urges the Argument, 1 John 4. 11. If God so Loved us, we ought also to Love one Another: dt n1 vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd crd cs np1 av vvd pno12, pns12 vmd av pc-acp vvi pi j-jn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
966 and he that considers, cannot choose; and he that considers, cannot choose; cc pns31 cst vvz, vmbx vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
967 for he must needs find himself sweetly Ingaged to Love God, of whose Love he is sensible; for he must needs find himself sweetly Engaged to Love God, of whose Love he is sensible; c-acp pns31 vmb av vvi px31 av-j vvn p-acp n1 np1, pp-f rg-crq n1 pns31 vbz j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
968 and he that loves Him, loves all things in him: For all things are his, and he tenders every thing he hath made. and he that loves Him, loves all things in him: For all things Are his, and he tenders every thing he hath made. cc pns31 cst vvz pno31, vvz d n2 p-acp pno31: c-acp d n2 vbr png31, cc pns31 vvz d n1 pns31 vhz vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
969 The Love of God doth not confine us to his single abstracted Essence, but requires our Kindness to all that bear his Image, yea and produceth it. The Love of God does not confine us to his single abstracted Essence, but requires our Kindness to all that bear his Image, yea and Produceth it. dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz xx vvi pno12 p-acp po31 j j-vvn n1, cc-acp vvz po12 n1 p-acp d cst vvb po31 n1, uh cc vvz pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
970 Seraphick Love will be Catholick; It doth not burn like a Lamp in a Sepulchre, but 'tis like the Stars of Heaven, that impart themselves to all things: Seraphic Love will be Catholic; It does not burn like a Lamp in a Sepulchre, but it's like the Stars of Heaven, that impart themselves to all things: j n1 vmb vbi njp; pn31 vdz xx vvi av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pn31|vbz av-j dt n2 pp-f n1, cst vvb px32 p-acp d n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
971 And as the Planets, that receive their Light from the Sun, do not suck it in, And as the Planets, that receive their Light from the Sun, do not suck it in, cc c-acp dt n2, cst vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp, (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
972 and ingross it, but disperse, and shed it abroad upon the most distant Bodies; and ingross it, but disperse, and shed it abroad upon the most distant Bodies; cc vvb pn31, cc-acp vvb, cc vvb pn31 av p-acp dt av-ds j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
973 in like manner, a Christian Soul that is warmed and lightned by Divine Love doth not keep it within it self, in like manner, a Christian Soul that is warmed and lightened by Divine Love does not keep it within it self, p-acp j n1, dt njp n1 cst vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp j-jn n1 vdz xx vvi pn31 p-acp pn31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
974 but communicates its benign Influences to all the Objects that are within its reach. but communicates its benign Influences to all the Objects that Are within its reach. cc-acp n2 po31 j n2 p-acp d dt n2 cst vbr p-acp po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
975 The Love of God in its proper Nature is diffusive, and very opposite to Envy and Animosity; The Love of God in its proper Nature is diffusive, and very opposite to Envy and Animosity; dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 j n1 vbz j, cc av j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
976 It Dispels the Clouds, and Allays the Tempests that arise from the Body, and its Appetites; It Dispels the Clouds, and Alleys the Tempests that arise from the Body, and its Appetites; pn31 vvz dt n2, cc n2 dt n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
977 and composeth the Soul to the Sweetest, and most even Temper; and composeth the Soul to the Sweetest, and most even Temper; cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt js, cc av-ds av-j vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
978 It Inlarges our Minds, and Softens our Affections, and Calms our Passions, and Smooths the Ruggedness of our Natures; It Enlarges our Minds, and Softens our Affections, and Calms our Passion, and Smooths the Ruggedness of our Nature's; pn31 vvz po12 n2, cc vvz po12 n2, cc vvz po12 n2, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
979 It destroys our Pride and Selfishness, and so strikes up the Roots of Enmity, and Divisions; It Destroys our Pride and Selfishness, and so strikes up the Roots of Enmity, and Divisions; pn31 vvz po12 n1 cc n1, cc av vvz a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
980 and thus disposeth us to the most Generous and Comprehensive Charity. (III.) Make the great Design of Religion, yours; and thus Disposeth us to the most Generous and Comprehensive Charity. (III.) Make the great Design of Religion, yours; cc av vvz pno12 p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1. (np1.) vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1, png22; (5) sermon (DIV1) 182 Image 52
981 and know, that the Intent of that, is, not to fill our heads with Notion, or to teach us Systems of Opinion; and know, that the Intent of that, is, not to fill our Heads with Notion, or to teach us Systems of Opinion; cc vvb, cst dt n1 pp-f cst, vbz, xx pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 n2 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
982 to resolve us a Body of Difficult Points, or to Inable us to talk plausibly for lesser Truths; to resolve us a Body of Difficult Points, or to Inable us to talk plausibly for lesser Truths; pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp jc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
983 But to furnish our minds with incouragements of Virtue and instances of Duty; But to furnish our minds with encouragements of Virtue and instances of Duty; cc-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
984 to direct us to govern our Passions, and subdue our appetites and self-wills, in order to the glory of God, the good of Societies, to Direct us to govern our Passion, and subdue our appetites and self-wills, in order to the glory of God, the good of Societies, pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc vvi po12 n2 cc n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
985 and our own present and eternal Interests: and our own present and Eternal Interests: cc po12 d j cc j n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
986 And if Christians would take this to be their business, and conscientiously apply themselves unto it; And if Christians would take this to be their business, and conscientiously apply themselves unto it; cc cs np1 vmd vvi d pc-acp vbi po32 n1, cc av-j vvi px32 p-acp pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
987 they would find work enough in their own hearts to imploy them, and neither have time, they would find work enough in their own hearts to employ them, and neither have time, pns32 vmd vvi n1 av-d p-acp po32 d n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc av-dx vhb n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
988 nor occasion to pry into the Infirmities of others, nor inclination to quarrel with them: nor occasion to pry into the Infirmities of Others, nor inclination to quarrel with them: ccx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, ccx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
989 they would see how unwise it is to be seeking, and making Enemies, when they have so many within themselves; they would see how unwise it is to be seeking, and making Enemies, when they have so many within themselves; pns32 vmd vvi c-crq j pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvg, cc vvg n2, c-crq pns32 vhb av d p-acp px32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
990 and how dangerous, to be diverted to a needless, and unjust forein War, while a deadly domestick Foe is strengthned by it. and how dangerous, to be diverted to a needless, and unjust foreign War, while a deadly domestic Foe is strengthened by it. cc c-crq j, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j, cc j j n1, cs dt j j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
991 And methinks 'tis wonderful, and 'tis sad, that we should be so mild and indulgent to the Enemies that we are bound to engage against by our Duty to God, And methinks it's wondered, and it's sad, that we should be so mild and indulgent to the Enemies that we Are bound to engage against by our Duty to God, np1 vvz pn31|vbz j, cc pn31|vbz j, cst pns12 vmd vbi av j cc j p-acp dt n2 cst pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp po12 n1 p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
992 and to our selves, by his Laws, and our own Reasons, by the precepts and examples of his Son our Saviour, by his Sacraments, and to our selves, by his Laws, and our own Reasons, by the Precepts and Examples of his Son our Saviour, by his Sacraments, cc p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po31 n2, cc po12 d n2, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1 po12 n1, p-acp po31 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
993 and by his Blood, by all things in Religion, and all things in Interest; and by his Blood, by all things in Religion, and all things in Interest; cc p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n2 p-acp n1, cc d n2 p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
994 and at the same time, be so eager against those, whom we ought to consider as Friends, upon the account of our relation to God, and At the same time, be so eager against those, whom we ought to Consider as Friends, upon the account of our Relation to God, cc p-acp dt d n1, vbb av j p-acp d, ro-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
995 and the tie of common nature, and the obligations of Divine Commands, and the interests of Societies, and the tie of Common nature, and the obligations of Divine Commands, and the interests of Societies, cc dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc dt n2 pp-f j-jn vvz, cc dt n2 pp-f n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
996 and the practice of the best times past, and the hopes of a future happiness. This is lamentable in it self, and yet the more so, for being common: and the practice of the best times passed, and the hope's of a future happiness. This is lamentable in it self, and yet the more so, for being Common: cc dt n1 pp-f dt js n2 vvn, cc dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1. d vbz j p-acp pn31 n1, cc av dt av-dc av, c-acp vbg j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 183 Image 52
997 And it seems to me such a kind of madness, as if a man should be picking causless quarrels with his Neighbours about a chip of Wood, And it seems to me such a kind of madness, as if a man should be picking causeless quarrels with his Neighbours about a chip of Wood, cc pn31 vvz p-acp pno11 d dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vbi vvg j n2 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 184 Image 52
998 or a broken Hedge, when a Fire in his house is consuming his Goods, and Children: or a broken Hedge, when a Fire in his house is consuming his Goods, and Children: cc dt j-vvn n1, c-crq dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vbz vvg po31 n2-j, cc n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 184 Image 52
999 Such Frenzies, and much greater, are our mutual enmities and oppositions, while we quietly sit down in our unmortified Affections. Such Frenzies, and much greater, Are our mutual enmities and oppositions, while we quietly fit down in our unmortified Affections. d n2, cc d jc, vbr po12 j n2 cc n2, cs pns12 av-jn vvi a-acp p-acp po12 vvn n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 184 Image 52
1000 And we should know them to be so, did we understand our Danger, or our Duty, And we should know them to be so, did we understand our Danger, or our Duty, cc pns12 vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi av, vdd pns12 vvi po12 n1, cc po12 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 184 Image 52
1001 and seriously mind either the one, or other: and seriously mind either the one, or other: cc av-j vvi d dt pi, cc j-jn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 184 Image 52
1002 We should find then that a Christian hath no such enemies as the Flesh, the world, and the Devil; We should find then that a Christian hath not such enemies as the Flesh, the world, and the devil; pns12 vmd vvi av cst dt njp vhz xx d n2 p-acp dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 184 Image 52
1003 that these will require all our care, and imploy all our strength, and diligence: that these will require all our care, and employ all our strength, and diligence: cst d vmb vvi d po12 n1, cc vvi d po12 n1, cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 184 Image 52
1004 and he that knows this, and considers, and acts suitably, will find too much in himself to censure, and he that knows this, and considers, and acts suitably, will find too much in himself to censure, cc pns31 cst vvz d, cc vvz, cc n2 av-j, vmb vvi av av-d p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 184 Image 52
1005 and oppose, and too little to admire himself for above other men; and oppose, and too little to admire himself for above other men; cc vvi, cc av j pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp p-acp j-jn n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 184 Image 52
1006 He will see sufficient reason to incline him to pardon his erring brother, and be the more easily induced to exercise charity, which himself so many ways needs. The last Direction is this. He will see sufficient reason to incline him to pardon his erring brother, and be the more Easily induced to exercise charity, which himself so many ways needs. The last Direction is this. pns31 vmb vvi j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 j-vvg n1, cc vbb dt av-dc av-j vvn pc-acp vvi n1, r-crq n1 av d n2 av. dt ord n1 vbz d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 184 Image 52
1007 (IV.) Study the moderate pacifick ways, and principles, and run not in extremes: both Truth, and Love are in the middle; Extremes are dangerous. (IV.) Study the moderate pacific ways, and principles, and run not in extremes: both Truth, and Love Are in the middle; Extremes Are dangerous. (np1) vvb dt j j n2, cc n2, cc vvb xx p-acp n2-jn: d n1, cc n1 vbr p-acp dt n-jn; n2-jn vbr j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 185 Image 52
1008 After all the swaggering, and confidence of Disputers, there will be uncertainty in lesser matters: and when we travel in uncertain Roads, 'tis safest to choose the Middle. After all the swaggering, and confidence of Disputers, there will be uncertainty in lesser matters: and when we travel in uncertain Roads, it's Safest to choose the Middle. p-acp d dt j-vvg, cc n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp jc n2: cc c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp j n2, pn31|vbz js pc-acp vvi dt n-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 185 Image 52
1009 In this, though we should miss a lesser truth, (which yet is not very likely) we shall meet with Charity, In this, though we should miss a lesser truth, (which yet is not very likely) we shall meet with Charity, p-acp d, cs pns12 vmd vvi dt jc n1, (r-crq av vbz xx av j) pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 185 Image 52
1010 and our gain will be greater than our loss. He that is extreme in his Principles, must needs be narrow in his Affections: and our gain will be greater than our loss. He that is extreme in his Principles, must needs be narrow in his Affections: cc po12 n1 vmb vbi jc cs po12 n1. pns31 cst vbz j-jn p-acp po31 n2, vmb av vbi j p-acp po31 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 185 Image 52
1011 whereas he that stands on the middle path, may extend the arms of his Charity to those on both sides: whereas he that Stands on the middle path, may extend the arms of his Charity to those on both sides: cs pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d p-acp d n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 185 Image 52
1012 It is indeed very natural to most, to run into extremes: It is indeed very natural to most, to run into extremes: pn31 vbz av av j p-acp ds, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 185 Image 52
1013 and when men are faln Out with a Practice, or Opinion, they think they can never remove to too great a distance from it; and when men Are fallen Out with a Practice, or Opinion, they think they can never remove to too great a distance from it; cc c-crq n2 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1, cc n1, pns32 vvb pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp av j dt n1 p-acp pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 185 Image 52
1014 being frighted by the steep before them, they run so far back, till they fall into a precipice behind them. being frighted by the steep before them, they run so Far back, till they fallen into a precipice behind them. vbg vvn p-acp dt j p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb av av-j av, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 185 Image 52
1015 Every Truth is near an Errour; for it lies between two Falshoods: and he that goes far from One, is apt to slip into the other; Every Truth is near an Error; for it lies between two Falsehoods: and he that Goes Far from One, is apt to slip into the other; d n1 vbz av-j dt n1; p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp crd n2: cc pns31 cst vvz av-j p-acp crd, vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 185 Image 52
1016 and while he flies from a Bear, a Lyon meets him. So that the best way to avoid the Danger is to steer the middle Course; and while he flies from a Bear, a lion meets him. So that the best Way to avoid the Danger is to steer the middle Course; cc cs pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz pno31. av cst dt js n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 185 Image 52
1017 in which we may be sure there is Charity and Peace, and, very probably, Truth in their Company. Thus of my Directions. in which we may be sure there is Charity and Peace, and, very probably, Truth in their Company. Thus of my Directions. p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vbz n1 cc n1, cc, av av-j, n1 p-acp po32 n1. av pp-f po11 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 185 Image 52
1018 FOr CONSIDERATIONS, I'le propose such, as shew the Unreasonableness of our Enmities, and Disagreements upon the account of different Opinions; FOr CONSIDERATIONS, I'll propose such, as show the Unreasonableness of our Enmities, and Disagreements upon the account of different Opinions; p-acp n2, pns11|vmb vvi d, c-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 186 Image 52
1019 which will prove that our Affections ought to meet, though our Judgements cannot. My first is this, which will prove that our Affections ought to meet, though our Judgments cannot. My First is this, r-crq vmb vvi cst po12 n2 vmd pc-acp vvi, cs po12 n2 vmbx. po11 ord vbz d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 186 Image 52
1020 (I.) Love is part of Religion; but Opinions for the sake of which we lose Charity, are not so. (I) Love is part of Religion; but Opinions for the sake of which we loose Charity, Are not so. (uh) n1 vbz n1 pp-f n1; cc-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb n1, vbr xx av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1021 The First, I have proved already: and for the other, we may consider, That Religion consists not in knowing many things, The First, I have proved already: and for the other, we may Consider, That Religion consists not in knowing many things, dt ord, pns11 vhb vvn av: cc p-acp dt n-jn, pns12 vmb vvi, cst n1 vvz xx p-acp vvg d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1022 but in practising the few plain things we know. THE NECESSARY PRINCIPLES OF FAITH LYE IN A LITTLE ROOM. but in practising the few plain things we know. THE NECESSARY PRINCIPLES OF FAITH LIE IN A LITTLE ROOM. cc-acp p-acp vvg dt d j n2 pns12 vvb. dt j n2 pp-f n1 vvi p-acp dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1023 This is Life Eternal to know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent; This is Life Eternal to know thee the only true God, and jesus christ whom thou hast sent; d vbz n1 j pc-acp vvi pno21 dt j j np1, cc np1 np1 ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1024 Saith he that best knew what was Eternal Life, and what necessary unto it, Joh. 17. 3. And the Apostle St. Paul draws up all into the same two Principles. Says he that best knew what was Eternal Life, and what necessary unto it, John 17. 3. And the Apostle Saint Paul draws up all into the same two Principles. vvz pns31 cst js vvd r-crq vbds j n1, cc r-crq j p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 n1 np1 vvz a-acp d p-acp dt d crd n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1025 He that cometh unto God must know that he is, and that he is a Rewarder of them that diligently seek him; He that comes unto God must know that he is, and that he is a Rewarder of them that diligently seek him; pns31 cst vvz p-acp np1 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz, cc cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst av-j vvi pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1026 Heb. 11. 6. St. Peter was pronounced blessed upon the single Profession, that Jesus was Christ, the Son of the Living God, Mat. 16. 16. and the Eunuch was baptized upon the same, Act. 8. 37. St. Paul reckons these as the only Necessaries to Salvation, Rom. 10. 9. If thou confess with thy Mouth the Lord Jesus, Hebrew 11. 6. Saint Peter was pronounced blessed upon the single Profession, that jesus was christ, the Son of the Living God, Mathew 16. 16. and the Eunuch was baptised upon the same, Act. 8. 37. Saint Paul reckons these as the only Necessaries to Salvation, Rom. 10. 9. If thou confess with thy Mouth the Lord jesus, np1 crd crd n1 np1 vbds vvn j-vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst np1 vbds np1, dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg np1, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt d, n1 crd crd n1 np1 vvz d p-acp dt av-j n2-j p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cs pns21 vvb p-acp po21 n1 dt n1 np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1027 and believe in thy heart that God hath raised him from the Dead, thou shalt be save. and believe in thy heart that God hath raised him from the Dead, thou shalt be save. cc vvb p-acp po21 n1 cst np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt j, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1028 And St. John to the same purpose, Whosever believes that Jesus is the Christ, is born of God, This Faith indeed must suppose the general Principles of natural Religion, And Saint John to the same purpose, Whosever believes that jesus is the christ, is born of God, This Faith indeed must suppose the general Principles of natural Religion, cc n1 np1 p-acp dt d n1, vvb vvz cst np1 vbz dt np1, vbz vvn pp-f np1, d n1 av vmb vvi dt j n2 pp-f j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1029 and produce the Real Fruits of Righteousness to make it effectual to its end; and produce the Real Fruits of Righteousness to make it effectual to its end; cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1030 and these supposed, the Apostles speak as if it contain'd all that is essentially necessary to be believed, and these supposed, the Apostles speak as if it contained all that is essentially necessary to be believed, cc d vvn, dt n2 vvb c-acp cs pn31 vvd d cst vbz av-j j pc-acp vbi vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1031 and known, in order to our Happiness. Thus the Fundamentals of belief are few, and plain: and known, in order to our Happiness. Thus the Fundamentals of belief Are few, and plain: cc vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1. av dt n2-j pp-f n1 vbr d, cc j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1032 For certainly the Divine Goodness would not lay our Eternal Interests in Difficulties, and multitudes; things hard to be understood, and retained. For Certainly the Divine goodness would not lay our Eternal Interests in Difficulties, and Multitudes; things hard to be understood, and retained. c-acp av-j dt j-jn n1 vmd xx vvi po12 j n2 p-acp n2, cc n2; n2 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvd. (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1033 The difficult work of Religion is not in the Understanding, but in the Affections, and Will. The difficult work of Religion is not in the Understanding, but in the Affections, and Will. dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n2, cc vmb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1034 So that the Principles, in which Religion consists, are the clearly revealed Articles in which we are agreed. So that the Principles, in which Religion consists, Are the clearly revealed Articles in which we Are agreed. av cst dt n2, p-acp r-crq n1 vvz, vbr dt av-j vvd n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1035 For the others about which we differ, and dispute, though some of them may be consequences of those, For the Others about which we differ, and dispute, though Some of them may be consequences of those, p-acp dt n2-jn p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, cc vvi, cs d pp-f pno32 vmb vbi n2 pp-f d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1036 and good helps to the practice of Religion, yet I should be loth to make them a necessary and essential part of it: and good helps to the practice of Religion, yet I should be loath to make them a necessary and essential part of it: cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av pns11 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1037 For he that saith they are, concludes all men under a state of Ruine and Damnation, who either do not know, For he that Says they Are, concludes all men under a state of Ruin and Damnation, who either do not know, c-acp pns31 cst vvz pns32 vbr, vvz d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq av-d vdb xx vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1038 or are not able to receive them: An uncharitableness, that is as bad as Heresie, if it be not one it self. or Are not able to receive them: an uncharitableness, that is as bad as Heresy, if it be not one it self. cc vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pno32: dt n1, cst vbz a-acp j c-acp n1, cs pn31 vbb xx crd zz n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1039 The sum is, Religion lies in few Principles, I mean as to the Essence of it; The sum is, Religion lies in few Principles, I mean as to the Essence of it; dt n1 vbz, n1 vvz p-acp d n2, pns11 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1040 and that principally consists in Practice. and that principally consists in Practice. cc cst av-j vvz p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1041 So the Prophet reckons, Mic. 6. 8. He hath shewed thee O man what is good: So the Prophet reckons, Mic. 6. 8. He hath showed thee Oh man what is good: np1 dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 vhz vvn pno21 uh n1 q-crq vbz j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1042 and what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do Justice, and love Mercy, and what does the Lord require of thee, but to do justice, and love Mercy, cc q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb pp-f pno21, cc-acp pc-acp vdi n1, cc vvb n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1043 and to walk humbly with thy God? And St. James gives an Account of Religion like it, Jam. 1. 17. True Religion, and to walk humbly with thy God? And Saint James gives an Account of Religion like it, Jam. 1. 17. True Religion, cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po21 n1? cc n1 np1 vvz dt vvb pp-f n1 av-j pn31, np1 crd crd j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1044 and undefiled before God and the Father is this, to Visit the Widow, and Fatherless in their Afflictions, and undefiled before God and the Father is this, to Visit the Widow, and Fatherless in their Afflictions, cc j p-acp np1 cc dt n1 vbz d, pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc j p-acp po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1045 and to keep himself unspotted from the World. Religion is an Holy Life, and Charity is a main branch of that; and to keep himself unspotted from the World. Religion is an Holy Life, and Charity is a main branch of that; cc pc-acp vvi px31 j p-acp dt n1. n1 vbz dt j n1, cc n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1046 But Opinions are no vital part, nor do they appertain to the substance of it. And shall we lose a Limb for an Excrescence, or an Ornament; But Opinions Are no vital part, nor do they appertain to the substance of it. And shall we loose a Limb for an Excrescence, or an Ornament; cc-acp n2 vbr dx j n1, ccx vdb pns32 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. cc vmb pns12 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1047 An Essential of Religion for that which is but accessary, and extrinsick; an Essential of Religion for that which is but accessary, and extrinsic; dt j pp-f n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz p-acp j-jn, cc j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1048 Charity, for an Opinion? I think 'tis not reasonable, and I hope you think so likewise. Charity, for an Opinion? I think it's not reasonable, and I hope you think so likewise. n1, p-acp dt n1? pns11 vvb pn31|vbz xx j, cc pns11 vvb pn22 vvb av av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1049 But I offer to your Consideration, But I offer to your Consideration, p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp po22 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 187 Image 52
1050 (II.) Charity is certainly our Duty, but many of the Opinions, about which we fall out, are uncertainly true; viz. as to us. (II) Charity is Certainly our Duty, but many of the Opinions, about which we fallen out, Are uncertainly true; viz. as to us. (crd) n1 vbz av-j po12 n1, cc-acp d pp-f dt n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb av, vbr av-j j; n1 c-acp p-acp pno12. (5) sermon (DIV1) 188 Image 52
1051 The main, and Fundamental Points of Faith are indeed as firm as the Centre, but the Opinions of men are as fluctuating as the Waves of the Ocean. The main, and Fundamental Points of Faith Are indeed as firm as the Centre, but the Opinions of men Are as fluctuating as the Waves of the Ocean. dt j, cc j n2 pp-f n1 vbr av p-acp j c-acp dt n1, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr p-acp j-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 188 Image 52
1052 The Root, and body of a Tree is fast, and unshaken; while the Leaves are made the sport of every Wind: The Root, and body of a Tree is fast, and unshaken; while the Leaves Are made the sport of every Wind: dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j, cc j-vvn; cs dt n2 vbr vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 188 Image 52
1053 And Colours sometimes vary with every position of the Object, and the Eye, though the Light of the Sun be an uniform Splendour. And Colours sometime vary with every position of the Object, and the Eye, though the Light of the Sun be an uniform Splendour. cc n2 av vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb dt j n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 188 Image 52
1054 The Foundation of God standeth sure, but men often build upon it what is very Tottering, and uncertain. The Foundation of God Stands sure, but men often built upon it what is very Tottering, and uncertain. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz j, cc-acp n2 av vvi p-acp pn31 r-crq vbz av vvg, cc j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 188 Image 52
1055 The great Truths of Religion are easily discernable, but the smaller, and remoter ones require more sagacity and acuteness to descry them; The great Truths of Religion Are Easily discernible, but the smaller, and Remoter ones require more sagacity and acuteness to descry them; dt j n2 pp-f n1 vbr av-j j, cc-acp dt jc, cc jc pi2 vvi dc n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 188 Image 52
1056 and the best sight may be deceived about such obscure, and distant Objects. And methinks 'tis very strange, that men should be so excessively confident of the Truth, and the best sighed may be deceived about such Obscure, and distant Objects. And methinks it's very strange, that men should be so excessively confident of the Truth, cc dt js n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j, cc j n2. np1 vvz pn31|vbz av j, cst n2 vmd vbi av av-j j pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 188 Image 52
1057 and Certainty of their Opinions, since they cannot but know the Weakness of Humane understanding in general, and Certainty of their Opinions, since they cannot but know the Weakness of Humane understanding in general, cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, c-acp pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 188 Image 52
1058 and cannot but often have found the Fallibility of their own. and cannot but often have found the Fallibility of their own. cc vmbx cc-acp av vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f po32 d. (5) sermon (DIV1) 188 Image 52
1059 The Apostle tells us, that we know but in part, 1 Cor. 13. 9. and makes Confidence an Argument of Ignorance, 1 Cor. 8. 2. If any man think that he knoweth any thing, he knoweth nothing yet, as he ought to know. The Apostle tells us, that we know but in part, 1 Cor. 13. 9. and makes Confidence an Argument of Ignorance, 1 Cor. 8. 2. If any man think that he Knoweth any thing, he Knoweth nothing yet, as he ought to know. dt n1 vvz pno12, cst pns12 vvb cc-acp p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd cc vvz n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd crd cs d n1 vvi cst pns31 vvz d n1, pns31 vvz pix av, c-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi. (5) sermon (DIV1) 188 Image 52
1060 And Solomon reckons it as an argument of Folly; The Fool rageth, and is confident: and there is nothing that discovers it more; For let us consider; And Solomon reckons it as an argument of Folly; The Fool rages, and is confident: and there is nothing that discovers it more; For let us Consider; np1 np1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; dt n1 vvz, cc vbz j: cc pc-acp vbz pix cst vvz pn31 av-dc; p-acp vvb pno12 vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 188 Image 52
1061 The Scripture hath not been so clear, and express in defining lesser Points; and the words, in which they are thought to be Lodged, are many times figurative, The Scripture hath not been so clear, and express in defining lesser Points; and the words, in which they Are Thought to be Lodged, Are many times figurative, dt n1 vhz xx vbn av j, cc vvi p-acp vvg jc n2; cc dt n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, vbr d n2 j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1062 and obscure, and of various meaning, spoken only by the by, or agreeably to forms of speech, and Obscure, and of various meaning, spoken only by the by, or agreeably to forms of speech, cc j, cc pp-f j n1, vvn av-j p-acp dt a-acp, cc av-j p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1063 or customs, that we do not know; or by way of condescension to common Apprehension: or customs, that we do not know; or by Way of condescension to Common Apprehension: cc n2, cst pns12 vdb xx vvi; cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1064 And therefore we see that Interpretations are infinite, and there is no sort of men less agreed, than Commentators: And Therefore we see that Interpretations Are infinite, and there is no sort of men less agreed, than Commentators: cc av pns12 vvb cst n2 vbr j, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n2 av-dc vvn, cs n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1065 All Opinions plead Scripture, and many pretend to reason, and most to Antiquity. The Learned, and the Prudent; Churches, and Councils; Confessors, and Fathers; All Opinions plead Scripture, and many pretend to reason, and most to Antiquity. The Learned, and the Prudent; Churches, and Councils; Confessors, and Father's; d n2 vvb n1, cc d vvb p-acp n1, cc av-ds p-acp n1. dt j, cc dt j; n2, cc n2; n2, cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1066 the former, and the latter Ages; the Vertuous, and the Devout; the Credulous, and the Inquisitive, they have all differ'd in the lesser matters of Belief: the former, and the latter Ages; the Virtuous, and the Devout; the Credulous, and the Inquisitive, they have all differed in the lesser matters of Belief: dt j, cc dt d n2; dt j, cc dt j; dt j, cc dt j, pns32 vhb d vvd p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1067 And every man differs from almost every other in some thing, and every man differs often from himself in many things: And every man differs from almost every other in Some thing, and every man differs often from himself in many things: cc d n1 vvz p-acp av d n-jn p-acp d n1, cc d n1 vvz av p-acp px31 p-acp d n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1068 Age hath altered our Judgements, or we are children still: Our Affections change our Thoughts, and our Imaginations shift the Scene: Age hath altered our Judgments, or we Are children still: Our Affections change our Thoughts, and our Imaginations shift the Scene: n1 vhz vvn po12 n2, cc pns12 vbr n2 av: po12 n2 vvb po12 n2, cc po12 n2 vvi dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1069 and what we call Reason is many times but a chain of Phantasms. And we are guided by prejudices, and over-ruled by Authority, and formed by Education; and what we call Reason is many times but a chain of Phantasms. And we Are guided by prejudices, and overruled by authority, and formed by Education; cc r-crq pns12 vvb n1 vbz d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n2, cc j p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1070 and suck in our Opinions Carelesly, and by accident: We are deeply setled, before we have examined; and suck in our Opinions Carelessly, and by accident: We Are deeply settled, before we have examined; cc vvb p-acp po12 n2 av-j, cc p-acp n1: pns12 vbr av-jn vvn, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1071 and when we examine, 'tis but by halves; we see but few things, and judge all things by those we see: and when we examine, it's but by halves; we see but few things, and judge all things by those we see: cc c-crq pns12 vvb, pn31|vbz cc-acp p-acp n2-jn; pns12 vvb p-acp d n2, cc vvi d n2 p-acp d pns12 vvb: (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1072 We either seek not Truth at all, or are unable to manage a due, and impartial search; We either seek not Truth At all, or Are unable to manage a due, and impartial search; pns12 d vvb xx n1 p-acp d, cc vbr j pc-acp vvi dt j-jn, cc j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1073 when we stumble upon it, we do not know it; and when 'tis in sight we boggle, and are afraid, and run away from it; when we Stumble upon it, we do not know it; and when it's in sighed we boggle, and Are afraid, and run away from it; c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pn31, pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31; cc c-crq pn31|vbz p-acp n1 pns12 vvb, cc vbr j, cc vvi av p-acp pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1074 or stand, to pelt it with dirt, and vile Names: or stand, to pelt it with dirt, and vile Names: cc vvb, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1, cc j n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1075 In the mean while, we catch at shadows, and grow fond of the Images of our own Fansies, In the mean while, we catch At shadows, and grow found of the Images of our own Fancies, p-acp dt j n1, pns12 vvb p-acp n2, cc vvb j pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 d n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1076 and cry up these for Truth, and Faith; and disturb Societies, and the Peace of mankind, to gain credit to our Dreams. and cry up these for Truth, and Faith; and disturb Societies, and the Peace of mankind, to gain credit to our Dreams. cc vvb a-acp d c-acp n1, cc n1; cc vvi n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1077 Such a thing is man, and such reasons have we to be confident of our Opinions; Such a thing is man, and such Reasons have we to be confident of our Opinions; d dt n1 vbz n1, cc d n2 vhb pns12 pc-acp vbi j pp-f po12 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1078 and to hate those that are not of our Perswasion; and to forsake a certain Duty for Doubtful Tenents. and to hate those that Are not of our Persuasion; and to forsake a certain Duty for Doubtful Tenants. cc pc-acp vvi d cst vbr xx pp-f po12 n1; cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1079 These things, well considered, might lessen our fondness towards Opinions, and promote our Charity towards each other; These things, well considered, might lessen our fondness towards Opinions, and promote our Charity towards each other; np1 n2, av vvn, vmd vvi po12 n1 p-acp n2, cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp d n-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1080 which will grow by the same degrees, by which the other decreaseth. And that it may, I add this further to be consider'd, viz. which will grow by the same Degrees, by which the other decreaseth. And that it may, I add this further to be considered, viz. r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt d n2, p-acp r-crq dt n-jn vvz. cc cst pn31 vmb, pns11 vvb d av-jc pc-acp vbi vvn, n1 (5) sermon (DIV1) 189 Image 52
1081 (III.) Christian Love is necessary, but Agreement in Opinions is neither necessary, nor possible. (III.) Christian Love is necessary, but Agreement in Opinions is neither necessary, nor possible. (np1.) np1 n1 vbz j, cc-acp n1 p-acp n2 vbz dx j, ccx j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 52
1082 'Tis very true indeed, that the WAY to HEAVEN is but One, and to walk in that, is the one thing necessary: It's very true indeed, that the WAY to HEAVEN is but One, and to walk in that, is the one thing necessary: pn31|vbz av j av, cst dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz p-acp crd, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d, vbz dt crd n1 j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 52
1083 but then that is not the particular Path of this Sect, or another: but the way of an Holy Life; but then that is not the particular Path of this Sect, or Another: but the Way of an Holy Life; cc-acp av d vbz xx dt j n1 pp-f d n1, cc j-jn: cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 52
1084 which may be practised under very different Forms of Apprehension, and Belief. Though the way be not broad in respect of Practice, or sensual Indulgence; which may be practised under very different Forms of Apprehension, and Belief. Though the Way be not broad in respect of Practice, or sensual Indulgence; r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp av j n2 pp-f n1, cc n1. cs dt n1 vbb xx j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 52
1085 yet it hath a Latitude in respect of Judgement, and Circumstantial Opinion. The Paths may be many in this Royal Road; yet it hath a Latitude in respect of Judgement, and Circumstantial Opinion. The Paths may be many in this Royal Road; av pn31 vhz dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1. dt n2 vmb vbi d p-acp d j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 52
1086 and 'tis not absolutely necessary, that we should measure Foot-steps, and all exactly tread the same: and it's not absolutely necessary, that we should measure Footsteps, and all exactly tread the same: cc pn31|vbz xx av-j j, cst pns12 vmd vvi n2, cc d av-j vvi dt d: (5) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 52
1087 He that goes in the plainest, and nearest, is in the best condition for Pleasure, and Safety; He that Goes in the Plainest, and nearest, is in the best condition for Pleasure, and Safety; pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt js, cc js, vbz p-acp dt js n1 p-acp n1, cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 52
1088 but another that goes about, or in the rugged and uneven Path, may come to the same journeys end, but Another that Goes about, or in the rugged and uneven Path, may come to the same journeys end, cc-acp j-jn cst vvz a-acp, cc p-acp dt j cc j n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt d ng1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 52
1089 though with more difficulty, and danger: And I shall not deny to afford him Pardon for the folly of his choice, though with more difficulty, and danger: And I shall not deny to afford him Pardon for the folly of his choice, cs p-acp dc n1, cc n1: cc pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 52
1090 lest possibly I should need it my self. lest possibly I should need it my self. cs av-j pns11 vmd vvi pn31 po11 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 190 Image 52
1091 'Tis true, we are commanded to hold the Unity of the Spirit, and that is necessary: It's true, we Are commanded to hold the Unity of the Spirit, and that is necessary: pn31|vbz j, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d vbz j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 191 Image 52
1092 but this is in the Essentials of Faith, and Life, in which all good men are agreed, notwithstanding that their forward Zeal will not permit them to see it: but this is in the Essentials of Faith, and Life, in which all good men Are agreed, notwithstanding that their forward Zeal will not permit them to see it: cc-acp d vbz p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f n1, cc n1, p-acp r-crq d j n2 vbr vvn, c-acp cst po32 j n1 vmb xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 191 Image 52
1093 Unity in the lesser things may be requisite for Peace, and the Interests of Societies; but 'tis not absolutely so, for the Salvation of mens Souls: Unity in the lesser things may be requisite for Peace, and the Interests of Societies; but it's not absolutely so, for the Salvation of men's Souls: n1 p-acp dt jc n2 vmb vbi j p-acp n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n2; cc-acp pn31|vbz xx av-j av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 191 Image 52
1094 Yea different Apprehension about Opinions in Religion might consist well enough with Peace, and publique safety likewise, could men be perswaded to be modest, to keep their Apprehensions to themselves, Yea different Apprehension about Opinions in Religion might consist well enough with Peace, and public safety likewise, could men be persuaded to be modest, to keep their Apprehensions to themselves, uh j n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1 vmd vvi av av-d p-acp n1, cc j n1 av, vmd n2 vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp px32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 191 Image 52
1095 or not to fansie their Conceits necessary for all the rest of mankind; or not to fancy their Conceits necessary for all the rest of mankind; cc xx p-acp n1 po32 n2 j p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 191 Image 52
1096 and so vex their Neighbours, provoke their Rulers, and dissettle Government, for the Propagation of them. and so vex their Neighbours, provoke their Rulers, and dissettle Government, for the Propagation of them. cc av vvi po32 n2, vvb po32 n2, cc vvi n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (5) sermon (DIV1) 191 Image 52
1097 'Tis a frequent Wish with some, That all men were once of one mind: but then it must be theirs, no doubt; It's a frequent Wish with Some, That all men were once of one mind: but then it must be theirs, no doubt; pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp d, cst d n2 vbdr a-acp pp-f crd n1: p-acp av pn31 vmb vbi png32, dx n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 192 Image 52
1098 for they would not judge it reasonable upon other terms: for they would not judge it reasonable upon other terms: c-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi pn31 j p-acp j-jn n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 192 Image 52
1099 They may as well wish that we were all of one Age, Complexion, Humour, and Degree of Understanding: They may as well wish that we were all of one Age, Complexion, Humour, and Degree of Understanding: pns32 vmb c-acp av vvi cst pns12 vbdr d pp-f crd n1, n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 192 Image 52
1100 In these we see Providence hath order'd a great diversity, and in this there is both Beauty and Convenience: In these we see Providence hath ordered a great diversity, and in this there is both Beauty and Convenience: p-acp d pns12 vvb n1 vhz vvn dt j n1, cc p-acp d pc-acp vbz d n1 cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 192 Image 52
1101 Perhaps variety of Opinions may be contrived into us for the same reasons; Perhaps variety of Opinions may be contrived into us for the same Reasons; av n1 pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt d n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 192 Image 52
1102 and much of the pleasure of Conversation, and inquiry would be lost, if there were an universal Harmony in our Conceptions: and much of the pleasure of Conversation, and inquiry would be lost, if there were an universal Harmony in our Conceptions: cc d pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 vmd vbi vvn, cs pc-acp vbdr dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 192 Image 52
1103 But however this is, 'tis enough, that such an agreement is not necessary; Yea, I take the other Step, 'tis impossible, But however this is, it's enough, that such an agreement is not necessary; Yea, I take the other Step, it's impossible, cc-acp c-acp d vbz, pn31|vbz av-d, cst d dt n1 vbz xx j; uh, pns11 vvb dt j-jn n1, pn31|vbz j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 192 Image 52
1104 Our Tempers, Capacities, Educations, Genius's, Converses, Interests, and Accidents are strangely divers; and therefore our Apprehensions must needs be different. Our Tempers, Capacities, Educations, Genius's, Converses, Interests, and Accidents Are strangely diverse; and Therefore our Apprehensions must needs be different. po12 n2, n2, n2, npg1, vvz, n2, cc n2 vbr av-j j; cc av po12 n2 vmb av vbi j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 193 Image 52
1105 There is scarce any exact likeness in Nature: and all the variety that is, ariseth from the various mixture of a few Elements: There is scarce any exact likeness in Nature: and all the variety that is, arises from the various mixture of a few Elements: pc-acp vbz av-j d j n1 p-acp n1: cc d dt n1 cst vbz, vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt d n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 193 Image 52
1106 How great a diversity then must needs proceed from the different Combination of so many things as influence our Belief, How great a diversity then must needs proceed from the different Combination of so many things as influence our Belief, c-crq j dt n1 av vmb av vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f av d n2 c-acp n1 po12 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 193 Image 52
1107 and Judgements? Since the World began to this day, men have been of different Opinions; and Judgments? Since the World began to this day, men have been of different Opinions; cc n2? p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp d n1, n2 vhb vbn pp-f j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 193 Image 52
1108 and, no doubt, they will be so to the end of it: For circumstances consider'd, 'tis morally impossible it should be otherwise. and, no doubt, they will be so to the end of it: For Circumstances considered, it's morally impossible it should be otherwise. cc, dx n1, pns32 vmb vbi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: c-acp n2 vvn, pn31|vbz av-j j pn31 vmd vbi av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 193 Image 52
1109 Seeing then that Charity is necessary, and agreement in Opinions is neither necessary, nor possible; we ought to comply with our main Duty, notwithstanding any lesser difference. Seeing then that Charity is necessary, and agreement in Opinions is neither necessary, nor possible; we ought to comply with our main Duty, notwithstanding any lesser difference. vvg av d n1 vbz j, cc n1 p-acp n2 vbz dx j, ccx j; pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 j n1, c-acp d jc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 194 Image 52
1110 If this were consider'd, there might be some Hope of reconciling; If this were considered, there might be Some Hope of reconciling; cs d vbdr vvn, pc-acp vmd vbi d n1 pp-f n-vvg; (5) sermon (DIV1) 194 Image 52
1111 and Contenders would see, that though they differ, yet they need not, they ought not to divide; and Contenders would see, that though they differ, yet they need not, they ought not to divide; cc n2 vmd vvi, cst cs pns32 vvb, av pns32 vvb xx, pns32 pi xx pc-acp vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 194 Image 52
1112 but Unity of Affection might be preserved amid diversity of Opinions: For which happy Christian temper men would see more reason, if they would Consider, but Unity of Affection might be preserved amid diversity of Opinions: For which happy Christian temper men would see more reason, if they would Consider, cc-acp n1 pp-f n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n2: c-acp r-crq j np1 n1 n2 vmd vvi dc n1, cs pns32 vmd vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 194 Image 52
1113 (IV.) That Errours, of themselves, are Infirmities of the Understanding, and not Enormities of the Will: (IV.) That Errors, of themselves, Are Infirmities of the Understanding, and not Enormities of the Will: (np1) cst n2, pp-f px32, vbr n1 pp-f dt n1, cc xx n2 pp-f dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 195 Image 52
1114 For no man is willing to be deceived: So that they ought not to be the Objects of our hatred, but our pity. For no man is willing to be deceived: So that they ought not to be the Objects of our hatred, but our pity. p-acp dx n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn: av cst pns32 vmd xx pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc-acp po12 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 195 Image 52
1115 We hate no man for being Poor, or Blind, or Lame: and Errour is the Poverty, and Blindness, and Lameness of the mind. We hate no man for being Poor, or Blind, or Lame: and Error is the Poverty, and Blindness, and Lameness of the mind. pns12 vvb dx n1 p-acp vbg j, cc j, cc j: cc n1 vbz dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 195 Image 52
1116 We all are Pilgrims in our Way to the Jerusalem that is above: If some will go in this Path, some in the other, these in a Circuit, and those amongst the Rocks; We all Are Pilgrim's in our Way to the Jerusalem that is above: If Some will go in this Path, Some in the other, these in a Circuit, and those among the Rocks; pns12 d vbr ng2 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt np1 cst vbz p-acp: cs d vmb vvi p-acp d n1, d p-acp dt n-jn, d p-acp dt n1, cc d p-acp dt n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 195 Image 52
1117 we may be sure, 'tis because they know not the danger, and Inconveniences, which they Choose: we may be sure, it's Because they know not the danger, and Inconveniences, which they Choose: pns12 vmb vbi j, pn31|vbz c-acp pns32 vvb xx dt n1, cc n2, r-crq pns32 vvb: (5) sermon (DIV1) 195 Image 52
1118 So that we may, and we ought to perswade them, all we can, not to divert into those Ways: So that we may, and we ought to persuade them, all we can, not to divert into those Ways: av cst pns12 vmb, cc pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pno32, d pns12 vmb, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 195 Image 52
1119 But if they will, upon the Supposition, and Belief of their being best; But if they will, upon the Supposition, and Belief of their being best; cc-acp cs pns32 vmb, p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 vbg av-js; (5) sermon (DIV1) 195 Image 52
1120 we may lament their unhappy mistake, but must not beat them, or throw Stones at them for it. Errour is founded in Ignorance; we may lament their unhappy mistake, but must not beatrice them, or throw Stones At them for it. Error is founded in Ignorance; pns12 vmb vvi po32 j n1, cc-acp vmb xx vvi pno32, cc vvi n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp pn31. n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 195 Image 52
1121 even that gross one of the Sadducees about the Resurrection is imputed to their not knowing the Scriptures, nor the power of God, Mat. 22. 29. and both Reason, even that gross one of the Sadducees about the Resurrection is imputed to their not knowing the Scriptures, nor the power of God, Mathew 22. 29. and both Reason, av cst j pi pp-f dt np2 p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po32 xx vvg dt n2, ccx dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cc d n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1122 and Charity requires us to pity Ignorance, and to pardon it. and Charity requires us to pity Ignorance, and to pardon it. cc n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1123 Our Saviour makes it the motive of his Prayer for the forgiveness of the Jews that Murdered him, Luke 23. 34. Father forgive them, Our Saviour makes it the motive of his Prayer for the forgiveness of the jews that Murdered him, Lycia 23. 34. Father forgive them, po12 n1 vvz pn31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2 cst vvd pno31, av crd crd n1 vvb pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1124 for they know not what they do. for they know not what they do. c-acp pns32 vvb xx r-crq pns32 vdb. (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1125 'Tis very true, that Errour many times is occasioned by a corrupt Bias in the Will, and Affections; It's very true, that Error many times is occasioned by a corrupt Bias in the Will, and Affections; pn31|vbz av j, cst n1 d n2 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1126 But then if our erring Brother be sincere in other matters, we are not to conclude that his Understanding is this way corrupted; But then if our erring Brother be sincere in other matters, we Are not to conclude that his Understanding is this Way corrupted; cc-acp av cs po12 vvg n1 vbb j p-acp j-jn n2, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi cst po31 n1 vbz d n1 vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1127 and we can scarce be certain of it in any case: and we can scarce be certain of it in any case: cc pns12 vmb av-j vbi j pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1128 Or, if it be, (if he believes himself) he doth not know that his Interest or Inclination are the things, which prevail with his Judgement: Or, if it be, (if he believes himself) he does not know that his Interest or Inclination Are the things, which prevail with his Judgement: cc, cs pn31 vbb, (cs pns31 vvz px31) pns31 vdz xx vvi cst po31 n1 cc n1 vbr dt n2, r-crq vvb p-acp po31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1129 and so Ignorance is at the bottom still: and so Ignorance is At the bottom still: cc av n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 av: (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1130 For 'tis a Contradiction that any man should believe that, which he doth not think is true, For it's a Contradiction that any man should believe that, which he does not think is true, c-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 cst d n1 vmd vvi d, r-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi vbz j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1131 though he have never so much Appetite, or Interest to incline him: though he have never so much Appetite, or Interest to incline him: cs pns31 vhb av-x av av-d n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1132 And if these oblige a man to profess against the Dictates of his mind, or to suspend the exercise of it, (as oftentimes they do) such men are to be reckon'd under the Character of Vitious, and not barely erroneous; And if these oblige a man to profess against the Dictates of his mind, or to suspend the exercise of it, (as oftentimes they do) such men Are to be reckoned under the Character of Vicious, and not barely erroneous; cc cs d vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvz pp-f po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, (c-acp av pns32 vdb) d n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j, cc xx av-j j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1133 and so are not to be counted among meer Dissenters in Opinion, concerning whom I am now discoursing. and so Are not to be counted among mere Dissenters in Opinion, Concerning whom I am now discoursing. cc av vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp n1, vvg r-crq pns11 vbm av vvg. (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1134 And that you may not rashly judge that your Brother speaks against his Conscience, because he professeth the belief of things that to us seem very wild and absurd, And that you may not rashly judge that your Brother speaks against his Conscience, Because he Professes the belief of things that to us seem very wild and absurd, cc cst pn22 vmb xx av-j vvi cst po22 n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2 cst p-acp pno12 vvi av j cc j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1135 and so hate him as a timeserver, and an Hypocrite; when heis but an innocently mistaken person; and so hate him as a timeserver, and an Hypocrite; when heis but an innocently mistaken person; cc av vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1; c-crq n2 p-acp dt av-jn vvn n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1136 I add this other Consideration, viz. (V.) That we ought to make allowance for Education, Authority, and fair pretences; I add this other Consideration, viz. (V.) That we ought to make allowance for Education, authority, and fair pretences; pns11 vvb d j-jn n1, n1 (np1) cst pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 196 Image 52
1137 which have a mighty power, even over honest minds, and do often unavoidably lead them into Errour. which have a mighty power, even over honest minds, and do often avoidable led them into Error. r-crq vhb dt j n1, av p-acp j n2, cc vdb av av-j vvi pno32 p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1138 For let us consider, how easily we receive the first impressions, and how deeply they sink into our souls: For let us Consider, how Easily we receive the First impressions, and how deeply they sink into our Souls: p-acp vvb pno12 vvi, c-crq av-j pns12 vvb dt ord n2, cc c-crq av-jn pns32 vvb p-acp po12 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1139 Childhood refuseth no folly, examines no absurdity; Education makes it any thing; Childhood Refuseth no folly, examines no absurdity; Education makes it any thing; n1 vvz dx n1, vvz dx n1; n1 vvz pn31 d n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1140 The first is entertained as best, and what-ever offers after, is execrated and despised, if it be not like it. The First is entertained as best, and whatever offers After, is execrated and despised, if it be not like it. dt ord vbz vvn p-acp js, cc j n2 a-acp, vbz vvn cc vvn, cs pn31 vbb xx av-j pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1141 This is the condition of all Man-kind in their tender age, and the far greatest part carry the apprehensions to their graves, that they sucked in infancy; This is the condition of all Mankind in their tender age, and the Far greatest part carry the apprehensions to their graves, that they sucked in infancy; d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp po32 j n1, cc dt av-j js n1 vvi dt n2 p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vvd p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1142 And hence it comes about, that there is nothing more impossible, or ridiculous, even in dreams, And hence it comes about, that there is nothing more impossible, or ridiculous, even in dreams, cc av pn31 vvz a-acp, cst pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j, cc j, av p-acp n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1143 and distracted imaginations, than the things which have been entertain'd by great numbers of men, as Sacred: and distracted Imaginations, than the things which have been entertained by great numbers of men, as Sacred: cc j-vvn n2, cs dt n2 r-crq vhb vbn vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f n2, c-acp j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1144 There are no conceits in Bedlam more wild and extravagant, than many about Religion, which have been believ'd firmly, There Are no conceits in Bedlam more wild and extravagant, than many about Religion, which have been believed firmly, a-acp vbr dx n2 p-acp n1 av-dc j cc j, cs d p-acp n1, r-crq vhb vbn vvn av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1145 and zealously promoted, and fiercely contended for, even to Blood and Desolation, by mighty Nations, and whole Empires; by Princes and People; by Great men, and Learned; and zealously promoted, and fiercely contended for, even to Blood and Desolation, by mighty nations, and Whole Empires; by Princes and People; by Great men, and Learned; cc av-j vvn, cc av-j vvn p-acp, av p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp j n2, cc j-jn n2; p-acp n2 cc n1; p-acp j n2, cc j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1146 by Devout, and Prudent, in long Successions from Father to Son, many Ages together. by Devout, and Prudent, in long Successions from Father to Son, many Ages together. p-acp j, cc j, p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, d n2 av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1147 And all these follies have been first imposed by Education, and confirmed by Authority, and Custom; And all these follies have been First imposed by Education, and confirmed by authority, and Custom; cc d d n2 vhb vbn ord vvn p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp n1, cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1148 The power of which is very great, and very few have strength enough in their Understandings to overcome it: The power of which is very great, and very few have strength enough in their Understandings to overcome it: dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av j, cc av d vhb n1 av-d p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1149 And in matters of Religion they are afraid to use their Reasons against those Follies which are taught to be Divine Dictates, above all humane Intellect, And in matters of Religion they Are afraid to use their Reasons against those Follies which Are taught to be Divine Dictates, above all humane Intellect, cc p-acp n2 pp-f n1 pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j-jn vvz, p-acp d j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1150 and not to be tryed or examined by it. and not to be tried or examined by it. cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1151 Upon which accounts it hath been, that Man-kind hath been more extravagantly mad in many Tenents about Religion, Upon which accounts it hath been, that Mankind hath been more extravagantly mad in many Tenants about Religion, p-acp r-crq vvz pn31 vhz vbn, cst n1 vhz vbn av-dc av-j j p-acp d n2 p-acp n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1152 than in any thing else whatsoever: than in any thing Else whatsoever: cs p-acp d n1 av c-crq: (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1153 For in other things the use of Reason is permitted, but in Religion it hath been almost Universally denyed. For in other things the use of Reason is permitted, but in Religion it hath been almost Universally denied. c-acp p-acp j-jn n2 dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, cc-acp p-acp n1 pn31 vhz vbn av av-j vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 197 Image 52
1154 Thus then, the far greatest part of men, are slaves to the Principles in which they were bred; Thus then, the Far greatest part of men, Are slaves to the Principles in which they were bred; av av, dt av-j js n1 pp-f n2, vbr n2 p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 52
1155 and our constitution, infirmity, and circumstances are such, that very few can help it; and our constitution, infirmity, and Circumstances Are such, that very few can help it; cc po12 n1, n1, cc n2 vbr d, cst av d vmb vvi pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 52
1156 and errour in the most is in a manner unavoidable, at least in the weaker sort, and Herd of men: and error in the most is in a manner unavoidable, At least in the Weaker sort, and Heard of men: cc n1 p-acp dt ds vbz p-acp dt n1 j, p-acp ds p-acp dt jc n1, cc n1 pp-f n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 52
1157 For they have no doubts, about what they have been always Taught; and have little or no capacity, inclination, or opportunity, to Examine: For they have no doubts, about what they have been always Taught; and have little or no capacity, inclination, or opportunity, to Examine: c-acp pns32 vhb dx n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb vbn av vvn; cc vhb j cc dx n1, n1, cc n1, pc-acp vvb: (5) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 52
1158 So that 'tis morally impossible for them to free themselves from the prejudices they lie under; So that it's morally impossible for them to free themselves from the prejudices they lie under; av cst pn31|vbz av-j j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n2 pns32 vvb p-acp; (5) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 52
1159 And consequently we ought not to judge them Insincere, because they profess things incredible, and ridiculous; And consequently we ought not to judge them Insincere, Because they profess things incredible, and ridiculous; cc av-j pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi pno32 j, c-acp pns32 vvb n2 j, cc j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 52
1160 or hate them for believing them, when 'tis so difficult, and so almost impossible, that they should do otherwise. or hate them for believing them, when it's so difficult, and so almost impossible, that they should do otherwise. cc vvb pno32 p-acp vvg pno32, c-crq pn31|vbz av j, cc av av j, cst pns32 vmd vdi av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 198 Image 52
1161 And yet we are further to consider, how much those that differ from us, and err in the things in which they differ, are to be allowed upon the account of the Authority, And yet we Are further to Consider, how much those that differ from us, and err in the things in which they differ, Are to be allowed upon the account of the authority, cc av pns12 vbr jc pc-acp vvi, c-crq d d cst vvb p-acp pno12, cc vvi p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 199 Image 52
1162 and Example of many learned, wise, pious, and devout Men that instruct, and incourage them in their way; and Exampl of many learned, wise, pious, and devout Men that instruct, and encourage them in their Way; cc n1 pp-f d j, j, j, cc j n2 cst vvb, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 199 Image 52
1163 and deeply threaten any diversion from it: and deeply threaten any diversion from it: cc av-jn vvi d n1 p-acp pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 199 Image 52
1164 This is a mighty prejudice, when 'tis on the side of Errour, and, no doubt, many honest minds are carried away by it. This is a mighty prejudice, when it's on the side of Error, and, no doubt, many honest minds Are carried away by it. d vbz dt j n1, c-crq pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc, dx n1, d j n2 vbr vvn av p-acp pn31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 199 Image 52
1165 We are naturally apt to follow others, especially those that we esteem; We Are naturally apt to follow Others, especially those that we esteem; pns12 vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi n2-jn, av-j d cst pns12 vvb; (5) sermon (DIV1) 199 Image 52
1166 and 'tis reasonable to do so in things, that we are not so well able to judge of our selves; and it's reasonable to do so in things, that we Are not so well able to judge of our selves; cc pn31|vbz j pc-acp vdi av p-acp n2, cst pns12 vbr xx av av j pc-acp vvi pp-f po12 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 199 Image 52
1167 and modest to permit our judgements to be inclin'd by the sense of those that are wiser, and better. and modest to permit our Judgments to be inclined by the sense of those that Are Wiser, and better. cc j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vbr jc, cc av-jc. (5) sermon (DIV1) 199 Image 52
1168 So that He may be a good man, and a lover of Truth, that yet is much Mistaken in his Opinion; So that He may be a good man, and a lover of Truth, that yet is much Mistaken in his Opinion; av cst pns31 vmb vbi dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cst av vbz av-d vvn p-acp po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 199 Image 52
1169 which, in such a case as this, is his Unhappiness, not his Fault. which, in such a case as this, is his Unhappiness, not his Fault. r-crq, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, vbz po31 n1, xx po31 n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 199 Image 52
1170 And I may add the other thing mention'd, viz. that we ought to allow our erring brother for the fair, And I may add the other thing mentioned, viz. that we ought to allow our erring brother for the fair, cc pns11 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 vvn, n1 cst pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi po12 j-vvg n1 p-acp dt j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 200 Image 52
1171 and specious pretences which many errours plead for themselves; and specious pretences which many errors plead for themselves; cc j n2 r-crq d n2 vvb p-acp px32; (5) sermon (DIV1) 200 Image 52
1172 as Antiquity, Piety, Consent of Churches, Reverend Names, Spirituality, Gods Glory, Gospel-light, and Liberty, and many other such, which sound well, as Antiquity, Piety, Consent of Churches, Reverend Names, Spirituality, God's Glory, Gospel light, and Liberty, and many other such, which found well, c-acp n1, n1, vvb pp-f n2, n-jn n2, n1, ng1 n1, n1, cc n1, cc d j-jn d, r-crq n1 av, (5) sermon (DIV1) 200 Image 52
1173 and sway much with many very pious people who are taken with the pretence, but are not able to discern the fallacy; and sway much with many very pious people who Are taken with the pretence, but Are not able to discern the fallacy; cc n1 av-d p-acp d j j n1 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 200 Image 52
1174 and so swallow the errour for the sake of those fine Names, wherewith it is gilded: and so swallow the error for the sake of those fine Names, wherewith it is gilded: cc av vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 200 Image 52
1175 In which case also, there is Infirmity, and Misfortune, that require our Pity, and our Charity; In which case also, there is Infirmity, and Misfortune, that require our Pity, and our Charity; p-acp r-crq n1 av, pc-acp vbz n1, cc n1, cst vvb po12 n1, cc po12 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 200 Image 52
1176 but nothing that can justifie our Rage or Hatred. but nothing that can justify our Rage or Hatred. cc-acp pix cst vmb vvi po12 n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 200 Image 52
1177 Yea, why should we not Love him for the Zeal and Respect he hath to those good things, the shadows of which have deceived him, rather than Hate him for his weakness in Mistaking? And for those that are so Rigid to the Infirmities of Mistaken Judgements, I wish they would Consider, Yea, why should we not Love him for the Zeal and Respect he hath to those good things, the shadows of which have deceived him, rather than Hate him for his weakness in Mistaking? And for those that Are so Rigid to the Infirmities of Mistaken Judgments, I wish they would Consider, uh, q-crq vmd pns12 xx vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pns31 vhz p-acp d j n2, dt n2 pp-f r-crq vhb vvn pno31, av-c cs vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg? cc p-acp d cst vbr av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvn n2, pns11 vvb pns32 vmd vvi, (5) sermon (DIV1) 200 Image 52
1178 (VI.) That in many things they may err themselves; and therefore shall have need of the Charity of others. (VI.) That in many things they may err themselves; and Therefore shall have need of the Charity of Others. (crd.) cst p-acp d n2 pns32 vmb vvi px32; cc av vmb vhi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2-jn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 52
1179 There is none of us, I hope, so immodest, as to say, or think, that he is mistaken in nothing: There is none of us, I hope, so immodest, as to say, or think, that he is mistaken in nothing: pc-acp vbz pix pp-f pno12, pns11 vvb, av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pix: (5) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 52
1180 If any do, that person errs more, than most of those whose Errours he censures: If any do, that person errs more, than most of those whose Errors he censures: cs d vdb, cst n1 vvz av-dc, cs ds pp-f d rg-crq n2 pns31 vvz: (5) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 52
1181 And if he acknowledgeth that he errs in some things, though he knows not the particulars: And if he acknowledgeth that he errs in Some things, though he knows not the particulars: cc cs pns31 vvz cst pns31 vvz p-acp d n2, cs pns31 vvz xx dt n2-jn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 52
1182 he is himself concerned in the plea for Charity towards the erroneous. he is himself concerned in the plea for Charity towards the erroneous. pns31 vbz px31 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 52
1183 If we were infallible, and all our Opinions were Certainties, and Demonstrations, we might then have more pretence for our Stifness, and Severities; If we were infallible, and all our Opinions were Certainties, and Demonstrations, we might then have more pretence for our Stiffness, and Severities; cs pns12 vbdr j, cc d po12 n2 vbdr n2, cc n2, pns12 vmd av vhi dc n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 52
1184 But to confess the Infirmities of our own understandings, and to give no candid allowances to other mens failings, this is utterly inexcusable, But to confess the Infirmities of our own understandings, and to give no candid allowances to other men's failings, this is utterly inexcusable, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2, cc pc-acp vvi dx j n2 p-acp j-jn ng2 n2-vvg, d vbz av-j j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 52
1185 and contrary to our own interests: and contrary to our own interests: cc j-jn p-acp po12 d n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 52
1186 For in this rigorous way, every man condemns himself, and puts a weapon into every other mans hand to destroy him. For in this rigorous Way, every man condemns himself, and puts a weapon into every other men hand to destroy him. c-acp p-acp d j n1, d n1 vvz px31, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp d j-jn ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 52
1187 Let him that is without Errour, throw the first Stone at the Erroneous; Let him that is without Error, throw the First Stone At the Erroneous; vvb pno31 cst vbz p-acp n1, vvb dt ord n1 p-acp dt j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 52
1188 but if he begins, that is obnoxious himself, what favour can he expect? The same reason he hath to Assault those before him, all the rest have to Pelt him: but if he begins, that is obnoxious himself, what favour can he expect? The same reason he hath to Assault those before him, all the rest have to Pelt him: cc-acp cs pns31 vvz, cst vbz j px31, r-crq n1 vmb pns31 vvi? dt d n1 pns31 vhz pc-acp vvi d p-acp pno31, d dt n1 vhb pc-acp vvi pno31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 52
1189 So that to hate, and reproach our Brother for his supposed Errours, is, besides the other evil things, very unwise, So that to hate, and reproach our Brother for his supposed Errors, is, beside the other evil things, very unwise, av cst pc-acp vvi, cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn n2, vbz, p-acp dt j-jn j-jn n2, av j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 52
1190 and unpolitick, and contrary to the principles of Safety, and Self-love. and unpolitic, and contrary to the principles of Safety, and Self-love. cc j, cc j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 52
1191 If this were well consider'd, Interest might perhaps effect that in some, which sense of Duty cannot. If this were well considered, Interest might perhaps Effect that in Some, which sense of Duty cannot. cs d vbdr av vvn, n1 vmd av vvi cst p-acp d, r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vmbx. (5) sermon (DIV1) 201 Image 52
1192 Now in all this, I have no intention to make Apologies for Errour, but to lay sure grounds for Universal Love; Now in all this, I have no intention to make Apologies for Error, but to lay sure grounds for Universal Love; av p-acp d d, pns11 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp j-u n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 202 Image 52
1193 and what I have said, is not for the Interest of any particular Sect, but it is the joynt concern of all parties in Religion; and what I have said, is not for the Interest of any particular Sect, but it is the joint concern of all parties in Religion; cc r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 vvb pp-f d n2 p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 202 Image 52
1194 since they all equally need each others Charity. since they all equally need each Others Charity. c-acp pns32 d av-j vvb d ng1-jn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 202 Image 52
1195 If any man be Angry, and think I would have him be too kind to the Erroneous; If any man be Angry, and think I would have him be too kind to the Erroneous; cs d n1 vbi j, cc vvb pns11 vmd vhi pno31 vbi av j p-acp dt j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 202 Image 52
1196 he will, I hope, be pacified, when he considers, that I also design to make them kind to him; he will, I hope, be pacified, when he considers, that I also Design to make them kind to him; pns31 vmb, pns11 vvb, vbb vvn, c-crq pns31 vvz, cst pns11 av vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 j p-acp pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 202 Image 52
1197 and the kindness I plead for, respects mens Persons, and Vertuous Qualities, and my Charity is to the Infirmities of their Understandings: and the kindness I plead for, respects men's Persons, and Virtuous Qualities, and my Charity is to the Infirmities of their Understandings: cc dt n1 pns11 vvb p-acp, vvz ng2 n2, cc j n2, cc po11 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 202 Image 52
1198 but for the fondness, and bitter Zeal; the pride, and narrowness; the malice, scorn, and separation, that useth to go with the opinions of Sects; but for the fondness, and bitter Zeal; the pride, and narrowness; the malice, scorn, and separation, that uses to go with the opinions of Sects; cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cc j n1; dt n1, cc n2; dt n1, n1, cc n1, cst vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 202 Image 52
1199 these I confess are very odious, and detestable; and 'tis very hard not to be warmed to Indignation by them: These are Vices, and Immoralities; these I confess Are very odious, and detestable; and it's very hard not to be warmed to Indignation by them: These Are Vices, and Immoralities; d pns11 vvb vbr av j, cc j; cc pn31|vbz av j xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32: d vbr n2, cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 202 Image 52
1200 and a True Catholick, that loves God, and his Neighbour heartily, may, and ought, to manifest his resentments against them, in order to the discountenancing and curing such hateful and deadly evils. Thus of my Considerations. and a True Catholic, that loves God, and his Neighbour heartily, may, and ought, to manifest his resentments against them, in order to the discountenancing and curing such hateful and deadly evils. Thus of my Considerations. cc dt j njp, cst vvz np1, cc po31 n1 av-j, vmb, cc vmd, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg cc vvg d j cc j n2-jn. av pp-f po11 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 202 Image 52
1201 I Propose the CAUTIONS under the following Heads; (I.) Beware of inordinate Admiration, and Love of any Sect: I Propose the CAUTIONS under the following Heads; (I) Beware of inordinate Admiration, and Love of any Sect: pns11 vvb dt n2 p-acp dt j-vvg n2; (uh) vvb pp-f j n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 203 Image 52
1202 When we passionately Admire a Party, we are apt to Despise them that differ from it; When we passionately Admire a Party, we Are apt to Despise them that differ from it; c-crq pns12 av-j vvb dt n1, pns12 vbr j p-acp vvb pno32 cst vvb p-acp pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 52
1203 and to confine the Church to those of that particular way: Hence it is that fond Opinators invest their beloved Congregation, with all the glorious Priviledges, and to confine the Church to those of that particular Way: Hence it is that found Opinators invest their Beloved Congregation, with all the glorious Privileges, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d pp-f d j n1: av pn31 vbz cst j n2 vvb po32 j-vvn n1, p-acp d dt j n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 52
1204 and Titles, making Angels of their own men; and Titles, making Angels of their own men; cc n2, vvg n2 pp-f po32 d n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 52
1205 whenas for others, they lookdown upon them, as heretical, or carnal, as formal people, or meerly moral, who are strangers to Gods Grace, whenas for Others, they lookdown upon them, as heretical, or carnal, as formal people, or merely moral, who Are Strangers to God's Grace, cs p-acp n2-jn, pns32 av p-acp pno32, c-acp j, cc j, c-acp j n1, cc av-j j, r-crq vbr n2 p-acp npg1 n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 52
1206 and Covenant, and ignorant of the mysteries of Faith and Religion; and therefore they will not defile themselves with their Conversation, nor come into their Assemblies. and Covenant, and ignorant of the Mysteres of Faith and Religion; and Therefore they will not defile themselves with their Conversation, nor come into their Assemblies. cc n1, cc j pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; cc av pns32 vmb xx vvi px32 p-acp po32 n1, ccx vvi p-acp po32 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 52
1207 They look upon the rest of Christians with an eye of pride, and scorn; They look upon the rest of Christians with an eye of pride, and scorn; pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 52
1208 and affectedly thank God that they are not like these Publicans, these men of the world: and affectedly thank God that they Are not like these Publicans, these men of the world: cc av-vvn vvb np1 cst pns32 vbr xx av-j d n2, d n2 pp-f dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 52
1209 They hug themselves in the dear opinion of their own Light; and conclude all others to be in Darkness. They hug themselves in the dear opinion of their own Light; and conclude all Others to be in Darkness. pns32 vvb px32 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 d n1; cc vvb d n2-jn pc-acp vbi p-acp n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 52
1210 They heap up Teachers to themselves, 2 Tim. 4. 3. and doat upon their own Apostles; They heap up Teachers to themselves, 2 Tim. 4. 3. and dote upon their own Apostles; pns32 vvb a-acp n2 p-acp px32, crd np1 crd crd cc vvi p-acp po32 d n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 52
1211 I am for Paul, or I am for Apollos, or I am for Cephas: This is a pretious man, I am for Paul, or I am for Apollos, or I am for Cephas: This is a precious man, pns11 vbm p-acp np1, cc pns11 vbm p-acp npg1, cc pns11 vbm p-acp np1: d vbz dt j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 52
1212 or that is a Gospel-Preacher; such a one is very Powerful, and such a one is very Sweet, and Spiritual; and O how Beautiful are the Feet of those Messengers of good tydings to them, or that is a Gospel preacher; such a one is very Powerful, and such a one is very Sweet, and Spiritual; and O how Beautiful Are the Feet of those Messengers of good tidings to them, cc d vbz dt n1; d dt pi vbz j j, cc d dt pi vbz j j, cc j; cc np1 c-crq j vbr dt n2 pp-f d n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp pno32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 52
1213 while they assure them by the Marks of their Sect, that they are Gods Peculiar, and Chosen People! while they assure them by the Marks of their Sect, that they Are God's Peculiar, and Chosen People! cs pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, cst pns32 vbr n2 j, cc j-vvn n1! (5) sermon (DIV1) 204 Image 52
1214 Which Fondness were not so Mischievous, if at the same time all others were not counted Reprobates and Cast-aways; Which Fondness were not so Mischievous, if At the same time all Others were not counted Reprobates and Castaways; r-crq n1 vbdr xx av j, cs p-acp dt d n1 d n2-jn vbdr xx vvn n2-jn cc j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 52
1215 But this follows, and many other fatal evils: endless Enmities are begun, and Charity is destroyed, and the foundation is laid for Cruelty, and Persecution: But this follows, and many other fatal evils: endless Enmities Are begun, and Charity is destroyed, and the Foundation is laid for Cruelty, and Persecution: cc-acp d vvz, cc d j-jn j n2-jn: j n2 vbr vvn, cc n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 52
1216 and Gods goodness, which is to his whole Church, is wronged by being narrowed, and Christs Blood is undervalued, and God's Goodness, which is to his Whole Church, is wronged by being narrowed, and Christ Blood is undervalved, cc npg1 n1, r-crq vbz p-acp po31 j-jn n1, vbz vvn p-acp vbg vvn, cc npg1 n1 vbz vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 52
1217 and the greatest part of his Purchase is by these men given to the Devil, and Christianity is undermined, and the Peace of Mankind is overthrown: and the greatest part of his Purchase is by these men given to the devil, and Christianity is undermined, and the Peace of Mankind is overthrown: cc dt js n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc np1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 52
1218 All this we have sadly seen; and I have said nothing here out of any Animosity, or Bitterness; All this we have sadly seen; and I have said nothing Here out of any Animosity, or Bitterness; d d pns12 vhb av-j vvn; cc pns11 vhb vvn pix av av pp-f d n1, cc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 52
1219 nor have I any design to render any good man, or number of men Odious, or Contemptible; nor have I any Design to render any good man, or number of men Odious, or Contemptible; ccx vhb pns11 d n1 pc-acp vvi d j n1, cc n1 pp-f n2 j, cc j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 52
1220 but to represent the Vanity, and the Mischief of this fond spirit, of admiring Parties; which hath been very fatal to Charity, and to the whole body of Religion. but to represent the Vanity, and the Mischief of this found Spirit, of admiring Parties; which hath been very fatal to Charity, and to the Whole body of Religion. cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d j n1, pp-f j-vvg n2; r-crq vhz vbn av j p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 205 Image 52
1221 And we shall understand more of the evil of it, if we consider St. Jude 's description of the Sectaries of his time, who looked upon themselves as the only illuminated people, and despised all other Christians: And we shall understand more of the evil of it, if we Consider Saint U^de is description of the Sectaries of his time, who looked upon themselves as the only illuminated people, and despised all other Christians: cc pns12 vmb vvi dc pp-f dt n-jn pp-f pn31, cs pns12 vvb n1 np1 vbz n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vvd p-acp px32 p-acp dt av-j vvn n1, cc vvd d j-jn np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1222 These the Apostle describes (1.) by the groundlesness, and vanity of their conceits; They were Dreamers, ver. 8. (2.) by their insolence against Government; These the Apostle describes (1.) by the groundlessness, and vanity of their conceits; They were Dreamers, ver. 8. (2.) by their insolence against Government; d dt n1 vvz (crd) p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 n2; pns32 vbdr n2, fw-la. crd (crd) p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1223 They Despised Dominion, and spake Evil of Dignities; They Despised Dominion, and spoke Evil of Dignities; pns32 vvd n1, cc vvd n-jn pp-f n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1224 in the same Verse: (3.) by their ignorant malice, ver. 10. They spoke evil of things they knew not; in the same Verse: (3.) by their ignorant malice, ver. 10. They spoke evil of things they knew not; p-acp dt d n1: (crd) p-acp po32 j n1, fw-la. crd pns32 vvd j-jn pp-f n2 pns32 vvd xx; (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1225 (4.) by their Cruelty and Unmercifulness to their Brethren; (4.) by their Cruelty and Unmercifulness to their Brothers; (crd) p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1226 They have gone in the way of Cain; (5.) by their Murmuring, and Projecting against their Rulers, ver. 11. And perished in the gain saying of Core; (6.) By the speciousness of their shews, and appearances; They have gone in the Way of Cain; (5.) by their Murmuring, and Projecting against their Rulers, ver. 11. And perished in the gain saying of Core; (6.) By the speciousness of their shows, and appearances; pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (crd) p-acp po32 j-vvg, cc vvg p-acp po32 n2, fw-la. crd np1 vvd p-acp dt vvb vvg pp-f n1; (crd) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 vvz, cc n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1227 They were Clouds, ver. 12. (7.) By their emptiness, and want of real vertue, notwithstanding their pretences; They were Clouds, ver. 12. (7.) By their emptiness, and want of real virtue, notwithstanding their pretences; pns32 vbdr n2, fw-la. crd (crd) p-acp po32 n1, cc n1 pp-f j n1, c-acp po32 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1228 They were Clouds without water: (8.) By their unconstancy, and unsetledness; They were carried about of winds: (9.) By their violence and fury, ver. 13. Raging waves of the Sea: They were Clouds without water: (8.) By their unconstancy, and unsettledness; They were carried about of winds: (9.) By their violence and fury, ver. 13. Raging waves of the Sea: pns32 vbdr n2 p-acp n1: (crd) p-acp po32 n1, cc n1; pns32 vbdr vvn a-acp pp-f n2: (crd) p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, fw-la. crd vvg n2 pp-f dt n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1229 (10.) By their eminency, and pretended Light; They were Stars: (11.) By the irregularity of their motions, (10.) By their eminency, and pretended Light; They were Stars: (11.) By the irregularity of their motions, (crd) p-acp po32 n1, cc vvd n1; pns32 vbdr n2: (crd) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1230 and their running up and down; and their running up and down; cc po32 vvg a-acp cc a-acp; (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1231 they were Wandring Stars: (12.) By their discontentedness; They were Murmurers, Complainers, ver. 16. (13.) by their Stubbornness in the way of their own wills, Walking after their own Lusts: they were Wandering Stars: (12.) By their discontentedness; They were Murmurers, Complainers, ver. 16. (13.) by their Stubbornness in the Way of their own wills, Walking After their own Lustiest: pns32 vbdr vvg n2: (crd) p-acp po32 n1; pns32 vbdr n2, n2, fw-la. crd (crd) p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, vvg p-acp po32 d n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1232 (14.) By their Proud expressions concerning themselves, and their Party; by their Canting, and Mysteriousness of their Phrases; (14.) By their Proud expressions Concerning themselves, and their Party; by their Canting, and Mysteriousness of their Phrases; (crd) p-acp po32 j n2 vvg px32, cc po32 n1; p-acp po32 vvg, cc n1 pp-f po32 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1233 Their Mouth speaketh great swelling Words: Their Mouth speaks great swelling Words: po32 n1 vvz j j-vvg n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1234 (15.) By their fond Admiration of their own People, Having mens Persons in Admiration: (15.) By their found Admiration of their own People, Having men's Persons in Admiration: (crd) p-acp po32 j n1 pp-f po32 d n1, vhg ng2 n2 p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1235 (16.) By their Proud Scorn, they are called Mockers, ver. 18. (17.) By their Separation, ver. 19. These be they who Separate themselves: (16.) By their Proud Scorn, they Are called Mockers, ver. 18. (17.) By their Separation, ver. 19. These be they who Separate themselves: (crd) p-acp po32 j n1, pns32 vbr vvn n2, fw-la. crd (crd) p-acp po32 n1, fw-la. crd d vbb pns32 r-crq j px32: (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1236 (18.) By their real Sensuality, and self-pleasing, under great Boasts, and pretensions to the Spirit; sensual, having not the Spirit. This is the Apostles description of the first Separatists, the Gnosticks, who admired themselves, (18.) By their real Sensuality, and self-pleasing, under great Boasts, and pretensions to the Spirit; sensual, having not the Spirit. This is the Apostles description of the First Separatists, the Gnostics, who admired themselves, (crd) p-acp po32 j n1, cc j, p-acp j n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1; j, vhg xx dt n1. d vbz dt np1 n1 pp-f dt ord n2, dt n2, r-crq vvd px32, (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1237 and withdrew from the Communion of other Christians, under pretence of greater Holiness: And I could wish they had had no Successors among us; and withdrew from the Communion of other Christians, under pretence of greater Holiness: And I could wish they had had no Successors among us; cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn np1, p-acp n1 pp-f jc n1: cc pns11 vmd vvi pns32 vhd vhn dx n2 p-acp pno12; (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1238 and they will have the fewer, if we learn to avoid the undue Admiration of any particular Sect. My next Caution is, and they will have the fewer, if we Learn to avoid the undue Admiration of any particular Sect. My next Caution is, cc pns32 vmb vhi dt dc, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d j np1 po11 ord n1 vbz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 206 Image 52
1239 (II.) That you avoid eager, and passionate Disputes; in these, Charity is always lost, and Truth seldom, or never found: (II) That you avoid eager, and passionate Disputes; in these, Charity is always lost, and Truth seldom, or never found: (crd) cst pn22 vvb j, cc j vvz; p-acp d, n1 vbz av vvn, cc n1 av, cc av-x vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1240 When the Passion is raised, the Judgement is gone; and there is no seeing to the bottom in disturbed, and muddied waters. When the Passion is raised, the Judgement is gone; and there is no seeing to the bottom in disturbed, and muddied waters. c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz vvn; cc pc-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-vvn, cc vvn n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1241 'Tis the calm, and quiet considerer that finds Truth, while the hot, and confident disputer loseth both himself, and it; It's the Cam, and quiet considerer that finds Truth, while the hight, and confident disputer loses both himself, and it; pn31|vbz dt j-jn, cc j-jn n1 cst vvz n1, cs dt j, cc j n1 vvz av-d px31, cc pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1242 when his passion is once kindled, he cannot speak any thing pertinently himself, nor understand what is spoken to purpose, by another; when his passion is once kindled, he cannot speak any thing pertinently himself, nor understand what is spoken to purpose, by Another; c-crq po31 n1 vbz a-acp vvn, pns31 vmbx vvi d n1 av-j px31, ccx vvi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp j-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1243 and so can neither convince, nor be convinced. If thou differ with thy brother then, do not ruffle with him in vehement disputes, and so can neither convince, nor be convinced. If thou differ with thy brother then, do not ruffle with him in vehement disputes, cc av vmb dx vvi, ccx vbi vvn. cs pns21 vvb p-acp po21 n1 av, vdb xx vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp j vvz, (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1244 but remember the Apologue: The Sun and Wind contended for the Travellers Cloak; the Wind bluster'd about him, and endeavoured to prevail by violence; but Remember the Apologue: The Sun and Wind contended for the Travellers Cloak; the Wind blustered about him, and endeavoured to prevail by violence; cc-acp vvb dt n1: dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1; dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1245 but with this bad success, that the man held his Garment the faster for it: but with this bad success, that the man held his Garment the faster for it: cc-acp p-acp d j n1, cst dt n1 vvd po31 n1 dt av-jc p-acp pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1246 At length, the Sun shines forth with a calm and insinuating beam, which warmed him gently, At length, the Sun shines forth with a Cam and insinuating beam, which warmed him gently, p-acp n1, dt n1 vvz av p-acp dt j-jn cc j-vvg n1, r-crq vvd pno31 av-j, (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1247 and caus'd him at last to throw his Cloak from him. and caused him At last to throw his Cloak from him. cc vvd pno31 p-acp ord pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31. (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1248 If thou art desirous to prevail with thy friend to lay down his Opinion, assault him not by the fierceness of disputes; If thou art desirous to prevail with thy friend to lay down his Opinion, assault him not by the fierceness of disputes; cs pns21 vb2r j pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1, vvb pno31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz; (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1249 For such attempts will but raise his passion, and that will make him stick the closer to his Errour; For such attempts will but raise his passion, and that will make him stick the closer to his Error; c-acp d n2 vmb p-acp vvi po31 n1, cc cst vmb vvi pno31 n1 dt av-jc p-acp po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1250 but shine upon him with a calm light, insinuate thy better principle by modest, and gentle suggestions. but shine upon him with a Cam Light, insinuate thy better principle by modest, and gentle suggestions. cc-acp vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvb po21 j n1 p-acp j, cc j n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1251 He that hath wedded any falshood, hath many prejudices against the contrary Truth; He that hath wedded any falsehood, hath many prejudices against the contrary Truth; pns31 cst vhz vvn d n1, vhz d n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1252 and these are not to be torn off all at once, but softly, and by degrees to be unwound: and these Are not to be torn off all At once, but softly, and by Degrees to be unwound: cc d vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp d p-acp a-acp, cc-acp av-j, cc p-acp n2 pc-acp vbb vvn-u: (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1253 This is the likeliest way to prevail upon Dissenters; This is the likeliest Way to prevail upon Dissenters; d vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1254 or, if at any time it fails of its success, there is however no hurt done: or, if At any time it fails of its success, there is however no hurt done: cc, cs p-acp d n1 pn31 vvz pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vbz a-acp dx n1 vdn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1255 Charity and Peace are preserved, which are much better, than most Opinions, for which we contend: Charity and Peace Are preserved, which Are much better, than most Opinions, for which we contend: n1 cc n1 vbr vvn, r-crq vbr d av-jc, cs ds n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb: (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1256 Whereas by Disputes men are mutually provoked, and tempted to pour forth many Idle, and many bitter words; Whereas by Disputes men Are mutually provoked, and tempted to pour forth many Idle, and many bitter words; cs a-acp vvz n2 vbr av-j vvn, cc vvd pc-acp vvi av d j, cc d j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1257 the quiet and temper of their minds is disturbed, and likely the Peace of others also: the quiet and temper of their minds is disturbed, and likely the Peace of Others also: dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 vbz vvn, cc j dt n1 pp-f n2-jn av: (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1258 They are brought no whit nearer each other, in their Judgements, but put at a much greater distance, in their Affections: They Are brought no whit nearer each other, in their Judgments, but put At a much greater distance, in their Affections: pns32 vbr vvn dx n1 av-jc d n-jn, p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp vvd p-acp dt d jc n1, p-acp po32 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1259 Whereas by the other method of calm proceeding all these evils are avoided. Whereas by the other method of Cam proceeding all these evils Are avoided. cs p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n-jn vvg d d n2-jn vbr vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 208 Image 52
1260 'Tis true, we are commanded to contend earnestly for the faith that was once delivered to the Saints, Jude 3. But the Faith there meant, doth not consist in points of doubtful disputation, It's true, we Are commanded to contend earnestly for the faith that was once Delivered to the Saints, U^de 3. But the Faith there meant, does not consist in points of doubtful disputation, pn31|vbz j, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 cst vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2, np1 crd p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvd, vdz xx vvi p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 209 Image 52
1261 but in the Fundamental Article That Christ Jesus is the Messias, joyn'd with a vertuous and holy conversation; but in the Fundamental Article That christ jesus is the Messias, joined with a virtuous and holy Conversation; cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 cst np1 np1 vbz dt np1, vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 209 Image 52
1262 and the persons against whom those primitive Christians were to contend, were Ungodly Men that denied the only Lord God, and our Lord Jesus Christ, ver. 5. For these Essential matters, we may, and the Persons against whom those primitive Christians were to contend, were Ungodly Men that denied the only Lord God, and our Lord jesus christ, ver. 5. For these Essential matters, we may, cc dt n2 p-acp ro-crq d j np1 vbdr pc-acp vvi, vbdr j n2 cst vvd dt j n1 np1, cc po12 n1 np1 np1, fw-la. crd p-acp d j n2, pns12 vmb, (5) sermon (DIV1) 209 Image 52
1263 and we ought to be earnest; and we ought to be earnest; cc pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 209 Image 52
1264 but Contention about lesser things, is called by the Apostle, Perverse-Disputing, and reckoned as the effect of pride, but Contention about lesser things, is called by the Apostle, Perverse-Disputing, and reckoned as the Effect of pride, cc-acp n1 p-acp jc n2, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, j, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 209 Image 52
1265 and ignorance, 1 Tim. 6. 5. And hence I pass to a Third Caution, which is this, and ignorance, 1 Tim. 6. 5. And hence I pass to a Third Caution, which is this, cc n1, crd np1 crd crd cc av pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbz d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 209 Image 52
1266 (III.) Beware of Zeal about Opinions; by which, I mean all the Propositions of less certainty, or consequence: (III.) Beware of Zeal about Opinions; by which, I mean all the Propositions of less certainty, or consequence: (np1.) vvb pp-f n1 p-acp n2; p-acp r-crq, pns11 vvb d dt n2 pp-f dc n1, cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 210 Image 52
1267 About these we may, no doubt, be inquisitive and thoughtful; About these we may, no doubt, be inquisitive and thoughtful; p-acp d pns12 vmb, dx n1, vbb j cc j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 210 Image 52
1268 and our search will be commendable, while we manage it with modesty, and caution, in order to the gaining more Motives, and our search will be commendable, while we manage it with modesty, and caution, in order to the gaining more Motives, cc po12 n1 vmb vbi j, cs pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp n1, cc n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg dc n2, (5) sermon (DIV1) 210 Image 52
1269 and directions for a vertuous Practice: and directions for a virtuous Practice: cc n2 p-acp dt j n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 210 Image 52
1270 But to be eager in them, and to disturb the peace of Societies for their sakes; But to be eager in them, and to disturb the peace of Societies for their sakes; cc-acp pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 210 Image 52
1271 this is a vitious, and dangerous excess, destructive to Christian Charity, and the publick weal, and order. this is a vicious, and dangerous excess, destructive to Christian Charity, and the public weal, and order. d vbz dt j, cc j n1, j p-acp np1 n1, cc dt j n1, cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 210 Image 52
1272 There is nothing hath done the world more mischief, than indiscreet, unseasonable Zeal for Truths, while men have not made a difference between those, that are necessary to be believed, and known; There is nothing hath done the world more mischief, than indiscreet, unseasonable Zeal for Truths, while men have not made a difference between those, that Are necessary to be believed, and known; pc-acp vbz pix vhz vdn dt n1 av-dc n1, cs j, j n1 p-acp n2, cs n2 vhb xx vvn dt n1 p-acp d, cst vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 52
1273 and those others, which may safely be doubted, and denied: and those Others, which may safely be doubted, and denied: cc d n2-jn, r-crq vmb av-j vbi vvn, cc vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 52
1274 'Tis a great and dangerous mistake to think, that we ought to publish, and propagate all the Truth we know; It's a great and dangerous mistake to think, that we ought to publish, and propagate all the Truth we know; pn31|vbz dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi, cc vvi d dt n1 pns12 vvb; (5) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 52
1275 For every man thinks his own Opinions about Religion, Gods Truth; and nature inclines men to desire to beget their own image upon other mens minds; For every man thinks his own Opinions about Religion, God's Truth; and nature inclines men to desire to beget their own image upon other men's minds; c-acp d n1 vvz po31 d n2 p-acp n1, ng1 n1; cc n1 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp vvb po32 d n1 p-acp j-jn ng2 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 52
1276 and if this be made a Duty too, every man will be a Teacher of all the rest; and if this be made a Duty too, every man will be a Teacher of all the rest; cc cs d vbb vvn dt n1 av, d n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 52
1277 and no man will let his brother be at quiet; This man is ready to burst till he hath given himself vent; and no man will let his brother be At quiet; This man is ready to burst till he hath given himself vent; cc dx n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 vbb p-acp j-jn; d n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vhz vvn px31 vvi; (5) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 52
1278 and the other is as impatient, till he hath contradicted what he hath said: and the other is as impatient, till he hath contradicted what he hath said: cc dt n-jn vbz p-acp j, c-acp pns31 vhz vvd r-crq pns31 vhz vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 52
1279 Both are zealous to Proselyte each other, and neither can be contented with a single conquest, till the publick be disturbed. Both Are zealous to Proselyte each other, and neither can be contented with a single conquest, till the public be disturbed. d vbr j p-acp n1 d n-jn, cc dx vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, c-acp dt j vbi vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 52
1280 These are some of the effects of opinionative zeal, and we know it by a dear experience. These Are Some of the effects of opinionative zeal, and we know it by a dear experience. d vbr d pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 np1-n, cc pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 52
1281 Here is the source of all Divisions, and Sects. Here is the source of all Divisions, and Sects. av vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 52
1282 Gods Truth is the pretence of every Party, and being enlightned themselves, they all think they ought to enlighten all others; God's Truth is the pretence of every Party, and being enlightened themselves, they all think they ought to enlighten all Others; npg1 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc vbg vvn px32, pns32 d vvb pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi d n2-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 52
1283 and these Lights meeting, and being infinitely reflected, beget a flame between them, in which all of them are scorched, and these Lights meeting, and being infinitely reflected, beget a flame between them, in which all of them Are scorched, cc d n2 vvg, cc vbg av-j vvn, vvb dt n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp r-crq d pp-f pno32 vbr vvn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 52
1284 and Charity, and Peace are consumed. and Charity, and Peace Are consumed. cc n1, cc n1 vbr vvn. (5) sermon (DIV1) 211 Image 52
1285 If therefore we are friends to Christian Love, let us avoid, and oppose this its most fatal enemy; If Therefore we Are Friends to Christian Love, let us avoid, and oppose this its most fatal enemy; cs av pns12 vbr n2 p-acp njp n1, vvb pno12 vvi, cc vvi d pn31|vbz av-ds j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 52
1286 and consider, That we need not be zealous for more truth, than what God hath made necessary; and Consider, That we need not be zealous for more truth, than what God hath made necessary; cc vvb, cst pns12 vvb xx vbi j p-acp dc n1, cs r-crq np1 vhz vvn j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 52
1287 and ought not to be zealous for more, than what Scripture and Reason have made certain; and ought not to be zealous for more, than what Scripture and Reason have made certain; cc vmd xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp dc, cs r-crq n1 cc n1 vhb vvn j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 52
1288 That the Necessary, and certain things are very few, and the remoter doctrines difficult, and deep; That the Necessary, and certain things Are very few, and the Remoter doctrines difficult, and deep; cst dt j, cc j n2 vbr av d, cc dt jc n2 j, cc j-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 52
1289 That we may easily be deceived in speculative points, where so much acuteness, and freedom, and care, and diligence is needful; That we may Easily be deceived in speculative points, where so much acuteness, and freedom, and care, and diligence is needful; cst pns12 vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp j n2, c-crq av d n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 vbz j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 52
1290 That the greatest part imbrace Shadows, and their Zeal is for folly, and falshood: That the greatest part embrace Shadows, and their Zeal is for folly, and falsehood: cst dt js n1 vvi n2, cc po32 n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 52
1291 That our brethren may be good men, though they understand not many things that we know; That our brothers may be good men, though they understand not many things that we know; cst po12 n2 vmb vbi j n2, cs pns32 vvb xx d n2 cst pns12 vvb; (5) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 52
1292 or err in many in which we judge aright; That the benefits of an Opinion, if true, will not make amends for the trouble, or err in many in which we judge aright; That the benefits of an Opinion, if true, will not make amends for the trouble, cc vvb p-acp d p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb av; cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cs j, vmb xx vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 52
1293 and disturbance, that is made to promote it; and That Charity is more valuable than Knowledge, 1 Cor. 8. 1. 1 Cor. 13. and disturbance, that is made to promote it; and That Charity is more valuable than Knowledge, 1 Cor. 8. 1. 1 Cor. 13. cc n1, cst vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31; cc d n1 vbz av-dc j cs n1, crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd (5) sermon (DIV1) 212 Image 52
1294 If we thus Consider, we shall be contented with the satisfactions of our own minds, and not be Angry with others because they will not take us for their Guides; If we thus Consider, we shall be contented with the satisfactions of our own minds, and not be Angry with Others Because they will not take us for their Guides; cs pns12 av vvb, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 d n2, cc xx vbi j p-acp n2-jn c-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp po32 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 213 Image 52
1295 we shall exercise our Zeal upon the necessary, certain things; and our Charity about the rest; we shall exercise our Zeal upon the necessary, certain things; and our Charity about the rest; pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt j, j n2; cc po12 n1 p-acp dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 213 Image 52
1296 we shall inform our brother who needs, or desires it; and let him alone when it may do him, or others hurt to disturb him; we shall inform our brother who needs, or Desires it; and let him alone when it may do him, or Others hurt to disturb him; pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 r-crq av, cc vvz pn31; cc vvb pno31 j c-crq pn31 vmb vdi pno31, cc n2-jn vvd pc-acp vvi pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 213 Image 52
1297 we shall propose our Opinions seasonably, and modestly, and be willing that men should receive them, as they can; we shall propose our Opinions seasonably, and modestly, and be willing that men should receive them, as they can; pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 av-j, cc av-j, cc vbi j cst n2 vmd vvi pno32, c-acp pns32 vmb; (5) sermon (DIV1) 213 Image 52
1298 we shall not be concerned at any mans Mistake, that doth not minister to Vice, and when it doth, we shall prudently, and calmly endeavour to rectifie his thoughts; we shall not be concerned At any men Mistake, that does not minister to Vice, and when it does, we shall prudently, and calmly endeavour to rectify his thoughts; pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d ng1 n1, cst vdz xx vvi p-acp n1, cc c-crq pn31 vdz, pns12 vmb av-j, cc av-jn vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 213 Image 52
1299 we shall converse indifferently with all Perswasions without wrangling, and discord; and exercise our Charity, and Good Will towards the Good men of any sort: we shall converse indifferently with all Persuasions without wrangling, and discord; and exercise our Charity, and Good Will towards the Good men of any sort: pns12 vmb vvi av-j p-acp d n2 p-acp vvg, cc n1; cc vvb po12 n1, cc j n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 213 Image 52
1300 Thus our Zeal will be rightly tempered, and directed, and Charity promoted. And yet further in order to it, I propose this last Caution: Thus our Zeal will be rightly tempered, and directed, and Charity promoted. And yet further in order to it, I propose this last Caution: av po12 n1 vmb vbi av-jn vvn, cc vvn, cc n1 vvn. cc av av-jc p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, pns11 vvb d ord n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 213 Image 52
1301 (IV.) Beware of censuring, and affixing odious Names and consequences upon the persons or opinions of Dissenters. (IV.) Beware of censuring, and affixing odious Names and consequences upon the Persons or opinions of Dissenters. (np1) vvb pp-f vvg, cc vvg j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1302 He that Censures another, in part Hates him; He that Censures Another, in part Hates him; pns31 cst vvz j-jn, p-acp n1 vvz pno31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1303 and wants many degrees of that Charity the Apostle commends, and describes, 1 Cor. 13. 4, 5, 6, 7. which beareth all things, hopeth all things, believeth all things, endureth all things. and Wants many Degrees of that Charity the Apostle commends, and describes, 1 Cor. 13. 4, 5, 6, 7. which bears all things, Hopes all things, Believeth all things, Endureth all things. cc vvz d n2 pp-f d n1 dt n1 vvz, cc vvz, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd r-crq vvz d n2, vvz d n2, vvz d n2, vvz d n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1304 He that Rails at his Neighbour for his Opinion, wants only power to Persecute him for it: He that Rails At his Neighbour for his Opinion, Wants only power to Persecute him for it: pns31 cst vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz av-j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1305 yea, even this is a kind of Persecution; for there is a persecution of the Tongue, as well as of the Hand; yea, even this is a kind of Persecution; for there is a persecution of the Tongue, as well as of the Hand; uh, av d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1306 and He that Injures his Brother in his Name, is a Persecutor, as well as the other, that hurts him in his Body or Estate. and He that Injures his Brother in his Name, is a Persecutor, as well as the other, that hurts him in his Body or Estate. cc pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vbz dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n-jn, cst vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1307 Let us take heed then, lest we become guilty by fastning names of Reproach upon those of different Judgement; Let us take heed then, lest we become guilty by fastening names of Reproach upon those of different Judgement; vvb pno12 vvi n1 av, cs pns12 vvb j p-acp vvg n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d pp-f j n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1308 and imposing the odious consequences that we our selves make, upon our Neighbour, as his Opinion: and imposing the odious consequences that we our selves make, upon our Neighbour, as his Opinion: cc vvg dt j n2 cst pns12 po12 n2 vvi, p-acp po12 n1, c-acp po31 n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1309 Both these are very common, and the Spight, and Injustice of them do exceedingly exasperate our Spirits, and enflame our Disagreements: Both these Are very Common, and the Spite, and Injustice of them do exceedingly exasperate our Spirits, and inflame our Disagreements: d d vbr av j, cc dt n1, cc n1 pp-f pno32 vdb av-vvg vvi po12 n2, cc vvi po12 n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1310 By this way, Truth is exposed to contempt, and scorn, as well as Falshood; By this Way, Truth is exposed to contempt, and scorn, as well as Falsehood; p-acp d n1, n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc n1, c-acp av c-acp n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1311 and there is none so Sacred, but its Adversaries have made it a deformed Vizard, to bring it under the Hatred and Reproaches of the Ignorant; and there is none so Sacred, but its Adversaries have made it a deformed Vizard, to bring it under the Hatred and Reproaches of the Ignorant; cc pc-acp vbz pix av j, cc-acp po31 n2 vhb vvn pn31 dt j-vvn n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt j; (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1312 and that which hath an Ugly Face, is more than half condemned among the generality of men, who cannot distinguish the true complexion, from the dirt that is thrown upon it: and that which hath an Ugly Face, is more than half condemned among the generality of men, who cannot distinguish the true complexion, from the dirt that is thrown upon it: cc cst r-crq vhz dt j n1, vbz av-dc cs av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vmbx vvi dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1313 This the Zealots of all Parties very well understand, when they run down many things by a Vile name which they cannot Confute by Argument: This the Zealots of all Parties very well understand, when they run down many things by a Vile name which they cannot Confute by Argument: d dt n2 pp-f d n2 av av vvi, c-crq pns32 vvb a-acp d n2 p-acp dt j n1 r-crq pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1314 'Tis but raising the Cry of Arminianism, Socinianism, Popery, Pelagianism, and such like upon them; and all other Refutation is Superfluous: It's but raising the Cry of Arminianism, Socinianism, Popery, Pelagianism, and such like upon them; and all other Refutation is Superfluous: pn31|vbz p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, n1, n1, cc d av-j p-acp pno32; cc d j-jn n1 vbz j: (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1315 These I mention not out of Favour, but for Instance; and 'tis the like in many other cases. These I mention not out of Favour, but for Instance; and it's the like in many other cases. d pns11 vvb xx av pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp n1; cc pn31|vbz dt j p-acp d j-jn n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 214 Image 52
1316 Thus apt are men to be frighted by Bugbear Names, from Truth, and Charity: Thus apt Are men to be frighted by Bugbear Names, from Truth, and Charity: av j vbr n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 n2, p-acp n1, cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 215 Image 52
1317 And this is Superstition in the true sense, to be afraid of things in which there is no hurt; And this is Superstition in the true sense, to be afraid of things in which there is no hurt; cc d vbz n1 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vbi j pp-f n2 p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 215 Image 52
1318 and it is promoted by the Uncharitable fastning of our own consequences upon our brothers Opinion; and it is promoted by the Uncharitable fastening of our own consequences upon our Brother's Opinion; cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j vvg pp-f po12 d n2 p-acp po12 ng1 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 215 Image 52
1319 This we think follows, and then make no Scruple to say, 'tis his Opinion; This we think follows, and then make no Scruple to say, it's his Opinion; d pns12 vvb vvz, cc av vvb dx n1 pc-acp vvi, pn31|vbz po31 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 215 Image 52
1320 when he hates, and disowns it, and would quit his Tenent, if he thought any such thing were a consequence from it: when he hates, and disowns it, and would quit his Tenent, if he Thought any such thing were a consequence from it: c-crq pns31 vvz, cc vvz pn31, cc vmd vvi po31 np1, cs pns31 vvd d d n1 vbdr dt n1 p-acp pn31: (5) sermon (DIV1) 215 Image 52
1321 And thus also are our differences heightned, and rendred almost incurable. And thus also Are our differences heightened, and rendered almost incurable. cc av av vbr po12 n2 vvn, cc vvd av j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 215 Image 52
1322 If then we have any kindness for Charity and Christian Love, let us take care of such dis-ingenuous practices: If then we have any kindness for Charity and Christian Love, let us take care of such disingenuous practices: cs av pns12 vhb d n1 p-acp n1 cc np1 n1, vvb pno12 vvi n1 pp-f d j n2: (5) sermon (DIV1) 216 Image 52
1323 A true Catholick should not take any Name to himself, but that of a Christian; nor Reproach any other with any Style of Infamy. A true Catholic should not take any Name to himself, but that of a Christian; nor Reproach any other with any Style of Infamy. dt j njp vmd xx vvi d n1 p-acp px31, cc-acp d pp-f dt njp; ccx n1 d n-jn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (5) sermon (DIV1) 216 Image 52
1324 He should not, and cannot in Modesty, or Justice, charge his brother with any Opinion which he will not own, He should not, and cannot in Modesty, or justice, charge his brother with any Opinion which he will not own, pns31 vmd xx, cc vmbx p-acp n1, cc n1, vvb po31 n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vmb xx d, (5) sermon (DIV1) 216 Image 52
1325 though he never so clearly see that it may be concluded, from what he believes and teacheth. though he never so clearly see that it may be concluded, from what he believes and Teaches. cs pns31 av-x av av-j vvi cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz. (5) sermon (DIV1) 216 Image 52
1326 If men would learn to be thus Fair, and Candid, to each other, our Differences would be reduced to a narrower Circle; If men would Learn to be thus Fair, and Candid, to each other, our Differences would be reduced to a narrower Circle; cs n2 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi av j, cc j, p-acp d n-jn, po12 n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt jc n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 216 Image 52
1327 and there might be some hopes that Peace and Love would revive, and flourish in our Borders. and there might be Some hope's that Peace and Love would revive, and flourish in our Borders. cc a-acp vmd vbi d n2 cst n1 cc n1 vmd vvi, cc vvi p-acp po12 n2. (5) sermon (DIV1) 216 Image 52
1328 IF any now should ask me, Whether this Doctrine of Universal Love do not tend to Universal Toleration? I should answer, that thus far it doth, viz. that all private persons should Tolerate each other, IF any now should ask me, Whither this Doctrine of Universal Love do not tend to Universal Toleration? I should answer, that thus Far it does, viz. that all private Persons should Tolerate each other, cs d av vmd vvi pno11, cs d n1 pp-f j-u n1 vdb xx vvi p-acp j-u n1? pns11 vmd vvi, cst av av-j pn31 vdz, n1 cst d j n2 vmd vvi d n-jn, (5) sermon (DIV1) 217 Image 52
1329 and bear with their brothers Infirmities; and bear with their Brother's Infirmities; cc vvi p-acp po32 ng1 n1; (5) sermon (DIV1) 217 Image 52
1330 That every man should allow another that Liberty, which he desires himself, in things wherein the Laws of God, That every man should allow Another that Liberty, which he Desires himself, in things wherein the Laws of God, cst d n1 vmd vvi j-jn d n1, r-crq pns31 vvz px31, p-acp n2 c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 217 Image 52
1331 and the Land, have left him Free; and permit him his own Opinion without Censure, or Displeasure: and the Land, have left him Free; and permit him his own Opinion without Censure, or Displeasure: cc dt n1, vhb vvn pno31 j; cc vvb pno31 po31 d n1 p-acp n1, cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 217 Image 52
1332 Such a Toleration, I think, Christianity requires in Private men; Such a Toleration, I think, Christianity requires in Private men; d dt n1, pns11 vvb, np1 vvz p-acp j n2; (5) sermon (DIV1) 217 Image 52
1333 But as to the Publick, I do by no means think it Modest for Us to determine what the Government should do: But as to the Public, I do by no means think it Modest for Us to determine what the Government should do: cc-acp p-acp p-acp dt j, pns11 vdb p-acp dx n2 vvb pn31 j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 vmd vdi: (5) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 52
1334 And in This case, 'tis as unfit as in Any whatsoever; And in This case, it's as unfit as in Any whatsoever; cc p-acp d n1, pn31|vbz p-acp j c-acp p-acp d q-crq; (5) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 52
1335 since this matter depends upon the Consideration of so many Things, that 'tis very Difficult to state the Bounds of Just Permission, and Restraint: since this matter depends upon the Consideration of so many Things, that it's very Difficult to state the Bounds of Just Permission, and Restraint: c-acp d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f av d n2, cst pn31|vbz av j p-acp n1 dt n2 pp-f j n1, cc n1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 52
1336 Leaving That therefore to Their Prudence, whom Providence hath called to determine in It; Leaving That Therefore to Their Prudence, whom Providence hath called to determine in It; vvg cst av p-acp po32 n1, ro-crq n1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (5) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 52
1337 I shall only say, that so much Toleration, as may consist with the Interests of Religion, I shall only say, that so much Toleration, as may consist with the Interests of Religion, pns11 vmb av-j vvi, cst av d n1, c-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (5) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 52
1338 and Publick Safety, may be Granted: But such a Liberty as is prejudicial to any of These, should not be expected: and Public Safety, may be Granted: But such a Liberty as is prejudicial to any of These, should not be expected: cc j n1, vmb vbi vvn: cc-acp d dt n1 c-acp vbz j p-acp d pp-f d, vmd xx vbi vvn: (5) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 52
1339 For Christianity, and all other Considerations, oblige the Government to provide for the Common Good. And were the Duty of Catholick Charity duly practised; For Christianity, and all other Considerations, oblige the Government to provide for the Common Good. And were the Duty of Catholic Charity duly practised; c-acp np1, cc d j-jn n2, vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j j. cc vbdr dt n1 pp-f njp n1 av-jn vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 52
1340 and Private Christians once perswaded to Tolerate one another; and Private Christians once persuaded to Tolerate one Another; cc j np1 a-acp vvd pc-acp vvi pi j-jn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 52
1341 it might then be safer for the Government to give a Larger publick Toleration than possibly now is fit. it might then be safer for the Government to give a Larger public Toleration than possibly now is fit. pn31 vmd av vbi jc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt jc j n1 cs av-j av vbz j. (5) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 52
1342 In the mean while, without troubling our selves with fansies about the Duty of our Governours, Let us mind our Own; In the mean while, without troubling our selves with fancies about the Duty of our Governors, Let us mind our Own; p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvb pno12 vvi po12 d; (5) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 52
1343 especially this great one, of Charity and Christian Love: And if we mind this, and practise sutably, God will be Glorified, and Religion Advanced; especially this great one, of Charity and Christian Love: And if we mind this, and practise suitably, God will be Glorified, and Religion Advanced; av-j d j pi, pp-f n1 cc np1 n1: cc cs pns12 vvb d, cc vvi av-j, np1 vmb vbi vvn, cc n1 vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 52
1344 the Church will be Edified, and our Souls Comforted; Government will be Established, and the Peace of the world Promoted; the Church will be Edified, and our Souls Comforted; Government will be Established, and the Peace of the world Promoted; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc po12 n2 vvn; n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn; (5) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 52
1345 And the Peace of God which passeth all Understanding, will keep our hearts, and minds, in Christ Jesus: And the Peace of God which passes all Understanding, will keep our hearts, and minds, in christ jesus: cc dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz d n1, vmb vvi po12 n2, cc n2, p-acp np1 np1: (5) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 52
1346 To whom, with God the Father, and God the Holy Ghost, be ascribed all Glory, and Worship, henceforth, and for ever. To whom, with God the Father, and God the Holy Ghost, be ascribed all Glory, and Worship, henceforth, and for ever. p-acp ro-crq, p-acp np1 dt n1, cc np1 dt j n1, vbb vvn d n1, cc n1, av, cc p-acp av. (5) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 52
1347 SERMON III. A FAST SERMON ON THE King's Martyrdom. ROM. XIII. 2. — And they that resist shall receive to themselves Damnation. SERMON III. A FAST SERMON ON THE King's Martyrdom. ROM. XIII. 2. — And they that resist shall receive to themselves Damnation. n1 np1. dt j n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1. np1. np1. crd — cc pns32 cst vvb vmb vvi p-acp px32 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 218 Image 80
1348 AS there are some Ages and Times that are more infested than others with unhappy influences from the Heavens, and noxious reeks from the Earth, which, by poysoning the Air, Roots, and Herbs, convey that pestilential venome into mens bodies, that even wearies Death, and gluts the Grave with its slaughters, AS there Are Some Ages and Times that Are more infested than Others with unhappy influences from the Heavens, and noxious reeks from the Earth, which, by poisoning the Air, Roots, and Herbs, convey that pestilential venom into men's bodies, that even wearies Death, and gluts the Grave with its slaughters, p-acp a-acp vbr d n2 cc n2 cst vbr av-dc j-vvn cs n2-jn p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n2, cc j n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq, p-acp vvg dt n1, n2, cc n2, vvb cst j n1 p-acp ng2 n2, cst av vvz n1, cc vvz dt j p-acp po31 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 219 Image 80
1349 and was matter of our late miseries: and was matter of our late misery's: cc vbds n1 pp-f po12 j n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 219 Image 80
1350 In like manner there are Times when poysonous Doctrines from the Pulpit, and malign humours in the Populace, infect the Publick Air, and spread a fatal Contagion into mens Principles and Manners, which flies like Infection, and destroys like the Plague. In like manner there Are Times when poisonous Doctrines from the Pulpit, and malign humours in the Populace, infect the Public Air, and spread a fatal Contagion into men's Principles and Manners, which flies like Infection, and Destroys like the Plague. p-acp j n1 pc-acp vbr n2 c-crq j n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb n2 p-acp dt n1, vvb dt j n1, cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp ng2 n2 cc n2, r-crq vvz av-j n1, cc vvz av-j dt vvb. (6) sermon (DIV1) 220 Image 80
1351 And if ever Times were under cross and unlucky Aspects, if ever there were a publick Spirit of Phrensie and mischief in the World in any days, And if ever Times were under cross and unlucky Aspects, if ever there were a public Spirit of Frenzy and mischief in the World in any days, cc cs av n2 vbdr p-acp j cc j n2, cs av a-acp vbdr dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Image 80
1352 since the first; certainly this Lot is fallen upon ours; wherein mens Principles and Practices contend, which shall out-do the other in the degree of Evil: since the First; Certainly this Lot is fallen upon ours; wherein men's Principles and Practices contend, which shall outdo the other in the degree of Evil: c-acp dt ord; av-j d n1 vbz vvn p-acp png12; c-crq ng2 n2 cc n2 vvb, r-crq vmb vvi dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Image 80
1353 And 'tis hard to say which are worse, Mens actions or opinions. And it's hard to say which Are Worse, Men's actions or opinions. cc pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq vbr jc, ng2 n2 cc n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 221 Image 80
1354 We are fallen into Times, wherein among some, 'tis a piece of Gallantry to defie God, and a kind of Wit to be an Atheist; among others, 'tis Religion to be Humorous and Phantastick, and Conscience to be Turbulent, and Ungovernable. Nor have mens Practices come short of the malignity of their Belief; but if possible have out-done it. We Are fallen into Times, wherein among Some, it's a piece of Gallantry to defy God, and a kind of Wit to be an Atheist; among Others, it's Religion to be Humorous and Fantastic, and Conscience to be Turbulent, and Ungovernable. Nor have men's Practices come short of the malignity of their Belief; but if possible have outdone it. pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n2, c-crq p-acp d, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvb np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1; p-acp n2-jn, pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vbi j cc j, cc n1 pc-acp vbi j, cc j-u. ccx vhi ng2 n2 vvb j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; p-acp cs j vhb vvn pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 222 Image 80
1355 Atheism hath not rested in the judgement, but proceeded to all enormities, and debauches: And we had not been called to the sad solemnity of this Day, Atheism hath not rested in the judgement, but proceeded to all enormities, and Debauches: And we had not been called to the sad solemnity of this Day, n1 vhz xx vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvd p-acp d n2, cc n2: cc pns12 vhd xx vbn vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 222 Image 80
1356 if Rebellion had stopt in Opinion. if Rebellion had stopped in Opinion. cs n1 vhd vvn p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 222 Image 80
1357 But alas, the venome of the Asp hath swoln into deadly Tumors; and those seditious Principles have shot their poysonous arrows into the vitals of the publick Body. We yet feel the smart of those wounds, and the Generations to come will wear the scars and the marks of our misery, and our guilt. But alas, the venom of the Asp hath swollen into deadly Tumors; and those seditious Principles have shot their poisonous arrows into the vitals of the public Body. We yet feel the smart of those wounds, and the Generations to come will wear the scars and the marks of our misery, and our guilt. cc-acp uh, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp j n2; cc d j n2 vhb vvn po32 j n2 p-acp dt n2-j pp-f dt j n1. pns12 av vvb dt j pp-f d n2, cc dt n2 pc-acp vvi vmb vvi dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc po12 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 223 Image 80
1358 What is past we may lament, but cannot help. What we may do, and what we ought, is to inform our selves better of the Duty we owe to God, and those he hath appointed over us; What is past we may lament, but cannot help. What we may do, and what we ought, is to inform our selves better of the Duty we owe to God, and those he hath appointed over us; q-crq vbz j pns12 vmb vvi, p-acp vmbx vvb. q-crq pns12 vmb vdi, cc r-crq pns12 vmd, vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp np1, cc d pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12; (6) sermon (DIV1) 224 Image 80
1359 and to endeavour the suppressing those principles, and affections which breathed the Plagues that destroyed the Nation, and to endeavour the suppressing those principles, and affections which breathed the Plagues that destroyed the nation, cc pc-acp vvi dt vvg d n2, cc n2 r-crq vvd dt n2 cst vvd dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 224 Image 80
1360 and would again burn us up in hotter Flames than those. and would again burn us up in hotter Flames than those. cc vmd av vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp jc n2 cs d. (6) sermon (DIV1) 224 Image 80
1361 And if that fatal Fire which so lately prey'd upon our Peace, and our Properties, our Religion, and our Government, our Persons and our Friends, hath not yet convinced us of the evils and danger of Resistance; And if that fatal Fire which so lately preyed upon our Peace, and our Properties, our Religion, and our Government, our Persons and our Friends, hath not yet convinced us of the evils and danger of Resistance; cc cs d j n1 r-crq av av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1, cc po12 n2, po12 n1, cc po12 n1, po12 n2 cc po12 n2, vhz xx av vvn pno12 pp-f dt n2-jn cc n1 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 224 Image 80
1362 yet there is another and a greater, one as certain, and more fatal, threatned by the Apostle, They that resist shall receive to themselves damnation. yet there is Another and a greater, one as certain, and more fatal, threatened by the Apostle, They that resist shall receive to themselves damnation. av a-acp vbz j-jn cc dt jc, crd p-acp j, cc av-dc j, vvd p-acp dt n1, pns32 cst vvb vmb vvi p-acp px32 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 224 Image 80
1363 Which words were spoken in the days of NERO, who besides that he was an Heathen, was a Persecutor, and a Tyrant, and the most infamous instance in Nature; Which words were spoken in the days of NERO, who beside that he was an Heathen, was a Persecutor, and a Tyrant, and the most infamous instance in Nature; r-crq n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp cst pns31 vbds dt j-jn, vbds dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt av-ds j n1 p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 225 Image 80
1364 and yet this Monster is not excepted as to the Tribute of Obedience. Whereas had this been said in the days of such a Prince as our CHARLES the First, it might have been supposed that the vertue of the person claimed the reverence and subjection, and not the character of the Prince. And that 'twas damnable to resist because he was Good, not because he was Supream; because he was a Nursing Father of the Church, not because the Ruling Father of his Countrey. 'Twas an happy coincidence therefore to secure the Authority of the Magistrate, which answers the greatest pretensions of Rebellion. If Religion be pretended, and yet this Monster is not excepted as to the Tribute of obedience. Whereas had this been said in the days of such a Prince as our CHARLES the First, it might have been supposed that the virtue of the person claimed the Reverence and subjection, and not the character of the Prince. And that 'twas damnable to resist Because he was Good, not Because he was Supreme; Because he was a Nursing Father of the Church, not Because the Ruling Father of his Country. 'Twas an happy coincidence Therefore to secure the authority of the Magistrate, which answers the greatest pretensions of Rebellion. If Religion be pretended, cc av d n1 vbz xx vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. cs vhd d vbn vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp po12 np1 dt ord, pn31 vmd vhi vbn vvn cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd dt n1 cc n1, cc xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1. cc cst pn31|vbds j p-acp vvb c-acp pns31 vbds j, xx c-acp pns31 vbds j; c-acp pns31 vbds dt n-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, xx c-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1. pn31|vbds dt j n1 av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz dt js n2 pp-f n1. cs n1 vbb vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 225 Image 80
1365 an Heathen must not be resisted: an Heathen must not be resisted: dt j-jn vmb xx vbi vvn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 225 Image 80
1366 If Tyranny, 'tis damnation to oppose a Nero. They that resist shall receive — NONLATINALPHABET, the wrath and judgement of God, which implies the guilt, and expresseth the danger. If Tyranny, it's damnation to oppose a Nero. They that resist shall receive —, the wrath and judgement of God, which Implies the guilt, and Expresses the danger. cs n1, pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vvi dt np1. pns32 cst vvb vmb vvi —, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 225 Image 80
1367 Now to resist lawful Authority, is so sinful, and so dangerous, principally upon this three-fold account. RESISTANCE, Now to resist lawful authority, is so sinful, and so dangerous, principally upon this threefold account. RESISTANCE, av p-acp vvb j n1, vbz av j, cc av j, av-j p-acp d j n1. n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 226 Image 80
1368 1. Affronts the Authority of God. 2. 'Tis contrary to the Spirit of Religion. And 3. Destructive to the Interest of Societies. 1. Affronts the authority of God. 2. It's contrary to the Spirit of Religion. And 3. Destructive to the Interest of Societies. crd vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. crd pn31|vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. cc crd j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 227 Image 80
1369 The two former express the Guilt, and the latter both the Sin and the Punishment. Of each in order. The two former express the Gilded, and the latter both the since and the Punishment. Of each in order. dt crd j vvi dt j-vvn, cc dt d d dt n1 cc dt n1. pp-f d p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 230 Image 80
1370 1. RESISTANCE is an affront to the authority of God. NONLATINALPHABET, the Lord sets up Kings, saith the Father. 1. RESISTANCE is an affront to the Authority of God., the Lord sets up Kings, Says the Father. crd n1 vbz dt vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1., dt n1 vvz a-acp n2, vvz dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 231 Image 80
1371 And NONLATINALPHABET Kings are from God, says the Heathen. And a greater than both acknowledgeth Pilate 's power to be from above. And Kings Are from God, Says the Heathen. And a greater than both acknowledgeth Pilate is power to be from above. cc n2 vbr p-acp np1, vvz dt j-jn. cc dt jc cs d vvz np1 vbz n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp a-acp. (6) sermon (DIV1) 231 Image 80
1372 The Scripture intitles God to all the Royal adjuncts; and both Christian and Heathen Antiquity agree in this with the sacred Oracles. The Scripture entitles God to all the Royal adjuncts; and both Christian and Heathen Antiquity agree in this with the sacred Oracles. dt n1 vvz np1 p-acp d dt j n2; cc d njp cc j-jn n1 vvi p-acp d p-acp dt j n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 232 Image 80
1373 1. The Kings person is said to be God's, Great deliverance giveth He to HIS King, 2 Sam. xxii. 51. and He shall give strength unto HIS King, 1 Sam. ii. 10. Yea, I have said ye are Gods, saith the Text; 1. The Kings person is said to be God's, Great deliverance gives He to HIS King, 2 Sam. xxii. 51. and He shall give strength unto HIS King, 1 Sam. ii. 10. Yea, I have said you Are God's, Says the Text; crd dt n2 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi npg1, j n1 vvz pns31 p-acp po31 n1, crd np1 crd. crd cc pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, crd np1 crd. crd uh, pns11 vhb vvn pn22 vbr n2, vvz dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 80
1374 and consonantly Plato calls the King, NONLATINALPHABET, a kind of God among men. and consonantly Plato calls the King,, a kind of God among men. cc av-j np1 vvz dt n1,, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 80
1375 And as the name of God is called upon his person, so also is it (2.) upon his Throne. Then Solomon sate upon the Throne of the Lord as King, instead of DAVID his Father, 1 Chron. xxix. 23. And saith the Queen of Sheba, Blessed be the Lord thy God which delighteth in thee, to set thee on HIS Throne, 2 Chron. ix. 8. To a like sense also is that of Nestor to Agamemnon in Homer, NONLATINALPHABET NONLATINALPHABET — Jove lent thee thy Scepter and Jurisdiction. And as the name of God is called upon his person, so also is it (2.) upon his Throne. Then Solomon sat upon the Throne of the Lord as King, instead of DAVID his Father, 1 Chronicles xxix. 23. And Says the Queen of Sheba, Blessed be the Lord thy God which delights in thee, to Set thee on HIS Throne, 2 Chronicles ix. 8. To a like sense also is that of Nestor to Agamemnon in Homer, — Jove lent thee thy Sceptre and Jurisdiction. cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, av av vbz pn31 (crd) p-acp po31 n1. av np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, av pp-f np1 po31 n1, crd np1 crd. crd np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, j-vvn vbb dt n1 po21 n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp po31 n1, crd np1 crd. crd p-acp dt j n1 av vbz d pp-f np1 p-acp np1 p-acp np1, — np1 vvd pno21 po21 n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 80
1376 (3.) The Kings Titles also relate him to God, viz. those of Gods Anointed, and his Servant: The former given even to Saul, 1 Sam. xii. 3. and Cyrus, Isa. xlv. 1. and the later to Nebuchadnezzar, Jer. xxv. 9. The same also Athanasius gives to Constantius the great Favourer of the Arrians. (4.) The Kings power likewise is from God; There is no power but of God, and the powers that are, are ordained of God, saith the Apostle. And the Pythagorean, NONLATINALPHABET, God hath given him Dominion. (3.) The Kings Titles also relate him to God, viz. those of God's Anointed, and his Servant: The former given even to Saul, 1 Sam. xii. 3. and Cyrus, Isaiah xlv. 1. and the later to Nebuchadnezzar, Jer. xxv. 9. The same also Athanasius gives to Constantius the great Favourer of the Arians. (4.) The Kings power likewise is from God; There is no power but of God, and the Powers that Are, Are ordained of God, Says the Apostle. And the Pythagorean,, God hath given him Dominion. (crd) dt n2 n2 av vvi pno31 p-acp np1, n1 d pp-f n2 vvn, cc po31 n1: dt j vvn av p-acp np1, crd np1 crd. crd cc np1, np1 crd. crd cc dt jc p-acp np1, np1 crd. crd dt d av np1 vvz p-acp np1 dt j n1 pp-f dt n2-jn. (crd) dt ng1 n1 av vbz p-acp np1; a-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp pp-f np1, cc dt n2 cst vbr, vbr vvn pp-f np1, vvz dt n1. cc dt np1,, np1 vhz vvn pno31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 80
1377 Upon which account also Themistius, NONLATINALPHABET, God sent Regal Power from Heaven. Upon which account also Themistius,, God sent Regal Power from Heaven. p-acp r-crq n1 av np1,, np1 vvd j n1 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 80
1378 And that a Kingdom is NONLATINALPHABET, a Divine Good, is the assertion of Plato, and the confession of Cyrus: All the Kingdoms of the Earth hath the Lord of Heaven given me, 2 Chron. xxxvi. And that a Kingdom is, a Divine Good, is the assertion of Plato, and the Confessi of Cyrus: All the Kingdoms of the Earth hath the Lord of Heaven given me, 2 Chronicles xxxvi. cc cst dt n1 vbz, dt j-jn j, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1: d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn pno11, crd np1 crd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 80
1379 Yea, and Tiberius acknowledgeth, NONLATINALPHABET, our Kingdom is from God. Yea, and Tiberius acknowledgeth,, our Kingdom is from God. uh, cc npg1 vvz,, po12 n1 vbz p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 80
1380 And Daniel minds Nebuchadnezzar, The God of Heaven hath given thee a Kingdom, Power, and Strength, And daniel minds Nebuchadnezzar, The God of Heaven hath given thee a Kingdom, Power, and Strength, cc np1 n2 np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn pno21 dt n1, n1, cc n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 80
1381 and Glory, Dan. ii. 27. And Athanasius in his Prayer for Constantius, NONLATINALPHABET, Thou hast given this Kingdom to Constantius thy servant. and Glory, Dan. ii. 27. And Athanasius in his Prayer for Constantius,, Thou hast given this Kingdom to Constantius thy servant. cc n1, np1 crd. crd np1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1,, pns21 vh2 vvn d n1 p-acp np1 po21 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 233 Image 80
1382 These, I think, are testimonies enough to prove that Kings wear Gods Image and Authority. And therefore Menander calls the King, NONLATINALPHABET, God's living Image; and the Pythagorean, NONLATINALPHABET, The King is the Figure of God among Men. These, I think, Are testimonies enough to prove that Kings wear God's Image and authority. And Therefore Menander calls the King,, God's living Image; and the Pythagorean,, The King is the Figure of God among Men. d, pns11 vvb, vbr n2 av-d pc-acp vvi d n2 vvb npg1 n1 cc n1. cc av np1 vvz dt n1,, npg1 vvg n1; cc dt np1,, dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 234 Image 80
1383 But besides all this, there is evidence enough in the nature of the thing to prove, that Kings have their Power and Authority from God, and are no Substitutes of the People: which I thus inferr. But beside all this, there is evidence enough in the nature of the thing to prove, that Kings have their Power and authority from God, and Are no Substitutes of the People: which I thus infer. cc-acp p-acp d d, pc-acp vbz n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst n2 vhb po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, cc vbr dx n2 pp-f dt n1: r-crq pns11 av vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 234 Image 80
1384 God made the World, and consequently the World is his, and his alone is the Right to Govern it: God made the World, and consequently the World is his, and his alone is the Right to Govern it: np1 vvd dt n1, cc av-j dt n1 vbz po31, cc po31 av-j vbz dt j-jn p-acp vvb pn31: (6) sermon (DIV1) 235 Image 80
1385 But he being of such immense perfections, that our Frailty cannot bear his immediate converses; But he being of such immense perfections, that our Frailty cannot bear his immediate converses; cc-acp pns31 vbg pp-f d j n2, cst po12 n1 vmbx vvi po31 j vvz; (6) sermon (DIV1) 235 Image 80
1386 'tis necessary that he rule us by men like our selves, and put the Sword into the hands of Creatures of our own make. it's necessary that he Rule us by men like our selves, and put the Sword into the hands of Creatures of our own make. pn31|vbz j cst pns31 vvb pno12 p-acp n2 vvb po12 n2, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 pp-f po12 d vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 235 Image 80
1387 This he doth, and hence it follows, that they that Rule are Gods Substitutes, and no Creatures of the People: For the People have no power to Govern themselves, This he does, and hence it follows, that they that Rule Are God's Substitutes, and no Creatures of the People: For the People have no power to Govern themselves, d pns31 vdz, cc av pn31 vvz, cst pns32 d vvb vbr ng1 n2, cc dx n2 pp-f dt n1: p-acp dt n1 vhb dx n1 p-acp vvb px32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 235 Image 80
1388 and consequently cannot devolve any upon another. and consequently cannot devolve any upon Another. cc av-j vmbx vvi d p-acp n-jn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 235 Image 80
1389 Upon the whole I conclude, that the same Commands and Authority that oblige us to obey God, bind us to revere those that so signally wear his Image: and he that disobeys the Vice-Roy, affronts the Soveraign. He that resists, resists the Ordinance of God, saith the Apostle; and who can lift up himself against the Lords Anointed and be guiltless? saith David in the case of Saul. Upon the Whole I conclude, that the same Commands and authority that oblige us to obey God, bind us to revere those that so signally wear his Image: and he that disobeys the Vice-Roy, affronts the Sovereign. He that resists, resists the Ordinance of God, Says the Apostle; and who can lift up himself against the lords Anointed and be guiltless? Says David in the case of Saul. p-acp dt j-jn pns11 vvb, cst dt d vvz cc n1 cst vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi np1, vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi d cst av av-j vvi po31 n1: cc pns31 cst vvz dt n1, vvz dt j-jn. pns31 cst vvz, vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz dt n1; cc r-crq vmb vvi a-acp px31 p-acp dt n2 vvn cc vbi j? vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 236 Image 80
1390 And thus I have dispatched the first, viz. Resistance affronts the authority of God, with which Kings are invested; And thus I have dispatched the First, viz. Resistance affronts the Authority of God, with which Kings Are invested; cc av pns11 vhb vvn dt ord, n1 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq n2 vbr vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 237 Image 80
1391 as I think I have made evident from testimony, and the nature of the thing. Secondly, RESISTANCE is opposite to the Spirit of RELIGION: as I think I have made evident from testimony, and the nature of the thing. Secondly, RESISTANCE is opposite to the Spirit of RELIGION: c-acp pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vvn j p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. ord, n1 vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 237 Image 80
1392 Religion is of a calm and pacifick temper, like that of its Author, whose voice was not heard in the street. Religion is of a Cam and pacific temper, like that of its Author, whose voice was not herd in the street. n1 vbz pp-f dt j-jn cc j vvi, vvb d pp-f po31 n1, rg-crq n1 vbds xx vvn p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 238 Image 80
1393 It subdues our passions, and governs our appetites; it destroys our pride and sordid selfishness; it allays the tempests, and speaks down the storms of our natures; It subdues our passion, and governs our appetites; it Destroys our pride and sordid selfishness; it allays the tempests, and speaks down the storms of our nature's; pn31 vvz po12 n2, cc vvz po12 n2; pn31 vvz po12 n1 cc j n1; pn31 vvz dt n2, cc vvz a-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 238 Image 80
1394 it sweetens our Humours, and polisheth the roughness of our tempers: it sweetens our Humours, and polisheth the roughness of our tempers: pn31 vvz po12 n2, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 238 Image 80
1395 it makes men gentle and peaceable, meek and compliant. This was the Spirit of the great exemplar of our Religion; it makes men gentle and peaceable, meek and compliant. This was the Spirit of the great exemplar of our Religion; pn31 vvz n2 j cc j, j cc j. d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 238 Image 80
1396 this was the genius of his Doctrine and his Practice. this was the genius of his Doctrine and his Practice. d vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc po31 vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 238 Image 80
1397 He commands the payment of all Duties to Caesar; He acknowledgeth Pilates Power to be from above; He commands his Disciples to pray for their Persecutors; He permits them to flie, not to oppose. He rebukes Peters violence to the High Priests servant; He commands the payment of all Duties to Caesar; He acknowledgeth Pilate's Power to be from above; He commands his Disciples to pray for their Persecutors; He permits them to fly, not to oppose. He rebukes Peter's violence to the High Priests servant; pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp np1; pns31 vvz np2 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp a-acp; pns31 vvz po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2; pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp vvi, xx p-acp vvi. pns31 n2 np1 n1 p-acp dt j ng1 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 239 Image 80
1398 and the revenge of the Disciples, when they called for Fire from Heaven. and the revenge of the Disciples, when they called for Fire from Heaven. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2, c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 239 Image 80
1399 He paid Tribute, submitted to the Laws of the Sanhedrim, and to that unjust sentence against his life. This was his temper: He paid Tribute, submitted to the Laws of the Sanhedrim, and to that unjust sentence against his life. This was his temper: pns31 vvd n1, vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1, cc p-acp d j n1 p-acp po31 n1. d vbds po31 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 240 Image 80
1400 and the Apostles who lived among his enemies and theirs, and met with severity enough to have sowred their Spirits, and exasperated their Pens to contrary resolutions and instructions; and the Apostles who lived among his enemies and theirs, and met with severity enough to have soured their Spirits, and exasperated their Pens to contrary resolutions and instructions; cc dt n2 r-crq vvd p-acp po31 ng1 cc png32, cc vvd p-acp n1 av-d pc-acp vhi vvn po32 n2, cc vvn po32 n2 p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 241 Image 80
1401 Yet as true Followers of their dear Lord, they faithfully transmit to us what they had learnt from him, viz. That we should obey those that have the rule over us; Yet as true Followers of their dear Lord, they faithfully transmit to us what they had learned from him, viz. That we should obey those that have the Rule over us; av c-acp j n2 pp-f po32 j-jn n1, pns32 av-j vvb p-acp pno12 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp pno31, n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi d cst vhb dt n1 p-acp pno12; (6) sermon (DIV1) 241 Image 80
1402 submit to every ordinance of man; pray for Kings and all in authority; submit to Principalities and Powers, and to obey Magistrates. submit to every Ordinance of man; pray for Kings and all in Authority; submit to Principalities and Powers, and to obey Magistrates. vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; vvb p-acp n2 cc d p-acp n1; vvb p-acp n2 cc n2, cc pc-acp vvi n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 241 Image 80
1403 And those Noble Spirits of the first Ages after, who began to be Martyrs as soon as to be Christians; who lived in the Fire, and went to Heaven wrapt in those Flames that had less ardor than their love: These, I say, amidst the greatest and fiercest Fires that Cruelty and Barbarism had kindled, paid the Tribute of a peaceable and quiet subjection to their Murderers, and made unforced acknowledgements of the right they had to their obedience. And those Noble Spirits of the First Ages After, who began to be Martyrs as soon as to be Christians; who lived in the Fire, and went to Heaven wrapped in those Flames that had less ardor than their love: These, I say, amid the greatest and Fiercest Fires that Cruelty and Barbarism had kindled, paid the Tribute of a peaceable and quiet subjection to their Murderers, and made unforced acknowledgements of the right they had to their Obedience. cc d j n2 pp-f dt ord n2 a-acp, r-crq vvd pc-acp vbi n2 c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vbi np1; r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vvd p-acp n1 vvn p-acp d vvz cst vhd dc n1 cs po32 vvi: d, pns11 vvb, p-acp dt js cc js vvz cst n1 cc n1 vhd vvn, vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j-jn n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvd j n2 pp-f dt n-jn pns32 vhd p-acp po32 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 242 Image 80
1404 Nor do we ever read of any attempts they made to free themselves by resistance, though (as Tertullian saith) they were in powerful numbers mingled in their Villages, and in their Cities; yea, in their Castles, and in their Armies. Yea, there is an illustrious instance of passive obedience in the Thebaean Legion, whose tenth man being executed for not offering Sacrifice to Idols, they quietly submitted to the cruelty. Nor do we ever read of any attempts they made to free themselves by resistance, though (as Tertullian Says) they were in powerful numbers mingled in their Villages, and in their Cities; yea, in their Castles, and in their Armies. Yea, there is an illustrious instance of passive Obedience in the Theban Legion, whose tenth man being executed for not offering Sacrifice to Idols, they quietly submitted to the cruelty. ccx vdb pns12 av vvn pp-f d n2 pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n1, c-acp (c-acp np1 vvz) pns32 vbdr p-acp j n2 vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp po32 n2; uh, p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp po32 n2. uh, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt jp n1, r-crq ord n1 vbg vvn c-acp xx vvg n1 p-acp n2, pns32 av-jn vvd p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 242 Image 80
1405 And a second Decimation being commanded by Maximiniam, the Author of the first, one of their great Commanders, (an excellent Christian) perswades them to suffer it with the same patience: And a second Decimation being commanded by Maximiniam, the Author of the First, one of their great Commanders, (an excellent Christian) persuades them to suffer it with the same patience: cc dt ord n1 vbg vvn p-acp fw-la, dt n1 pp-f dt ord, crd pp-f po32 j n2, (dt j np1) vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt d n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 242 Image 80
1406 because it was not with their Swords they could make their way to the Kingdom of Heaven, Because it was not with their Swords they could make their Way to the Kingdom of Heaven, c-acp pn31 vbds xx p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vmd vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 242 Image 80
1407 but by another kind of Warfare. but by Another kind of Warfare. cc-acp p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 242 Image 80
1408 And now if after all this, and infinitely more that might be said on this subject, And now if After all this, and infinitely more that might be said on this Subject, cc av cs p-acp d d, cc av-j av-dc cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n-jn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 243 Image 80
1409 for men to pretend Religion, and plead Scripture for Rebellion, is impudent and shameless, an affront to Religion, for men to pretend Religion, and plead Scripture for Rebellion, is impudent and shameless, an affront to Religion, c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi n1 p-acp n1, vbz j cc j, dt n1 p-acp n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 243 Image 80
1410 and a Lie in the face of Conscience. and a Lie in the face of Conscience. cc dt vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 243 Image 80
1411 And those that cannot discern those great lines of their Duty which are set upon the High places, And those that cannot discern those great lines of their Duty which Are Set upon the High places, cc d cst vmbx vvi d j n2 pp-f po32 n1 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 243 Image 80
1412 and shone upon with a full beam, and yet can find sin in little harmless circumstances, which nothing hath forbidden, and shone upon with a full beam, and yet can find sin in little harmless Circumstances, which nothing hath forbidden, cc vvd p-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc av vmb vvi vvi p-acp j j n2, r-crq pix vhz vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 243 Image 80
1413 but the coyness and perverseness of their own fancies; but the coyness and perverseness of their own fancies; cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 d n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 243 Image 80
1414 are like him that could see the Stars at noon, but could not see the Sun; and could spy the shadows made by the Mountains in the Moon, but could not discern the greater spots upon its visible surface. And for men to strain at the decency of an Habit, or the usage of a Ceremony, when they can swallow Rebellion and Sacriledge without chewing; Are like him that could see the Stars At noon, but could not see the Sun; and could spy the shadows made by the Mountains in the Moon, but could not discern the greater spots upon its visible surface. And for men to strain At the decency of an Habit, or the usage of a Ceremony, when they can swallow Rebellion and Sacrilege without chewing; vbr av-j pno31 cst vmd vvi dt n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp vmd xx vvi dt n1; cc vmd vvi dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vmd xx vvi dt jc n2 p-acp po31 j n1. cc p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg; (6) sermon (DIV1) 243 Image 80
1415 is to be like him who durst not eat an Egg on Saturday, but made nothing to kill a Man. Doubtless had the Scripture said by a thousandth part so much for the Jus Divinum of Presbytery, as it hath for obedience to Authority; had there been one plain word against Conformity, as there are many against Rebellion; that would have been worn bare upon the tongue, is to be like him who durst not eat an Egg on Saturday, but made nothing to kill a Man. Doubtless had the Scripture said by a thousandth part so much for the Jus Divinum of Presbytery, as it hath for Obedience to authority; had there been one plain word against Conformity, as there Are many against Rebellion; that would have been worn bore upon the tongue, vbz pc-acp vbi av-j pno31 r-crq vvd xx vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvd pix p-acp vvb dt n1 av-j vhd dt n1 vvd p-acp dt ord n1 av av-d c-acp dt np1 np1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vhz p-acp n1 p-acp n1; vhd a-acp vbn crd j n1 p-acp n1, c-acp a-acp vbr d p-acp n1; cst vmd vhi vbn vvn j p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 243 Image 80
1416 and the World would have rung with it. and the World would have rung with it. cc dt n1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 243 Image 80
1417 But the Injunctions and Commands of Obedience are against our humours and opinions, against the darlings of our fancies, and the interest of our Party: and therefore here we must shuffle, But the Injunctions and Commands of obedience Are against our humours and opinions, against the darlings of our fancies, and the Interest of our Party: and Therefore Here we must shuffle, p-acp dt n2 cc vvz pp-f n1 vbr p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1: cc av av pns12 vmb vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 244 Image 80
1418 and evade, cogg, and interpret by Analogies of our own making, by the Rules of our Sect, and the Authority we worship, by Necessity and Providence, and any thing that will colour Sin, and evade, clog, and interpret by Analogies of our own making, by the Rules of our Sect, and the authority we worship, by Necessity and Providence, and any thing that will colour since, cc vvi, vvi, cc vvi p-acp n2 pp-f po12 vvi vvg, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc dt n1 pns12 vvi, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc d n1 cst vmb vvi n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 244 Image 80
1419 and cozen Conscience, that will turn Religion into the Current of our appetites, and make Scripture speak the language of our humours, and our interests. and cozen Conscience, that will turn Religion into the Current of our appetites, and make Scripture speak the language of our humours, and our interests. cc vvi n1, cst vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n2, cc vvi n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc po12 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 244 Image 80
1420 Thus Religion and divine Authority shall be reverenced, and pleaded when they agree with mens fancies, Thus Religion and divine authority shall be reverenced, and pleaded when they agree with men's fancies, av n1 cc j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvd c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp ng2 n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 245 Image 80
1421 and send light or advantage to the Favourites of their affections: But when they cross their Models, oppose the people of their imaginations, and call them to duties that are displeasant; the case is altered, the great motives of perswasion have lost their power, and influence, and Religion can do nothing with them. and send Light or advantage to the Favourites of their affections: But when they cross their Models, oppose the people of their Imaginations, and call them to duties that Are displeasant; the case is altered, the great motives of persuasion have lost their power, and influence, and Religion can do nothing with them. cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2: cc-acp c-crq pns32 j po32 n2, vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc vvb pno32 p-acp n2 cst vbr j; dt n1 vbz vvn, dt j n2 pp-f n1 vhb vvn po32 n1, cc n1, cc n1 vmb vdi pix p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 245 Image 80
1422 Thus briefly of the two first Heads, viz. Resistance (1.) affronts the Authority of God, and (2.) is opposite to the Spirit of Religion. Thus briefly of the two First Heads, viz. Resistance (1.) affronts the authority of God, and (2.) is opposite to the Spirit of Religion. av av-j pp-f dt crd ord n2, n1 n1 (crd) vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc (crd) vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 246 Image 80
1423 From which I come to the third, which makes resistance both a great sin, and a great punishment, viz. From which I come to the third, which makes resistance both a great since, and a great punishment, viz. p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord, r-crq vvz n1 d dt j n1, cc dt j n1, n1 (6) sermon (DIV1) 246 Image 80
1424 (3.) It is ruinous to the INTEREST of SOCIETIES. (3.) It is ruinous to the INTEREST of SOCIETIES. (crd) pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 247 Image 80
1425 This I must more largely prosecute, because it will lead us into the sad occasion of our present meeting. This I must more largely prosecute, Because it will led us into the sad occasion of our present meeting. d pns11 vmb av-dc av-j vvi, c-acp pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 247 Image 80
1426 Man is a Creature made for Society; and what is against the interest of Societies, is destructive to Humane Nature. And if the greatness of a sin, Man is a Creature made for Society; and what is against the Interest of Societies, is destructive to Humane Nature. And if the greatness of a since, n1 vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp n1; cc r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vbz j p-acp j n1. cc cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 247 Image 80
1427 and a mischief be to be measured by its reference to the Publick, for ought I know, Rebellion will be the next sin to that which is unpardonable, in the degree of guilt, as well as it is near it in the penalty threatned. and a mischief be to be measured by its Referente to the Public, for ought I know, Rebellion will be the next sin to that which is unpardonable, in the degree of guilt, as well as it is near it in the penalty threatened. cc dt n1 vbb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j, p-acp pi pns11 vvb, n1 vmb vbi dt ord vvb p-acp cst r-crq vbz j-u, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av c-acp pn31 vbz av-j pn31 p-acp dt n1 vvd. (6) sermon (DIV1) 247 Image 80
1428 Now there are two great interests of Societies, viz. GOVERNMENT and RELIGION, to both which Resistance is fatal both in the doctrine and practice of it. Now there Are two great interests of Societies, viz. GOVERNMENT and RELIGION, to both which Resistance is fatal both in the Doctrine and practice of it. av a-acp vbr crd j n2 pp-f n2, n1 n1 cc n1, p-acp d r-crq n1 vbz j av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 248 Image 80
1429 To begin with Government in order. To begin with Government in order. pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 249 Image 80
1430 (1.) Resistance is destructive to Government: For if Subjects may resist the Powers over them, no Government in the World can stand longer, (1.) Resistance is destructive to Government: For if Subjects may resist the Powers over them, no Government in the World can stand longer, (crd) n1 vbz j p-acp n1: c-acp cs np1 vmb vvi dt n2 p-acp pno32, dx n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi av-jc, (6) sermon (DIV1) 250 Image 80
1431 than till the next opportunity to overthrow it. than till the next opportunity to overthrow it. cs p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 250 Image 80
1432 Every man will resist what he doth not like, and endeavour to pluck down what comports not with his humour. Every man will resist what he does not like, and endeavour to pluck down what comports not with his humour. np1 n1 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vdz xx av-j, cc n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp r-crq vvz xx p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 250 Image 80
1433 Thus every fit of discontent will stir up the various, and inconstant People to seek an alteration: And there was never any Government so exactly framed in the World, Thus every fit of discontent will stir up the various, and inconstant People to seek an alteration: And there was never any Government so exactly framed in the World, av d j pp-f j-jn vmb vvi a-acp dt j, cc j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1: cc a-acp vbds av-x d n1 av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 250 Image 80
1434 but in the menage, and administration of it, many things would displease. Now the generality of men are led by their present senses; and if they feel themselves pained by any thing (though the Grief be but in their Imagination ) they are for present deliverance from that Evil by any means; never considering whether the way of Cure draws not greater Evils after it than the distemper: but in the manage, and administration of it, many things would displease. Now the generality of men Are led by their present Senses; and if they feel themselves pained by any thing (though the Grief be but in their Imagination) they Are for present deliverance from that Evil by any means; never considering whither the Way of Cure draws not greater Evils After it than the distemper: cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31, d n2 vmd vvi. av dt n1 pp-f n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 j n2; cc cs pns32 vvb px32 vvn p-acp d n1 (c-acp dt n1 vbb cc-acp p-acp po32 n1) pns32 vbr p-acp j n1 p-acp d n-jn p-acp d n2; av-x vvg cs dt n1 pp-f vvb vvz xx jc n2-jn c-acp pn31 av dt n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 250 Image 80
1435 and so upon every discontent the people are inflamed, and upon every occasion, rebel. And thus is a Kingdom laid open to inevitable devastation and ruine: and so upon every discontent the people Are inflamed, and upon every occasion, rebel. And thus is a Kingdom laid open to inevitable devastation and ruin: cc av p-acp d j-jn dt n1 vbr vvn, cc p-acp d n1, n1. cc av vbz dt n1 vvd j p-acp j n1 cc n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 250 Image 80
1436 and by a dear experience we have learnt, that 'tis better to endure any inconveniences in a setled Government, and by a dear experience we have learned, that it's better to endure any inconveniences in a settled Government, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns12 vhb vvn, cst pn31|vbz jc pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp dt vvn n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 250 Image 80
1437 than to endeavour violent alterations. When the Sword is drawn, no man knows where, and when it will be sheathed: When the Stone is out of a mans hand, he cannot direct it as he pleaseth. than to endeavour violent alterations. When the Sword is drawn, no man knows where, and when it will be sheathed: When the Stone is out of a men hand, he cannot Direct it as he Pleases. cs pc-acp vvi j n2. c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, dx n1 vvz c-crq, cc c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn: c-crq dt n1 vbz av pp-f dt ng1 n1, pns31 vmbx vvi pn31 c-acp pns31 vvz. (6) sermon (DIV1) 250 Image 80
1438 Men with Swords by their sides, will do what likes themselves, and not what is enjoyned by those that imploy them. Men with Swords by their sides, will do what likes themselves, and not what is enjoined by those that employ them. n2 p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2, vmb vdi r-crq vvz px32, cc xx r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d cst vvb pno32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 250 Image 80
1439 Or, could we suppose (what our own unhappy experience hath confuted) that Armies would be obedient; yet the Murders and Rapes, the Spoils and devastations, which are the natural issues of a Civil War, are worse than any inconveniencies in any Government possible: Or, could we suppose (what our own unhappy experience hath confuted) that Armies would be obedient; yet the Murders and Rapes, the Spoils and devastations, which Are the natural issues of a Civil War, Are Worse than any inconveniences in any Government possible: cc, vmd pns12 vvi (r-crq po12 d j n1 vhz vvn) cst n2 vmd vbi j; av dt n2 cc n2, dt n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1, vbr jc cs d n2 p-acp d n1 j: (6) sermon (DIV1) 251 Image 80
1440 And though, as my Lord Bacon notes, Foreign War is like the heat of exercise, good and healthful for the Body; And though, as my Lord Bacon notes, Foreign War is like the heat of exercise, good and healthful for the Body; cc cs, c-acp po11 n1 n1 n2, j n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, j cc j p-acp dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 251 Image 80
1441 yet Civil War is like the heat of a Fever, ruinous, and destructive. Besides, those that resist, either overcome the supream Power, or are conquered by it. yet Civil War is like the heat of a Fever, ruinous, and destructive. Beside, those that resist, either overcome the supreme Power, or Are conquered by it. av j n1 vbz av-j dt vvb pp-f dt n1, j, cc j. a-acp, d d vvi, d vvn dt j n1, cc vbr vvn p-acp pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 251 Image 80
1442 If the former, their Instruments in all likelihood conquer them, as well as those they served them against: If the former, their Instruments in all likelihood conquer them, as well as those they served them against: cs dt j, po32 n2 p-acp d n1 vvi pno32, c-acp av c-acp d pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp: (6) sermon (DIV1) 252 Image 80
1443 and so from the just authority of their lawful Rulers, they fall under the insolence of their licentious Vassals. Or suppose they get the Government to themselves, all the evils will follow, which usually do upon Competitions and variety of Claims, which will breed everlasting disturbance, and eternal fears. Such evils will follow if the resisters prevail: and if they chance to be supprest and overcome by the Powers they oppose, they can expect nothing less than to be crusht, and ruined. So that those that resist, whether they conquer, or are overcome, draw inevitable ruine upon themselves, and so from the just Authority of their lawful Rulers, they fallen under the insolence of their licentious Vassals. Or suppose they get the Government to themselves, all the evils will follow, which usually do upon Competitions and variety of Claims, which will breed everlasting disturbance, and Eternal fears. Such evils will follow if the resisters prevail: and if they chance to be suppressed and overcome by the Powers they oppose, they can expect nothing less than to be crushed, and ruined. So that those that resist, whither they conquer, or Are overcome, draw inevitable ruin upon themselves, cc av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 j n2, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2. cc vvb pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp px32, d dt n2-jn vmb vvi, r-crq av-j vdb p-acp n2 cc n1 pp-f vvz, r-crq vmb vvi j n1, cc j n2. d n2-jn vmb vvi cs dt n2 vvi: cc cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pns32 vvb, pns32 vmb vvi pix av-dc cs pc-acp vbb vvn, cc vvn. av cst d d vvi, cs pns32 vvi, cc vbr vvn, vvb j n1 p-acp px32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 252 Image 80
1444 and probably on the common Body. and probably on the Common Body. cc av-j p-acp dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 252 Image 80
1445 For Laws and Government are the great Charter of our Lives and Libenties, our Properties, and our All; and as the Father, NONLATINALPHABET. For Laws and Government Are the great Charter of our Lives and Libenties, our Properties, and our All; and as the Father,. p-acp n2 cc n1 vbr dt j n1 pp-f po12 vvz cc n2, po12 n2, cc po12 d; cc p-acp dt n1,. (6) sermon (DIV1) 252 Image 80
1446 Murders, rapes, violence, and all kind of mischief invade the World with Anarchy and Disorder. And how far all this hath been verified in our Land: Murders, rapes, violence, and all kind of mischief invade the World with Anarchy and Disorder. And how Far all this hath been verified in our Land: vvz, n2, n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. cc c-crq av-j d d vhz vbn vvn p-acp po12 n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 252 Image 80
1447 a little recollection will inform us. For, a little recollection will inform us. For, dt j n1 vmb vvi pno12. p-acp, (6) sermon (DIV1) 253 Image 80
1448 WHEN fair Weather and a warm Sun, the indulgence of Heaven, and a long tranquillity, had made us fat and frolick, rich and full, our prosperity made us wanton, and our riches insolent. We began to murmur, we knew not why; and to complain, WHEN fair Weather and a warm Sun, the indulgence of Heaven, and a long tranquillity, had made us fat and frolic, rich and full, our Prosperity made us wanton, and our riches insolent. We began to murmur, we knew not why; and to complain, c-crq j n1 cc dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n1, vhd vvn pno12 j cc j-jn, j cc j, po12 n1 vvd pno12 j-jn, cc po12 n2 j. pns12 vvd p-acp vvi, pns12 vvd xx c-crq; cc pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 254 Image 80
1449 because we had nothing to complain of. Discontents grew upon the stock of our ill Nature, Because we had nothing to complain of. Discontents grew upon the stock of our ill Nature, c-acp pns12 vhd pix p-acp vvb pp-f. n2 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j-jn n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 254 Image 80
1450 and the perverseness of our humours; and the perverseness of our humours; cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 254 Image 80
1451 and every little occasion was Fuel to the Fire that was kindling in the distempered Body. and every little occasion was Fuel to the Fire that was kindling in the distempered Body. cc d j n1 vbds n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbds vvg p-acp dt j-vvn n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 254 Image 80
1452 We began to invade the Government with malicious whispers, and private Preachments, with Libels and Declamations, with Insolencies and Tumults: And when Sedition had incouraged it self by Noise and Numbers, by Popular zeal and loud talk of Reformation, it flew into the highest irreverences towards the King, and the most violent proceedings against his Ministers, that the nearest Trees being removed, they might have a full stroke at the Cedar. Nor did things stop here. We began to invade the Government with malicious whispers, and private Preachments, with Libels and Declamations, with Insolences and Tumults: And when Sedition had encouraged it self by Noise and Numbers, by Popular zeal and loud talk of Reformation, it flew into the highest irreverences towards the King, and the most violent proceedings against his Ministers, that the nearest Trees being removed, they might have a full stroke At the Cedar. Nor did things stop Here. pns12 vvd p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp j n2, cc j n2, p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp n2 cc n2: cc c-crq n1 vhd vvn pn31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n2, p-acp j n1 cc av-j vvi pp-f n1, pn31 vvd p-acp dt js n2 p-acp dt n1, cc dt av-ds j n2-vvg p-acp po31 n2, cst dt js n2 vbg vvn, pns32 vmd vhi dt j vvd p-acp dt n1. ccx vdd n2 vvi av. (6) sermon (DIV1) 254 Image 80
1453 The Sparks grew into mighty Flames, and those Vapours into Thunder and Tempests: The whispers of the Corner past into the noise of a Camp; and the murmurs of the Street into the sound of the Trumpet. The Cloud like an hand, became a Magazine of Storms; and our New lights set us all on Fire. The Pulpit sounded as much War as the Drum; and the Preacher spit as much flame as the Cannon. Curse ye Meroz was the Text, and Blood and Plunder the Comment and the Use. The Sparks grew into mighty Flames, and those Vapours into Thunder and Tempests: The whispers of the Corner passed into the noise of a Camp; and the murmurs of the Street into the found of the Trumpet. The Cloud like an hand, became a Magazine of Storms; and our New lights Set us all on Fire. The Pulpit sounded as much War as the Drum; and the Preacher spit as much flame as the Cannon. Curse you Meroz was the Text, and Blood and Plunder the Comment and the Use. dt n2 vvd p-acp j n2, cc d n2 p-acp vvb cc n2: dt vvz pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1. dt n1 av-j dt n1, vvd dt n1 pp-f n2; cc po12 j n2 vvb pno12 d p-acp n1. dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1; cc dt n1 vvb p-acp d vvi p-acp dt n1. n1 pn22 np1 vbds dt n1, cc n1 cc n1 dt vvb cc dt vvb. (6) sermon (DIV1) 255 Image 80
1454 Thus began our happy Reformation: From Law to Licentiousness; from Religion to Frensie; from an happy Government, to a wretched Hurry and Confusion: and the progress and the end were suitable to those hopeful beginnings. Thus began our happy Reformation: From Law to Licentiousness; from Religion to Frenzy; from an happy Government, to a wretched Hurry and Confusion: and the progress and the end were suitable to those hopeful beginnings. av vvd po12 j n1: p-acp n1 p-acp n1; p-acp n1 p-acp n1; p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j vvb cc n1: cc dt n1 cc dt vvb vbdr j p-acp d j n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 256 Image 80
1455 God was worshipped with the Devils Sacrifices, humane blood and slaughter: and glorified by being affronted in his Authority and his Laws. God was worshipped with the Devils Sacrifices, humane blood and slaughter: and glorified by being affronted in his authority and his Laws. np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 n2, j n1 cc n1: cc vvn p-acp vbg vvd p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 80
1456 The King was honoured by the persecution of his Person, and murder of his Friends; submisly addrest by the civilities of a Rabble; The King was honoured by the persecution of his Person, and murder of his Friends; submissly addressed by the civilities of a Rabble; dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvb pp-f po31 n2; av-j vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 80
1457 and petitioned in the humble form of Drums, and Granadoes; Welcomed at his Cities, by the shutting of their Gates; and petitioned in the humble from of Drums, and Granades; Welcomed At his Cities, by the shutting of their Gates; cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc n2; vvn p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po32 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 80
1458 and entertained in the Country with the glittering of Swords, and the noise of War: Fought against for his defence; and entertained in the Country with the glittering of Swords, and the noise of War: Fought against for his defence; cc vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1: vvd p-acp p-acp po31 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 80
1459 and his life sought, for the preservation of the King. and his life sought, for the preservation of the King. cc po31 n1 vvd, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 257 Image 80
1460 Thus happy were our Reformers in twisting Contradictions, and they would be so indeed, could they reconcile one more, viz. That they are the good People and sure Heirs of Heaven; Thus happy were our Reformers in twisting Contradictions, and they would be so indeed, could they reconcile one more, viz. That they Are the good People and sure Heirs of Heaven; av j vbdr po12 n2 p-acp vvg n2, cc pns32 vmd vbi av av, vmd pns32 vvi crd av-dc, n1 cst pns32 vbr dt j n1 cc j n2 pp-f n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 258 Image 80
1461 because the Apostle saith, They that resist shall receive to themselves damnation. Because the Apostle Says, They that resist shall receive to themselves damnation. p-acp dt n1 vvz, pns32 d vvi vmb vvi p-acp px32 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 258 Image 80
1462 But we are not yet at the end of the line, the most fatal part of the Story is to come. But we Are not yet At the end of the line, the most fatal part of the Story is to come. cc-acp pns12 vbr xx av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 259 Image 80
1463 Therefore, after ten thousand butcheries, and devastations, miseries, and disorders, which cannot be described, but they will in part be felt; Therefore, After ten thousand Butcheries, and devastations, misery's, and disorders, which cannot be described, but they will in part be felt; av, p-acp crd crd n2, cc n2, n2, cc n2, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn, p-acp pns32 vmb p-acp n1 vbi vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 80
1464 prosperous wickedness finally prevailed, the friends of Loyalty and Justice were scattered, and destroyed: prosperous wickedness finally prevailed, the Friends of Loyalty and justice were scattered, and destroyed: j n1 av-j vvn, dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbdr vvn, cc vvn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 80
1465 Majesty is made a prey to the sons of a Dunghil; and afflicted innocence falls into the hands of the Hunters: And after He had been infamously sold like a Slave, and imprisoned like a vile Malefactor: after He had been ravisht from his Friends, blasphemed in his name, and robbed of the ensigns of his dignity: after He had been tost up and down from one place to another, according as the designs, Majesty is made a prey to the Sons of a Dunghill; and afflicted innocence falls into the hands of the Hunters: And After He had been infamously sold like a Slave, and imprisoned like a vile Malefactor: After He had been ravished from his Friends, blasphemed in his name, and robbed of the ensigns of his dignity: After He had been tossed up and down from one place to Another, according as the designs, n1 vbz vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; cc vvn n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2: cc p-acp pns31 vhd vbn av-j vvn av-j dt n1, cc vvn av-j dt j n1: p-acp pns31 vhd vbn vvn p-acp po31 n2, vvn p-acp po31 vvi, cc vvd pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: p-acp pns31 vhd vbn vvn a-acp cc a-acp p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, vvg p-acp dt n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 80
1466 and insolencies of his cruel Jaylors would have it; and insolences of his cruel Jailors would have it; cc n2 pp-f po31 j ng1 vmd vhi pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 80
1467 after He had been mocked by Conditions of Peace, and terms of Accommodation, that were never meant; After He had been mocked by Conditions of Peace, and terms of Accommodation, that were never meant; c-acp pns31 vhd vbn vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1, cst vbdr av-x vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 80
1468 after He had made concessions to all their Demands, and for the sake of the Peace and Settlement of his Kingdoms, had granted things that Subjects had never the insolence to ask; I say, After He had made concessions to all their Demands, and for the sake of the Peace and Settlement of his Kingdoms, had granted things that Subject's had never the insolence to ask; I say, p-acp pns31 vhd vvn n2 p-acp d po32 n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2, vhd vvn n2 cst n2-jn vhd av-x dt n1 p-acp vvb; pns11 vvb, (6) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 80
1469 after these, and a thousand instances of barbarism, and indignity more; After these, and a thousand instances of barbarism, and indignity more; p-acp d, cc dt crd n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 av-dc; (6) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 80
1470 that his cruel Persecutors might transcend all examples of wickedness; that Generations to come might honour them, that his cruel Persecutors might transcend all Examples of wickedness; that Generations to come might honour them, cst po31 j n2 vmd vvi d n2 pp-f n1; cst n2 pc-acp vvi n1 n1 pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 80
1471 as they do that HIGH COURT OF JUSTICE, whereof PONTIUS PILATE was PRESIDENT, and that they might deserve a deeper damnation than that threatned by the Apostle to bare Resisters; They summon their SOVERAIGN to their Bar, and try Him by a company of Pettyfellows, that called themselves by a great Name: They buffet him with their insolent Taunts, and bait him with the mercenary noise of JUSTICE, JUSTICE, like CRUCIFIE him, CRUCIFIE him; as they do that HIGH COURT OF JUSTICE, whereof PONTIUS PILATE was PRESIDENT, and that they might deserve a Deeper damnation than that threatened by the Apostle to bore Resisters; They summon their SOVEREIGN to their Bar, and try Him by a company of Pettyfellows, that called themselves by a great Name: They buffet him with their insolent Taunts, and bait him with the mercenary noise of JUSTICE, JUSTICE, like CRUCIFY him, CRUCIFY him; c-acp pns32 vdb d j n1 pp-f n1, c-crq np1 np1 vbds n1, cc cst pns32 vmd vvi dt jc-jn n1 cs cst vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2; pns32 vvb po32 n-jn p-acp po32 vvi, cc vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vvd px32 p-acp dt j n1: pns32 vvi pno31 p-acp po32 j n2, cc vvb pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, n1, av-j vvi pno31, vvi pno31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 80
1472 They upbraid him with their own faults, and charge him with the guilt of that blood which themselves had spilt; that they might add the guilt of his to all the rest; They upbraid him with their own Faults, and charge him with the guilt of that blood which themselves had spilled; that they might add the guilt of his to all the rest; pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp po32 d n2, cc vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq px32 vhd vvn; cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f png31 p-acp d dt n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 80
1473 which BLACK TREASON, not to be thought on without horrour, nor named without a tear, this Day they accomplisht, beyond any president of former times, which BLACK TREASON, not to be Thought on without horror, nor nam without a tear, this Day they accomplished, beyond any president of former times, r-crq j-jn n1, xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp n1, ccx vvn p-acp dt vvb, d n1 pns32 vvn, p-acp d n1 pp-f j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 80
1474 and perhaps the belief of the future; contrary to their Allegiance, and their Covenant, to their duty to God, and their professions to the People, to the obligation of all Laws and Common Right. and perhaps the belief of the future; contrary to their Allegiance, and their Covenant, to their duty to God, and their professions to the People, to the obligation of all Laws and Common Right. cc av dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn; j-jn p-acp po32 n1, cc po32 n1, p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, cc po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc j n-jn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 260 Image 80
1475 Therefore let this Day be darkness, let the covering of the blackest Grief be upon it; Therefore let this Day be darkness, let the covering of the Blackest Grief be upon it; av vvb d n1 vbb n1, vvb dt vvg pp-f dt js-jn n1 vbb p-acp pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 261 Image 80
1476 because this Day fell a Prince, the best, the wisest; the most pious, most gracious that ever swayed these Scepters. He fell, and fell by violence, and the violent hands of his own, who ought to have sacrificed their lives to the preservation of His: He fell, to the dishonour of God, to the grief of good Men, to the scandal of Religion, to the shame of Protestantism, to the overthrow of Government, and ruine of the Nation. This is a Lamentation, and to all Generations it shall be for a LAMENTATION. Because this Day fell a Prince, the best, the Wisest; the most pious, most gracious that ever swayed these Sceptres. He fell, and fell by violence, and the violent hands of his own, who ought to have sacrificed their lives to the preservation of His: He fell, to the dishonour of God, to the grief of good Men, to the scandal of Religion, to the shame of Protestantism, to the overthrow of Government, and ruin of the nation. This is a Lamentation, and to all Generations it shall be for a LAMENTATION. c-acp d n1 vvd dt n1, dt av-js, dt js; dt ds j, ds j cst av vvn d n2. pns31 j, cc vvd p-acp n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f po31 d, r-crq vmd pc-acp vhi vvn po32 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31: pns31 vvd, p-acp dt vvb pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt vvb pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1. d vbz dt n1, cc p-acp d n2 pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 261 Image 80
1477 But Oh Heavens! oh Providence! must Vertue be dethroned, and Villany be crowned! must Victory and Success wait upon Treasons, and Parricides, while infamy and loss dogg Innocence to the Grave! But O Heavens! o Providence! must Virtue be dethroned, and Villainy be crowned! must Victory and Success wait upon Treasons, and Parricides, while infamy and loss dog Innocence to the Grave! cc-acp uh n2! uh n1! vmb n1 vbb vvn, cc n1 vbb vvn! vmb n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp n2, cc n2, cs n1 cc n1 n1 n1 p-acp dt j! (6) sermon (DIV1) 262 Image 80
1478 Must the most righteous of Princes be the most miserable of Men; and Religion and a good Cause be the only way to be unfortunate, and undone! Will the Searcher of hearts abet hypocrites! and Providence lend it self for an argument to legitimate Rebellion! Shall the Pharisee pray, and prosper; and the righteous cry, and be forsaken! Shall Treason carry Religion in Triumph upon its gilded Banners! and shall the wicked lift up their hands in an appeal to Heaven, and bring them down to the destruction of the Just! Shall Villany raise its head to the Clouds, and meet no Thunderbolts there; Must the most righteous of Princes be the most miserable of Men; and Religion and a good Cause be the only Way to be unfortunate, and undone! Will the Searcher of hearts abet Hypocrites! and Providence lend it self for an argument to legitimate Rebellion! Shall the Pharisee pray, and prosper; and the righteous cry, and be forsaken! Shall Treason carry Religion in Triumph upon its gilded Banners! and shall the wicked lift up their hands in an appeal to Heaven, and bring them down to the destruction of the Just! Shall Villainy raise its head to the Clouds, and meet no Thunderbolts there; vmb dt ds j pp-f n2 vbb dt av-ds j pp-f n2; cc n1 cc dt j n1 vbb dt j n1 pc-acp vbi j, cc vvn! vmb dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb n2! cc n1 vvb pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1! vmb dt np1 vvb, cc vvb; cc dt j n1, cc vbb vvn! vmb n1 vvb n1 p-acp vvb p-acp po31 j-vvn n2! cc vmb dt j vvb a-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av! vmb n1 vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n2, cc vvb dx n2 a-acp; (6) sermon (DIV1) 262 Image 80
1479 while the Devotions of the Innocent return upon him in storms and flames! Thus Sense and Nature would complain on this occasion: while the Devotions of the Innocent return upon him in storms and flames! Thus Sense and Nature would complain on this occasion: cs dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2! av n1 cc n1 vmd vvi p-acp d n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 262 Image 80
1480 But Providence is just, though we are blind. Prosperous Villany crows and triumphs for a moment, But Providence is just, though we Are blind. Prosperous Villainy crows and Triumphos for a moment, cc-acp n1 vbz j, c-acp pns12 vbr j. j n1 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 263 Image 80
1481 but is covered with shame, and eternal darkness in the issue: The end of things will disentangle Providence, and rectifie all disorders. but is covered with shame, and Eternal darkness in the issue: The end of things will disentangle Providence, and rectify all disorders. cc-acp vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc j n1 p-acp dt n1: dt vvb pp-f n2 vmb vvi n1, cc vvi d n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 263 Image 80
1482 Then shall we see that afflicted Vertue shoots up on the other side the Grave, and sends its branches into a flowring Paradise, where they shall be green and verdant in an eternal Spring, while every Tree that Vertue hath not planted shall be rooted up, and wither in a moment. Then shall we see that afflicted Virtue shoots up on the other side the Grave, and sends its branches into a flowering Paradise, where they shall be green and verdant in an Eternal Spring, while every Tree that Virtue hath not planted shall be rooted up, and wither in a moment. av vmb pns12 vvi d vvn n1 vvz a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt j, cc vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vbi j-jn cc j p-acp dt j vvi, cs d n1 cst n1 vhz xx vvn vmb vbi vvn a-acp, cc vvb p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 263 Image 80
1483 This briefly I thought fit to suggest as an Apology for Providence; lest the successes of the wicked, and misfortunes of the Just, in instances so great and so near, might tempt any to think, that there is no GOD that judgeth in the Earth. This briefly I Thought fit to suggest as an Apology for Providence; lest the Successes of the wicked, and misfortunes of the Just, in instances so great and so near, might tempt any to think, that there is no GOD that Judgeth in the Earth. d av-j pns11 vvd j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; cs dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc n2 pp-f dt av, p-acp n2 av j cc av av-j, vmd vvi d pc-acp vvi, cst pc-acp vbz uh-dx np1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 264 Image 80
1484 And thus I am arrived at the first period of the miseries that we brought upon our selves by Resistance, which concludes in the ruine and dissolution of Government, and this runs into all the mischiefs to which humane Nature is obnoxious. And thus I am arrived At the First Period of the misery's that we brought upon our selves by Resistance, which concludes in the ruin and dissolution of Government, and this runs into all the mischiefs to which humane Nature is obnoxious. cc av pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n2 cst pns12 vvd p-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc d vvz p-acp d dt n2 p-acp r-crq j n1 vbz j. (6) sermon (DIV1) 265 Image 80
1485 For Government is the great interest of mankind; that which bounds our passions, and secures our rights; prevents confusion, and that deluge of Debauches that Anarchy lets in upon the World. For Government is the great Interest of mankind; that which bounds our passion, and secures our rights; prevents confusion, and that deluge of Debauches that Anarchy lets in upon the World. p-acp n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1; cst r-crq vvz po12 n2, cc vvz po12 n2-jn; vvz n1, cc d n1 pp-f n2 cst n1 vvz p-acp p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 265 Image 80
1486 And how far we felt this also in the consequent Calamities, would be considered. And how Far we felt this also in the consequent Calamities, would be considered. cc c-crq av-j pns12 vvd d av p-acp dt j n2, vmd vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 265 Image 80
1487 When the Nation then had lost its Head, and its Glory, 'twas turned with its Heels upwards, and governed by a Thing as infamous in its quality, as its Name. The Dreggs of the Populace, the Creatures of a Sectarian Army, the worst part of a Body, that was bad enough in its best; these were our Senators, and our Patriots, the preservers of our Peace, and the Keepers of our Liberties: and keep them they did, but not for us, but from us. When the nation then had lost its Head, and its Glory, 'twas turned with its Heels upward, and governed by a Thing as infamous in its quality, as its Name. The Dregs of the Populace, the Creatures of a Sectarian Army, the worst part of a Body, that was bad enough in its best; these were our Senators, and our Patriots, the preservers of our Peace, and the Keepers of our Liberties: and keep them they did, but not for us, but from us. c-crq dt n1 av vhd vvn po31 n1, cc po31 n1, pn31|vbds vvn p-acp po31 n2 av-j, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp j p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 vvb. dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f dt np1 n1, dt js n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbds j av-d p-acp po31 av-js; d vbdr po12 n2, cc po12 n2, dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n2: cc vvi pno32 pns32 vdd, cc-acp xx p-acp pno12, cc-acp p-acp pno12. (6) sermon (DIV1) 266 Image 80
1488 And was not this a Liberty worth the Bloud, and Treasure that was spent to purchase it? And was not this a Liberty worth the Blood, and Treasure that was spent to purchase it? np1 vbds xx d dt n1 j dt n1, cc n1 cst vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pn31? (6) sermon (DIV1) 266 Image 80
1489 O the blessed Reformation, that filled our Pulpits, and emptied our Purses; that quickned our endeavours, and inspired our zeal; and that was so glorious in our mouths, and so pleasant in our hopes! Were not all miscarriages of Government well mended, when Government was thrown up by the roots? and was not the disease well cured, when the Body was destroyed? Were we not well freed from evil Counsellors, when we made Kings of the worst we had? And was not Tyranny well extirpated, when we were under an Army of Tyrants? Oh the blessed Reformation, that filled our Pulpits, and emptied our Purses; that quickened our endeavours, and inspired our zeal; and that was so glorious in our mouths, and so pleasant in our hope's! Were not all miscarriages of Government well mended, when Government was thrown up by the roots? and was not the disease well cured, when the Body was destroyed? Were we not well freed from evil Counsellors, when we made Kings of the worst we had? And was not Tyranny well extirpated, when we were under an Army of Tyrants? uh dt vvn n1, cst vvd po12 n2, cc vvn po12 n2; cst vvd po12 n2, cc vvn po12 n1; cc d vbds av j p-acp po12 n2, cc av j p-acp po12 n2! vbdr xx d n2 pp-f n1 av vvn, c-crq n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2? cc vbds xx dt n1 av vvn, c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn? np1 pns12 xx av vvn p-acp j-jn n2, c-crq pns12 vvd n2 pp-f dt js pns12 vhd? np1 vbds xx n1 av j, c-crq pns12 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2? (6) sermon (DIV1) 267 Image 80
1490 But the glorious things are to come, and we must be cast into New Models: And when the Birds of Prey have divided the Spoil, and satisfied the cravings of their appetites and ambition, the Nation shall be made happy with New-nothings, and golden Mountains; with Chimaera's of Common-wealths, and fine names for Slavery. In the mean while Loyalty must be scourged with the Scorpions that are due to Rebellion: And those that feared the damnation of the Apostle, shall be sure to incur the damnation of the Reformers; and they that would not hazard their Souls, must compound for their Estates. But the glorious things Are to come, and we must be cast into New Models: And when the Birds of Prey have divided the Spoil, and satisfied the cravings of their appetites and ambition, the nation shall be made happy with New nothings, and golden Mountains; with Chimaera's of Commonwealths, and fine names for Slavery. In the mean while Loyalty must be scourged with the Scorpions that Are due to Rebellion: And those that feared the damnation of the Apostle, shall be sure to incur the damnation of the Reformers; and they that would not hazard their Souls, must compound for their Estates. p-acp dt j n2 vbr p-acp vvb, cc pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2: cc c-crq dt n2 pp-f vvb vhb vvn dt vvb, cc vvn dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 cc n1, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp j, cc j n2; p-acp ng1 pp-f n2, cc j n2 p-acp n1. p-acp dt j n1 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vbr j-jn p-acp n1: cc d cst vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2; cc pns32 cst vmd xx vvi po32 n2, vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 268 Image 80
1491 But when the JUNCTO had run to the length of their Line; that is, as far as their MASTER would permit them; But when the JUNCTO had run to the length of their Line; that is, as Far as their MASTER would permit them; cc-acp c-crq dt fw-la vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 vvi; cst vbz, c-acp av-j c-acp po32 n1 vmd vvi pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 269 Image 80
1492 when they were as odious as they deserved, and his designs as ripe as he could wish; then up steps the single TYRANT, kicks them out of their Seats, and BEELZEBUB dispossesseth the LEGION. when they were as odious as they deserved, and his designs as ripe as he could wish; then up steps the single TYRANT, kicks them out of their Seats, and BEELZEBUB dispossesseth the LEGION. c-crq pns32 vbdr c-acp j c-acp pns32 vvn, cc po31 n2 c-acp j c-acp pns31 vmd vvi; av a-acp vvz dt j n1, vvz pno32 av pp-f po32 n2, cc np1 vvz dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 269 Image 80
1493 He engrosseth the prey to himself, and assumes the sole priviledge of compleating our miseries. He engrosseth the prey to himself, and assumes the sole privilege of completing our misery's. pns31 vvz dt vvb p-acp px31, cc vvz dt j n1 pp-f vvg po12 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 269 Image 80
1494 He made himself after the Image of a King, and invested his Sword with the authority of Law: He ruled us with the Rod of Iron we deserved; and made us feel a difference between the silken Reins of a lawful Authority, and the heavy yoke of an insolent Usurpation. He made himself After the Image of a King, and invested his Sword with the Authority of Law: He ruled us with the Rod of Iron we deserved; and made us feel a difference between the silken Reins of a lawful authority, and the heavy yoke of an insolent Usurpation. pns31 vvd px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: pns31 vvd pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vvn; cc vvd pno12 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 269 Image 80
1495 And when Providence had freed us from this Plague, and called him to account for his Villanies, we fell back into our old disorders; we reeled to and fro, and staggered like a Drunken man, and were at our wits end. We knew not this week, who would be our Lords the next; nor did our Lords themselves know to day, by what Laws they would Rule to morrow. Confusion was in their Councils, as well as Tyranny in their Actions; And when Providence had freed us from this Plague, and called him to account for his Villainies, we fell back into our old disorders; we reeled to and from, and staggered like a Drunken man, and were At our wits end. We knew not this Week, who would be our lords the next; nor did our lords themselves know to day, by what Laws they would Rule to morrow. Confusion was in their Councils, as well as Tyranny in their Actions; cc c-crq n1 vhd vvn pno12 p-acp d n1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp vvb p-acp po31 n2, pns12 vvd av p-acp po12 j n2; pns12 vvn p-acp cc av, cc vvd av-j dt j n1, cc vbdr p-acp po12 n2 n1. pns12 vvd xx d n1, r-crq vmd vbi po12 n2 dt ord; cc vdd po12 n2 px32 vvb p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n1. n1 vbds p-acp po32 n2, c-acp av c-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 270 Image 80
1496 and there was but one thing they seemed to be agreed upon, which was to inslave the Nation. And if we would not believe that this was Liberty, we must be knockt on the head with our chains; if the Sheep would not take the Wolves for their Guardians, 'twas fault enough, and there was but one thing they seemed to be agreed upon, which was to enslave the nation. And if we would not believe that this was Liberty, we must be knocked on the head with our chains; if the Sheep would not take the Wolves for their Guardians, 'twas fault enough, cc a-acp vbds p-acp crd n1 pns32 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, r-crq vbds p-acp vvi dt n1. cc cs pns12 vmd xx vvi cst d vbds n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2; cs dt n1 vmd xx vvi dt n2 p-acp po32 n2, pn31|vbds n1 av-d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 270 Image 80
1497 and good reason why they should be devoured. and good reason why they should be devoured. cc j n1 c-crq pns32 vmd vbi vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 270 Image 80
1498 And were not things come at length to a good pass, when men in Buff durst proclaim themselves the only Legal Authority of the Nation? when our Armed Masters murdered men in the Streets, And were not things come At length to a good pass, when men in Buff durst proclaim themselves the only Legal authority of the nation? when our Armed Masters murdered men in the Streets, cc vbdr xx n2 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq n2 p-acp n1 vvd vvi px32 dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1? c-crq po12 j-vvn n2 vvn n2 p-acp dt n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 271 Image 80
1499 and threatned the ancient Metropolis of the Nation, with Gunpowder and Granadoes? Fire and Sword must be our portion, and threatened the ancient Metropolis of the nation, with Gunpowder and Granades? Fire and Sword must be our portion, cc vvd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 cc n2? n1 cc n1 vmb vbi po12 n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 271 Image 80
1500 if we would not be in love with infamous Usurpers; and a worse Powder-plot than Faux 's was acting in the face of the Sun: The strength, the riches, the beauty, yea, the almost All of the Nation was designed a Sacrifice to the rage and revenge of our Oppressors; and Plunder and Massacres were almost the least evils we feared. if we would not be in love with infamous Usurpers; and a Worse Powder plot than Faux is was acting in the face of the Sun: The strength, the riches, the beauty, yea, the almost All of the nation was designed a Sacrifice to the rage and revenge of our Oppressors's; and Plunder and Massacres were almost the lest evils we feared. cs pns12 vmd xx vbi p-acp n1 p-acp j n2; cc dt jc n1 cs np1 vbz vbds vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: dt n1, dt n2, dt n1, uh, dt av d pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vvb pp-f po12 ng2; cc n1 cc n2 vbdr av dt cs n2-jn pns12 vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 271 Image 80
1501 Thus were we tost up and down from one wave to another, and made the sport of the proud and insulting billows, till Almighty Goodness setled us again upon our old basis, and by a Miracle of Providence restored us our PRINCE and our Government which our sins had deprived us of, to reestablish us upon the sure Foundations of Righteousness and Peace. Thus were we tossed up and down from one wave to Another, and made the sport of the proud and insulting billows, till Almighty goodness settled us again upon our old basis, and by a Miracle of Providence restored us our PRINCE and our Government which our Sins had deprived us of, to reestablish us upon the sure Foundations of Righteousness and Peace. av vbdr pns12 vvn a-acp cc a-acp p-acp crd vvb p-acp j-jn, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j cc vvg n2, p-acp j-jn n1 vvn pno12 av p-acp po12 j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn pno12 po12 n1 cc po12 n1 r-crq po12 n2 vhd vvn pno12 pp-f, p-acp vvb pno12 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 272 Image 80
1502 These are some sprinklings of that deluge of Woe that we brought upon our selves by resistance, which I have briefly described to this purpose, that the remembrance of these miseries may beget a sense of our sins, and the truth of the particular Proposition I have been discoursing under this Head, viz. That Resistance is fatal to Government. These Are Some sprinklings of that deluge of Woe that we brought upon our selves by resistance, which I have briefly described to this purpose, that the remembrance of these misery's may beget a sense of our Sins, and the truth of the particular Proposition I have been discoursing under this Head, viz. That Resistance is fatal to Government. d vbr d n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 cst pns12 vvd p-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1, r-crq pns11 vhb av-j vvn p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f d n2 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pns11 vhb vbn vvg p-acp d n1, n1 cst n1 vbz j p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 273 Image 80
1503 And though Government may be fixt again upon its Foundations, and Laws turned into their ancient Channel, after the violence they have suffered; And though Government may be fixed again upon its Foundations, and Laws turned into their ancient Channel, After the violence they have suffered; cc cs n1 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp po31 n2, cc n2 vvn p-acp po32 j n1, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhb vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 274 Image 80
1504 yet they lose much of their reverence and strength by such dissettlements: And the People that have rebelled once, and successfully, will be ready to do so often. As water that hath been boyled, will boyl again the sooner. yet they loose much of their Reverence and strength by such dissettlements: And the People that have rebelled once, and successfully, will be ready to do so often. As water that hath been boiled, will boil again the sooner. av pns32 vvb d pp-f po32 vvb cc n1 p-acp d n2: cc dt n1 cst vhb vvd a-acp, cc av-j, vmb vbi j pc-acp vdi av av. p-acp n1 cst vhz vbn j-vvn, vmb vvi av dt av-c. (6) sermon (DIV1) 274 Image 80
1505 And thus we see how ruinous resistance is to Government, and how destructive to that first great Interest of Societies, as it is also, And thus we see how ruinous resistance is to Government, and how destructive to that First great Interest of Societies, as it is also, cc av pns12 vvb c-crq j n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc c-crq j p-acp d ord j n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pn31 vbz av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 275 Image 80
1506 (2.) TO RELIGION, which is the other. That Rebellion is contrary to the Spirit of Religion, we have seen; (2.) TO RELIGION, which is the other. That Rebellion is contrary to the Spirit of Religion, we have seen; (crd) p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt j-jn. cst n1 vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vhb vvn; (6) sermon (DIV1) 276 Image 80
1507 and consequently, that 'tis destructive of its Being, will not need much proof; since contraries destroy one another. and consequently, that it's destructive of its Being, will not need much proof; since contraries destroy one Another. cc av-j, cst pn31|vbz j pp-f po31 vbg, vmb xx vvi d n1; c-acp n2-jn vvi pi j-jn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 276 Image 80
1508 Rebellion lays the Reins on mens necks, and takes off the restraints of their appetites; it opens the floodgates of Impiety, and lets loose the brats of extravagant Imagination: It destroys the reverence of all things sacred, and drives Vertue to Corners: Rebellion lays the Reins on men's necks, and Takes off the restraints of their appetites; it Opens the floodgates of Impiety, and lets lose the brats of extravagant Imagination: It Destroys the Reverence of all things sacred, and drives Virtue to Corners: n1 vvz dt n2 p-acp ng2 n2, cc vvz a-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2; pn31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz av-j dt n2 pp-f j n1: pn31 vvz dt vvb pp-f d n2 j, cc vvz n1 p-acp n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 276 Image 80
1509 It gathers mens lusts into a common storm, and fills all things with Chaos and confusion. Religion cannot be heard in the noise of a battel, but is trampled under-foot in the hurry and tumult. Faith and love, humility and meekness, purity and patience are overcast and silenced by Atheism and Cruelty, pride and barbarism, lust and revenge. Thus Rebellion by breaking up the foundations of the Earth, lets in an Hell upon us, It gathers men's Lustiest into a Common storm, and fills all things with Chaos and confusion. Religion cannot be herd in the noise of a battle, but is trampled underfoot in the hurry and tumult. Faith and love, humility and meekness, purity and patience Are overcast and silenced by Atheism and Cruelty, pride and barbarism, lust and revenge. Thus Rebellion by breaking up the foundations of the Earth, lets in an Hell upon us, pn31 vvz ng2 n2 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvz d n2 p-acp n1 cc n1. n1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, a-acp vbz vvn av p-acp dt vvb cc n1. n1 cc vvb, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1. av n1 p-acp vvg a-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, (6) sermon (DIV1) 276 Image 80
1510 and brings a kind of present damnation upon the World. and brings a kind of present damnation upon the World. cc vvz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 276 Image 80
1511 And that this is another fatal mischief of Resistance, we have felt also by an experience that will keep it in our memories. And that this is Another fatal mischief of Resistance, we have felt also by an experience that will keep it in our memories. cc cst d vbz j-jn j n1 pp-f n1, po12 vhb vvn av p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2. (6) sermon (DIV1) 276 Image 80
1512 And what execution it hath done upon Religion must be considered next. And what execution it hath done upon Religion must be considered next. cc q-crq n1 pn31 vhz vdn p-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn ord. (6) sermon (DIV1) 276 Image 80
1513 But this is a tender thing, and I am willing to keep my self within bounds that are charitable, and sober; and therefore must premise to what I have to say about it; But this is a tender thing, and I am willing to keep my self within bounds that Are charitable, and Sobrium; and Therefore must premise to what I have to say about it; p-acp d vbz dt j n1, cc pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp n2 cst vbr j, cc j; cc av vmb n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (6) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1514 that I charge not the whole Body of the People of the late Times, with the guilt of all the Follies and corruptions I describe. that I charge not the Whole Body of the People of the late Times, with the guilt of all the Follies and corruptions I describe. cst pns11 vvb xx dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 cc n2 pns11 vvb. (6) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1515 Nor do I believe, or say, that the whole Mass of their Religion was so monstrously vitiated, and depraved. I profess Universal Charity, and have perhaps, more for the worst of them, Nor do I believe, or say, that the Whole Mass of their Religion was so monstrously vitiated, and depraved. I profess Universal Charity, and have perhaps, more for the worst of them, ccx vdb pns11 vvb, cc vvb, cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbds av av-j vvd, cc vvn. pns11 vvb j-u n1, cc vhb av, av-dc p-acp dt js pp-f pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1516 than they generally will own for any that are not of their own party, or opinion. And therefore at present I shall say no more, than they generally will own for any that Are not of their own party, or opinion. And Therefore At present I shall say no more, cs pns32 av-j vmb d p-acp d cst vbr xx pp-f po32 d n1, cc n1. cc av p-acp j pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, (6) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1517 than what the sober and intelligent among themselves will acknowledge to be justly chargeable upon some or other of the Sects bred by our late Disorders; and this will be enough for my purpose, which is only to prove by near and deplorable instances, that resistance brings mischiefs upon Religion; and not to expose to hatred, or contempt the persons of any that are serious in the way of their profession, though I judge it never so obnoxious, and mistaken: And having said this out of a tender charity, that none may be wronged by misinterpretation, nor any offended that are not concerned; I come with freedom to describe some of the injuries our unhappy resistance hath done Religion, not withstanding that both Arms and Tongues so highly pretended its defence. than what the Sobrium and intelligent among themselves will acknowledge to be justly chargeable upon Some or other of the Sects bred by our late Disorders; and this will be enough for my purpose, which is only to prove by near and deplorable instances, that resistance brings mischiefs upon Religion; and not to expose to hatred, or contempt the Persons of any that Are serious in the Way of their profession, though I judge it never so obnoxious, and mistaken: And having said this out of a tender charity, that none may be wronged by misinterpretation, nor any offended that Are not concerned; I come with freedom to describe Some of the injuries our unhappy resistance hath done Religion, not withstanding that both Arms and Tongues so highly pretended its defence. cs q-crq dt j cc j p-acp px32 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av-j j p-acp d cc n-jn pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp po12 j n2; cc d vmb vbi av-d p-acp po11 n1, r-crq vbz av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc j n2, cst n1 vvz n2 p-acp n1; cc xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc n1 dt n2 pp-f d cst vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, c-acp pns11 vvb pn31 av-x av j, cc vvn: cc vhg vvn d av pp-f dt j n1, cst pix vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, ccx d vvn cst vbr xx vvn; pns11 vvb p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt n2 po12 j n1 vhz vdn n1, xx vvg cst d n2 cc n2 av av-j vvd po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 277 Image 80
1518 And indeed men fought for Religion till they had destroyed it; and disputed about it, till they had lost it. And indeed men fought for Religion till they had destroyed it; and disputed about it, till they had lost it. cc av n2 vvd p-acp n1 c-acp pns32 vhd vvn pn31; cc vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp pns32 vhd vvn pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 278 Image 80
1519 Midtiplicity of Opinion had quite confounded the simplicity of Life and Faith; and 'twas most peoples business to chatter like Pyes, rather than to live like Christians, or like Men. If Religion had been computed by mens talk, and dispute about it, those later days of the declining World had been its best; Midtiplicity of Opinion had quite confounded the simplicity of Life and Faith; and 'twas most peoples business to chatter like Pies, rather than to live like Christians, or like Men. If Religion had been computed by men's talk, and dispute about it, those later days of the declining World had been its best; n1 pp-f n1 vhd av vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; cc pn31|vbds av-ds ng1 n1 p-acp vvb av-j n2, av-c cs p-acp vvb av-j np1, cc j n2. cs n1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp ng2 vvb, cc vvb p-acp pn31, d jc n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 vhd vbn po31 js; (6) sermon (DIV1) 278 Image 80
1520 and this in its growth and ways of highest improvement, when all things else were verging to their Set, and Period. But alas, the Tongue was the most, if not the only religious Member. And many of the Pretenders, like the Aegyptian Temples, were fair without, but Beasts and Serpents, and Crocodiles within. Or like the Bird of Paradise, they had Wings to flye in the Clouds of Imagination, but no Feet to walk on the Ground of a vertuous practice. Yea, some had found the way to swim to Heaven in the Current of their appetites, and to reconcile Covetousness, Rapine, Cruelty, and Spiritual Pride, with the glorious names of the Elect, the People of God, the Church of Christ, and the good Party: Religion with Rebellion; and Sacriledge with Saintship. Men had learnt to be godly, without goodness; and Christians without Christianity. and this in its growth and ways of highest improvement, when all things Else were verging to their Set, and Period. But alas, the Tongue was the most, if not the only religious Member. And many of the Pretenders, like the Egyptian Temples, were fair without, but Beasts and Serpents, and Crocodiles within. Or like the Bird of Paradise, they had Wings to fly in the Clouds of Imagination, but no Feet to walk on the Ground of a virtuous practice. Yea, Some had found the Way to swim to Heaven in the Current of their appetites, and to reconcile Covetousness, Rapine, Cruelty, and Spiritual Pride, with the glorious names of the Elect, the People of God, the Church of christ, and the good Party: Religion with Rebellion; and Sacrilege with Saintship. Men had learned to be godly, without Goodness; and Christians without Christianity. cc d p-acp po31 n1 cc n2 pp-f js n1, c-crq d n2 av vbdr vvg p-acp po32 vvb, cc n1. cc-acp uh, dt n1 vbds dt av-ds, cs xx dt av-j j n1. cc d pp-f dt n2, av-j dt jp n2, vbdr j p-acp, p-acp n2 cc n2, cc n2 a-acp. cc av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vhd n2 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dx n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. uh, d vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt j pp-f po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi n1, n1, n1, cc j n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1: n1 p-acp n1; cc n1 p-acp n1. n2 vhd vvn pc-acp vbi j, p-acp n1; cc np1 p-acp np1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 278 Image 80
1521 They were lovers of God, and yet haters of their Brother: haters of open Prophaneness, but not of spiritual wickedness: They were lovers of God, and yet haters of their Brother: haters of open Profaneness, but not of spiritual wickedness: pns32 vbdr ng1 pp-f np1, cc av n2 pp-f po32 n1: n2 pp-f j n1, p-acp xx pp-f j n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 279 Image 80
1522 Very godly, though cruel, and unjust: True penitents, though they returned to their sins, as soon as they had complain'd, and wept: Their hearts were good, though their actions were dishonest; and they had the root of the matter in them, Very godly, though cruel, and unjust: True penitents, though they returned to their Sins, as soon as they had complained, and wept: Their hearts were good, though their actions were dishonest; and they had the root of the matter in them, j j, c-acp j, cc j: j n2-jn, c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp po32 n2, c-acp av c-acp pns32 vhd vvd, cc vvd: po32 n2 vbdr j, c-acp po32 n2 vbdr j; cc pns32 vhd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 279 Image 80
1523 though that root were a dry stump, and had no branches: They were regenerated, but not reformed; converted, but not a jot the better: Devout Worshippers, but bad Neighbours: Lovers of God, but no haters of Covetousness: Had power in Heaven, but none over themselves: They were Gods Servants, though they obeyed their appetites; and his children, though no better than those, that are of their Father the Devil. Thus had men got the knack to be religious without religion, and were in the way to be saved, without salvation. though that root were a dry stump, and had no branches: They were regenerated, but not reformed; converted, but not a jot the better: Devout Worshippers, but bad Neighbours: Lovers of God, but no haters of Covetousness: Had power in Heaven, but none over themselves: They were God's Servants, though they obeyed their appetites; and his children, though no better than those, that Are of their Father the devil. Thus had men god the knack to be religious without Religion, and were in the Way to be saved, without salvation. cs d n1 vbdr dt j n1, cc vhd dx n2: pns32 vbdr vvn, p-acp xx vvn; vvn, p-acp xx dt n1 dt jc: j n2, p-acp j n2: n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dx n2 pp-f n1: vhd n1 p-acp n1, p-acp pix p-acp px32: pns32 vbdr ng1 n2, c-acp pns32 vvd po32 n2; cc po31 n2, c-acp dx jc cs d, cst vbr pp-f po32 n1 dt n1. av vhd n2 vvn dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, cc vbdr p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 279 Image 80
1524 These were gross disorders whereby Religion was taken from its foundation of Vertue, and Holy living, and placed in emotions, raptures, and swelling words of vanity. These were gross disorders whereby Religion was taken from its Foundation of Virtue, and Holy living, and placed in emotions, raptures, and swelling words of vanity. d vbdr j n2 c-crq n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, cc j n-vvg, cc vvn p-acp n2, n2, cc vvg n2 pp-f n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 280 Image 80
1525 And when these had kindled the imagination, and raised the fansie to the Clouds, to flutter there in mystical non-sense: and when that was mounted on the Wings of the Wind, and got into the Revelations to loosen the seals, pour out the vials, and phantastically to interpret the fates of Kingdoms; when it flew into the Tongue in an extravagant ramble; and abused the Name and Word of God, mingling it with canting, unintelligible babble: And when these had kindled the imagination, and raised the fancy to the Clouds, to flutter there in mystical nonsense: and when that was mounted on the Wings of the Wind, and god into the Revelations to loosen the Seals, pour out the vials, and fantastically to interpret the fates of Kingdoms; when it flew into the Tongue in an extravagant ramble; and abused the Name and Word of God, mingling it with canting, unintelligible babble: cc c-crq d vhd vvn dt n1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp j n1: cc c-crq d vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp vvi dt n2, vvb av dt n2, cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2; c-crq pn31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j vvi; cc vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvg pn31 p-acp vvg, j vvi: (6) sermon (DIV1) 281 Image 80
1526 I say, when the diseased and disturbed phansie thus variously displayed it self, many made themselves believe that they were acted by the Spirit, and that those wild agitations of sick Imaginations, were divine motions: And when this fire was descended from the fansie to the affections, and these being exceedingly moved by those vain and proud conceits, caused tremblings, and foamings, convulsions and ecstasies in the body, (all which are but natural diseases, if not worse; I say, when the diseased and disturbed fancy thus variously displayed it self, many made themselves believe that they were acted by the Spirit, and that those wild agitations of sick Imaginations, were divine motions: And when this fire was descended from the fancy to the affections, and these being exceedingly moved by those vain and proud conceits, caused tremblings, and foamings, convulsions and ecstasies in the body, (all which Are but natural diseases, if not Worse; pns11 vvb, c-crq dt j-vvn cc j-vvn n1 av av-j vvn pn31 n1, d vvd px32 vvi cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc cst d j n2 pp-f j n2, vbdr j-jn n2: cc c-crq d n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2, cc d vbg av-vvg vvd p-acp d j cc j n2, vvd n2-vvg, cc n2-vvg, n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, (d r-crq vbr cc-acp j n2, cs xx jc; (6) sermon (DIV1) 281 Image 80
1527 and just like those odd ecstatical motions of the Devils Priests when they came foaming from his Altars ) these, I say, the wild phantasticks had learnt to ascribe to the blessed and adorable Spirit: And when their phansies being full of turgid notions, and their bodies in an ecstasie, they dream'd of strange sights, voices, and wonderful discoveries, which were nothing but the unquiet agitations of their own disordered brains: and just like those odd ecstatical motions of the Devils Priests when they Come foaming from his Altars) these, I say, the wild phantastics had learned to ascribe to the blessed and adorable Spirit: And when their fancies being full of turgid notions, and their bodies in an ecstasy, they dreamed of strange sights, voices, and wondered discoveries, which were nothing but the unquiet agitations of their own disordered brains: cc av av-j d j j n2 pp-f dt ng1 n2 c-crq pns32 vvd vvg p-acp po31 n2) d, pns11 vvb, dt j n2-j vhd vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-vvn cc j n1: cc c-crq po32 n2 vbg j pp-f j n2, cc po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvd pp-f j n2, n2, cc j n2, r-crq vbdr pix cc-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 d vvn n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 281 Image 80
1528 These also were taken for divine Revelations, and the effects of the Spirit of God, shewing it self miraculously in them. Briefly, and in sum; These also were taken for divine Revelations, and the effects of the Spirit of God, showing it self miraculously in them. Briefly, and in sum; d av vbdr vvn p-acp j-jn n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg pn31 n1 av-j p-acp pno32. av-j, cc p-acp n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 281 Image 80
1529 Every humour and phantastick unaccountable motion, was by some represented as the work of that Spirit, to which they are most opposite: Every humour and fantastic unaccountable motion, was by Some represented as the work of that Spirit, to which they Are most opposite: d n1 cc j j n1, vbds p-acp d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av-ds j-jn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 282 Image 80
1530 Thus when warm and brisk sanguine presented a cheerful Scene, and filled the imagination with pleasant Dreams; Thus when warm and brisk sanguine presented a cheerful Scene, and filled the imagination with pleasant Dreams; av c-crq j cc j j vvd dt j n1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp j n2; (6) sermon (DIV1) 282 Image 80
1531 these were divine Illapses, the Joys and Incomes of the Holy Ghost: When heated Melancholy had kindled the busie and active phansie, the Enthusiast talks of Illuminations, New Lights, Revelations, and many wonderful fine things, which were ascribed to the same Spirit: and when Phlegm prevailed, these were divine Illapses, the Joys and Incomes of the Holy Ghost: When heated Melancholy had kindled the busy and active fancy, the Enthusiast talks of Illuminations, New Lights, Revelations, and many wondered fine things, which were ascribed to the same Spirit: and when Phlegm prevailed, d vbdr j-jn n2, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1: c-crq vvn j-jn vhd vvn dt j cc j n1, dt av-j vvz pp-f n2, j n2, n2, cc d j j n2, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt d n1: cc q-crq n1 vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 282 Image 80
1532 and had quencht the phantastick Fire, rendring the Mad man more dull and unactive; then the Spirit was withdrawn, and the man under spiritual darkness, and desertion: And when again Choler was boyled up into rage and fury against every thing that was not of the Fanatique genius; this also was presumed to be an Holy Fervour kindled by that Spirit, whose real Fruits are gentleness, and love. and had quenched the fantastic Fire, rendering the Mad man more dull and unactive; then the Spirit was withdrawn, and the man under spiritual darkness, and desertion: And when again Choler was boiled up into rage and fury against every thing that was not of the Fanatic genius; this also was presumed to be an Holy Fervour kindled by that Spirit, whose real Fruits Are gentleness, and love. cc vhd vvn dt j n1, vvg dt j n1 dc j cc j; av dt n1 vbds vvn, cc dt n1 p-acp j n1, cc n1: cc c-crq av n1 vbds j-vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 cst vbds xx pp-f dt j-jn n1; d av vbds vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1 vvn p-acp d n1, rg-crq j n2 vbr n1, cc vvb. (6) sermon (DIV1) 282 Image 80
1533 And now, after that which I have said on this occasion, it may perhaps be necessary to add, that I hope none here will be so uncharitable, or so unjust, as to think that I go about to disparage the Spirit of God, and its influence; which (as I ought) I adore and reverence: and because I do so, I think it fit to represent, And now, After that which I have said on this occasion, it may perhaps be necessary to add, that I hope none Here will be so uncharitable, or so unjust, as to think that I go about to disparage the Spirit of God, and its influence; which (as I ought) I adore and Reverence: and Because I do so, I think it fit to represent, cc av, c-acp d r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d n1, pn31 vmb av vbi j pc-acp vvi, cst pns11 vvb pix av vmb vbi av j, cc av j, a-acp pc-acp vvi cst pns11 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 n1; r-crq (c-acp pns11 vmd) pns11 vvb cc n1: cc c-acp pns11 vdb av, pns11 vvb pn31 j pc-acp vvi, (6) sermon (DIV1) 283 Image 80
1534 and shame the blasphemous abuses of it, which would expose the most Divine things to scorn, and make them ridiculous. And that the Holy Spirit hath been thus traduced and injured, and shame the blasphemous Abuses of it, which would expose the most Divine things to scorn, and make them ridiculous. And that the Holy Spirit hath been thus traduced and injured, cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f pn31, r-crq vmd vvi dt av-ds j-jn n2 p-acp vvb, cc vvi pno32 j. cc d dt j n1 vhz vbn av vvn cc j-vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 283 Image 80
1535 and is still by great numbers among us, 'twould be shameful not to acknowledge: and is still by great numbers among us, 'twould be shameful not to acknowledge: cc vbz av p-acp j n2 p-acp pno12, pn31|vmd vbi j xx pc-acp vvi: (6) sermon (DIV1) 283 Image 80
1536 And I add, that my zeal and reverence for the realities, make me thus justly sharp against the Counterfeits. Nor do I think that folly and phantastry is to be spared, And I add, that my zeal and Reverence for the realities, make me thus justly sharp against the Counterfeits. Nor do I think that folly and phantastry is to be spared, cc pns11 vvb, cst po11 n1 cc vvb p-acp dt n2, vvb pno11 av av-j j p-acp dt vvz. ccx vdb pns11 vvi d n1 cc n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 283 Image 80
1537 because they wear the stollen Livery of things venerable, and sacred. Therefore, to go on; such a Religion had the corruption of it bred among us: Because they wear the stolen Livery of things venerable, and sacred. Therefore, to go on; such a Religion had the corruption of it bred among us: c-acp pns32 vvb dt vvn n1 pp-f n2 j, cc j. av, pc-acp vvi p-acp; d dt n1 vhd dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvn p-acp pno12: (6) sermon (DIV1) 283 Image 80
1538 A Religion conceived in the Imagination, and begot by Pride, and Self-Love, which gilded the Professors of it with all the glorious names, and priviledges of the Gospel: And when they had encircled their Heads with their own phantastick rays, A Religion conceived in the Imagination, and begotten by Pride, and Self-Love, which gilded the Professors of it with all the glorious names, and privileges of the Gospel: And when they had encircled their Heads with their own fantastic rays, dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvn p-acp n1, cc n1, r-crq vvd dt n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp d dt j n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1: cc c-crq pns32 vhd vvn po32 n2 p-acp po32 d j n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 284 Image 80
1539 and swoln their Imaginations into a Tympany of ridiculous greatness, they scornfully contemned all but their Darling - selves, under the notion of the Formal, the Moral, and the Wicked: and proudly pitied the poor and carnal World, that is, all that were not of their conceited pitch, and elevation. and swollen their Imaginations into a Tympany of ridiculous greatness, they scornfully contemned all but their Darling - selves, under the notion of the Formal, the Moral, and the Wicked: and proudly pitied the poor and carnal World, that is, all that were not of their conceited pitch, and elevation. cc vvn po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, pns32 av-j vvd d p-acp po32 j-jn - n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, dt j, cc dt j: cc av-j vvn dt j cc j n1, cst vbz, d cst vbdr xx pp-f po32 j-vvn vvi, cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 284 Image 80
1540 And having thus dignified themselves, and debased others: And having thus dignified themselves, and debased Others: cc vhg av vvn px32, cc vvn ng2-jn: (6) sermon (DIV1) 284 Image 80
1541 they herded together, drew the Church into their little Corners, and withdrew from the communion of others, who had less conceit, though more Christianity. They bid us stand off, lest we should have polluted them by our unhallowed approaches; they herded together, drew the Church into their little Corners, and withdrew from the communion of Others, who had less conceit, though more Christianity. They bid us stand off, lest we should have polluted them by our unhallowed Approaches; pns32 vvd av, vvd dt n1 p-acp po32 j n2, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, r-crq vhd dc n1, a-acp av-dc np1. pns32 vvb pno12 vvi a-acp, cs pns12 vmd vhi vvn pno32 p-acp po12 j vvz; (6) sermon (DIV1) 284 Image 80
1542 and having made us as the Heathen and the Publican, they cried, Come out from among them. and having made us as the Heathen and the Publican, they cried, Come out from among them. cc vhg vvn pno12 p-acp dt j-jn cc dt n1, pns32 vvd, vvb av p-acp p-acp pno32. (6) sermon (DIV1) 284 Image 80
1543 The true Church, soundness of Judgement, purity of Doctrine and of Worship (if men would believe them) was confined to their clans, just as they wee to the Corners of Africa of old, when their Friends the Donatists were there. Thus did the Votaries of each Sect swell in their Imaginations, till some other sort as well conceited as themselves, endeavoured to take their Plumes from them, The true Church, soundness of Judgement, purity of Doctrine and of Worship (if men would believe them) was confined to their clans, just as they we to the Corners of Africa of old, when their Friends the Donatists were there. Thus did the Votaries of each Sect swell in their Imaginations, till Some other sort as well conceited as themselves, endeavoured to take their Plumes from them, dt j n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f n1 (cs n2 vmd vvi pno32) vbds vvn p-acp po32 n2, j c-acp pns32 pns12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 pp-f j, c-crq po32 n2 dt n2 vbdr a-acp. av vdd dt n2 pp-f d n1 vvi p-acp po32 n2, p-acp d j-jn n1 c-acp av j-vvn p-acp px32, vvd pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32, (6) sermon (DIV1) 284 Image 80
1544 and to appropriate those glorious prerogatives to their own party. and to Appropriate those glorious prerogatives to their own party. cc pc-acp vvi d j n2 p-acp po32 d n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 284 Image 80
1545 And this went for the power of Godliness, and the spirituality of Religion, under pretence of which, all reverence to things sacred was destroyed. For when this Spirit had got into the Pulpit, and set up the Cry of the Purity, and Spirituality of Worship, it never left canting on the Subject, till mens Tongues and Minds were fired against every matter of decency and order, as formal, and Antichristian: And so far had it prevailed, And this went for the power of Godliness, and the spirituality of Religion, under pretence of which, all Reverence to things sacred was destroyed. For when this Spirit had god into the Pulpit, and Set up the Cry of the Purity, and Spirituality of Worship, it never left canting on the Subject, till men's Tongues and Minds were fired against every matter of decency and order, as formal, and Antichristian: And so Far had it prevailed, cc d vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq, d vvb p-acp n2 j vbds vvn. c-acp c-crq d n1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, pn31 av-x vvd vvg p-acp dt j-jn, c-acp ng2 n2 cc n2 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp j, cc jp: cc av av-j vhd pn31 vvn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 285 Image 80
1546 as to drive those of warm affections and weak heads, from all external Reverence to God, and Holy things: as to drive those of warm affections and weak Heads, from all external reverence to God, and Holy things: c-acp pc-acp vvi d pp-f j n2 cc j n2, p-acp d j n1 p-acp np1, cc j n2: (6) sermon (DIV1) 285 Image 80
1547 And the well meaning people being frighted with the terrible noise of Popery, Superstition, and Antichristianism, (words they had learnt to hate, though not to understand ) boggled and flew off from every thing their furious Guides had marked with these abhorred Characters, though it were never so innocent and becoming. And thus a rude and slovenly Religion had made its way into the World, And the well meaning people being frighted with the terrible noise of Popery, Superstition, and Antichristianism, (words they had learned to hate, though not to understand) boggled and flew off from every thing their furious Guides had marked with these abhorred Characters, though it were never so innocent and becoming. And thus a rude and slovenly Religion had made its Way into the World, cc dt av vvg n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1, (n2 pns32 vhd vvn p-acp vvb, cs xx p-acp vvb) vvd cc vvd a-acp p-acp d n1 po32 j n2 vhd vvn p-acp d vvn n2, c-acp pn31 vbdr av av j-jn cc vvg. cc av dt j cc j n1 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 285 Image 80
1548 and such a sordid carelessness in matters of divine Worship ▪ that should a Stranger have come into the Assemblies that were acted by this Spirit, he would not have imagined what they had been doing: and such a sordid carelessness in matters of divine Worship ▪ that should a Stranger have come into the Assemblies that were acted by this Spirit, he would not have imagined what they had been doing: cc d dt j n1 p-acp n2 pp-f j-jn n1 ▪ cst vmd dt n1 vhb vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp d n1, pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn r-crq pns32 vhd vbn vdg: (6) sermon (DIV1) 285 Image 80
1549 and that they were about Holy Offices, would perhaps have been one of the last things in his Conjecture. and that they were about Holy Offices, would perhaps have been one of the last things in his Conjecture. cc cst pns32 vbdr p-acp j n2, vmd av vhi vbn crd pp-f dt ord n2 p-acp po31 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 285 Image 80
1550 Thus bold and sawcy talk had crept into mens Prayers, under pretence of Holy Familiarity with God; nauseous impertinent Gibberish, under the notion of Praying by the Spirit; and all kind of irreverences in external demeanour, under the shelter of a pretended spiritual Worship. Thus bold and saucy talk had crept into men's Prayers, under pretence of Holy Familiarity with God; nauseous impertinent Gibberish, under the notion of Praying by the Spirit; and all kind of irreverences in external demeanour, under the shelter of a pretended spiritual Worship. av j cc j vvi vhd vvn p-acp ng2 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1; j j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1; cc d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn j n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 285 Image 80
1551 Men had subtilized Religion, till they had destroyed it, made it first invisible, and then Nothing. Men had subtilized Religion, till they had destroyed it, made it First invisible, and then Nothing. n2 vhd vvn n1, c-acp pns32 vhd vvn pn31, vvd pn31 ord j, cc av pix. (6) sermon (DIV1) 286 Image 80
1552 AND now it being thus multiplied, corrupted, and debaucht; being made the Game of the Tongue, and the Frolick of Imagination; phantastick in its principles, sordid in its practices; separated from the foundation of a vertuous life, and made to serve the ends of Pride, and Avarice; what was like to follow, according to the nature and order of things, AND now it being thus multiplied, corrupted, and debauched; being made the Game of the Tongue, and the Frolic of Imagination; fantastic in its principles, sordid in its practices; separated from the Foundation of a virtuous life, and made to serve the ends of Pride, and Avarice; what was like to follow, according to the nature and order of things, cc av pn31 vbg av vvn, vvn, cc vvd; vbg vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt vvb pp-f n1; j p-acp po31 n2, j p-acp po31 n2; vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1; r-crq vbds av-j pc-acp vvi, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, (6) sermon (DIV1) 287 Image 80
1553 but Atheism and contempt of all Religion? And when one says, here's Religion, and another says, there's Religion; a third will scornfully ask, where's Religion, and what's Religion? When the Heathen Deities were so multiplied, that every thing was made a God; Protagoras, Diagoras, and others, but Atheism and contempt of all Religion? And when one Says, here's Religion, and Another Says, there's Religion; a third will scornfully ask, where's Religion, and what's Religion? When the Heathen Deities were so multiplied, that every thing was made a God; Protagoras, Diagoras, and Others, cc-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1? cc c-crq pi vvz, av|vbz n1, cc n-jn vvz, pc-acp|vbz n1; dt ord vmb av-j vvi, q-crq|vbz np1-n, cc r-crq|vbz np1-n? c-crq dt j-jn n2 vbdr av vvn, cst d n1 vbds vvn dt np1; np1, np1, cc n2-jn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 287 Image 80
1554 first began to question, and next to affirm that there was NONE. First began to question, and next to affirm that there was NONE. ord vvd p-acp vvb, cc ord p-acp vvb cst a-acp vbds pix. (6) sermon (DIV1) 287 Image 80
1555 Religions have been multiplied in our days, as much as Gods in theirs; and we have seen much of the same fatal event, and issue. Religions have been multiplied in our days, as much as God's in theirs; and we have seen much of the same fatal event, and issue. n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp po12 n2, p-acp d c-acp ng1 p-acp png32; cc pns12 vhb vvn d pp-f dt d j n1, cc n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 287 Image 80
1556 They made their Gods contemptible and vile, by deifying things that were so, and we had no less detracted from the credit of Religion, by bringing it down to things of the lowest and vilest rank and nature: They made their God's contemptible and vile, by deifying things that were so, and we had no less detracted from the credit of Religion, by bringing it down to things of the lowest and Vilest rank and nature: pns32 vvd po32 n2 j cc j, p-acp vvg n2 cst vbdr av, cc pns12 vhd dx dc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg pn31 a-acp p-acp n2 pp-f dt js cc js n1 cc n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 287 Image 80
1557 Our Idolized Opinions were no better than their Garlick and Onyons. The diseases of the Mind, Phrensie and Enthusiasm, which our days have worshipped, were no better than those of the Body which they adored: And they never raised Altars to worse Vices than REBELLION, FRAUD, Our Idolized Opinions were no better than their Garlic and Onions. The diseases of the Mind, Frenzy and Enthusiasm, which our days have worshipped, were no better than those of the Body which they adored: And they never raised Altars to Worse Vices than REBELLION, FRAUD, po12 vvn n2 vbdr dx jc cs po32 n1 cc n2. dt n2 pp-f dt n1, n1 cc n1, r-crq po12 n2 vhb vvn, vbdr dx jc cs d pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvd: cc pns32 av-x vvd n2 p-acp jc n2 cs n1, n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 287 Image 80
1558 and VIOLENCE, which our Age hath hallowed and made sacred. So that notwithstanding all the glorious pretensions of those Times, Religion was, among many, taken off all its Foundations, and the World prepared for Atheism. The Follies and Divisions of one Age, make way for Atheism in the next. and VIOLENCE, which our Age hath hallowed and made sacred. So that notwithstanding all the glorious pretensions of those Times, Religion was, among many, taken off all its Foundations, and the World prepared for Atheism. The Follies and Divisions of one Age, make Way for Atheism in the next. cc n1, r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn cc j-vvn j. av cst p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f d n2, n1 vbds, p-acp d, vvn a-acp d po31 n2, cc dt n1 vvd p-acp n1. dt n2 cc n2 pp-f crd n1, vvb n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord. (6) sermon (DIV1) 287 Image 80
1559 Thus also briefly of the Condition of our RELIGION. Thus also briefly of the Condition of our RELIGION. av av av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 288 Image 80
1560 AND thus I have shewn how much RESISTANCE of the Authority that is over us, is against our DUTY and our INTEREST. AND thus I have shown how much RESISTANCE of the authority that is over us, is against our DUTY and our INTEREST. cc av pns11 vhb vvn c-crq d n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno12, vbz p-acp po12 n1 cc po12 n1. (6) sermon (DIV1) 289 Image 80
1561 The former God hath plainly told us; and the latter we have sadly felt. The former God hath plainly told us; and the latter we have sadly felt. dt j np1 vhz av-j vvn pno12; cc dt d pns12 vhb av-j vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 289 Image 80
1562 It remains that we humble our selves under the sense of the publick guilt, as well as complain of the consequent miseries. That we may not draw down new judgements, by repeating old provocations; and adding our particular sins to the common score. And I think we shall do well to consider, what we, who abhor Rebellion, have contributed to the fatal evils that followed it. It remains that we humble our selves under the sense of the public guilt, as well as complain of the consequent misery's. That we may not draw down new Judgments, by repeating old provocations; and adding our particular Sins to the Common score. And I think we shall do well to Consider, what we, who abhor Rebellion, have contributed to the fatal evils that followed it. pn31 vvz cst pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp av c-acp vvb pp-f dt j n2. cst pns12 vmb xx vvi a-acp j n2, p-acp j-vvg j n2; cc vvg po12 j n2 p-acp dt j n1. cc pns11 vvb pns12 vmb vdi av pc-acp vvi, r-crq pns12, r-crq vvb n1, vhb vvn p-acp dt j n2-jn cst vvd pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1563 We can perhaps be well enough content that the visible actors of those mischiefs should be lasht, and exposed; and it may be, are well pleased and tickled with our reprehensions in which we think our selves not concerned. We can perhaps be well enough content that the visible actors of those mischiefs should be lashed, and exposed; and it may be, Are well pleased and tickled with our reprehensions in which we think our selves not concerned. pns12 vmb av vbi av av-d vvi cst dt j n2 pp-f d n2 vmd vbi vvn, cc vvn; cc pn31 vmb vbi, vbr av vvn cc vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 xx vvn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1564 But if we will be just, if we will have this Fast to signifie, we must turn our reproofs upon our selves also, But if we will be just, if we will have this Fast to signify, we must turn our reproofs upon our selves also, p-acp cs pns12 vmb vbi j, cs pns12 vmb vhi d av-j pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2 av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1565 and with grief and shame acknowledge that our sins and Debauches, our contempt of God and scorn of Religion, have helpt towards the plucking down that sad judgement upon the Nation, which we lament this Day: and with grief and shame acknowledge that our Sins and Debauches, our contempt of God and scorn of Religion, have helped towards the plucking down that sad judgement upon the nation, which we lament this Day: cc p-acp n1 cc n1 vvi cst po12 n2 cc n2, po12 n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vhb vvn p-acp dt vvg a-acp cst j n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns12 vvb d n1: (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1566 And it must be confest, that there were those that fought against the KING, who yet spent their blood in his service: and many by their vices, endeavoured to engage Heaven against that Cause, which themselves strove in another way, to less purpose, to promote. And it must be confessed, that there were those that fought against the KING, who yet spent their blood in his service: and many by their vices, endeavoured to engage Heaven against that Cause, which themselves strove in Another Way, to less purpose, to promote. cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst a-acp vbdr d cst vvd p-acp dt n1, r-crq av vvd po32 n1 p-acp po31 n1: cc d p-acp po32 n2, vvd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d vvb, r-crq px32 vvn p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dc n1, pc-acp vvi. (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1567 And therefore we ought not to think, that this Fast is appointed to inveigh against the faults of others, And Therefore we ought not to think, that this Fast is appointed to inveigh against the Faults of Others, cc av pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi, cst d av-j vbz vvn p-acp vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1568 and to make them and their actions odious; but to humble our selves under the apprehension of our own, and to make them and their actions odious; but to humble our selves under the apprehension of our own, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 cc po32 n2 j; p-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d, (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1569 and to teach us to shew our love to the King, and readiness to obey him, by subjecting our selves first unto God, whose Vice-gerent HE is. and to teach us to show our love to the King, and readiness to obey him, by subjecting our selves First unto God, whose Vicegerent HE is. cc pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp vvb pno31, p-acp vvg po12 n2 ord p-acp np1, rg-crq n1 pns31 vbz. (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1570 And we may be assured that they that are not Loyal to the UNIVERSAL LORD of all the World, can scarce possibly be so to their particular SOVEREIGN. And we may be assured that they that Are not Loyal to the UNIVERSAL LORD of all the World, can scarce possibly be so to their particular SOVEREIGN. cc pns12 vmb vbi vvn cst pns32 cst vbr xx j p-acp dt j-u n1 pp-f d dt n1, vmb av-j av-j vbi av p-acp po32 j j-jn. (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1571 And 'twill need a great deal of Charity to help us to believe, that those who make no scruple to blaspheme the Name of God, And it'll need a great deal of Charity to help us to believe, that those who make no scruple to Blaspheme the Name of God, cc pn31|vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi, cst d r-crq vvb dx n1 p-acp vvb dt vvb pp-f np1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1572 and to break the plainest, most earnest, and most express of his Laws, will be withheld by considerations of Duty or Conscience from rebelling against their King, or affronting His, and to break the Plainest, most earnest, and most express of his Laws, will be withheld by considerations of Duty or Conscience from rebelling against their King, or affronting His, cc pc-acp vvi dt js, ds j, cc av-ds j pp-f po31 n2, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp j-vvg p-acp po32 n1, cc vvg png31, (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1573 when there is any powerful interest to oblige them to it. when there is any powerful Interest to oblige them to it. c-crq pc-acp vbz d j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pn31. (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1574 If therefore we would give any evidence of a serious humiliation at present, or any security of a future loyalty, let us do so by confessing our particular sins, and forsaking them; If Therefore we would give any evidence of a serious humiliation At present, or any security of a future loyalty, let us do so by confessing our particular Sins, and forsaking them; cs av pns12 vmd vvi d n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp j, cc d n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vvb pno12 vdi av p-acp vvg po12 j n2, cc vvg pno32; (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1575 and then there will be hope that the Authority of God may oblige us quietly and peaceably to submit to his MINISTER; and then there will be hope that the authority of God may oblige us quietly and peaceably to submit to his MINISTER; cc av pc-acp vmb vbi n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pno12 av-jn cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1; (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1576 and in doing so we shall be blest with his influence, and deserve his protection. And thus demeaning our selves like Professors of the Gospel of Peace, and Subjects of the Prince of Peace, the Peace He left with his Disciples will be with us here, and in doing so we shall be blessed with his influence, and deserve his protection. And thus demeaning our selves like Professors of the Gospel of Peace, and Subject's of the Prince of Peace, the Peace He left with his Disciples will be with us Here, cc p-acp vdg av pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1. cc av n-vvg po12 n2 av-j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n2-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n2 vmb vbi p-acp pno12 av, (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1577 and everlasting Peace will encircle our heads with rays of glory in the Kingdom of Peace. And so the Peace of God which passeth all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus: To whom with God the Father, and God the Holy Ghost, be ascribed all Glory, Honour, and everlasting Peace will encircle our Heads with rays of glory in the Kingdom of Peace. And so the Peace of God which passes all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in christ jesus: To whom with God the Father, and God the Holy Ghost, be ascribed all Glory, Honour, cc j n1 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz d n1, vvb po22 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 np1: p-acp ro-crq p-acp np1 dt n1, cc np1 dt j n1, vbb vvn d n1, n1, (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1578 and adoration henceforth and for ever. Amen and Amen. and adoration henceforth and for ever. Amen and Amen. cc n1 av cc p-acp av. uh-n cc uh-n. (6) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 80
1579 SERMON IV. AGAINST SCOFFING AT RELIGION. 2 PET. III. 3. — There shall come in the last days Scoffers, walking after their own Lusts. SERMON IV. AGAINST SCOFFING AT RELIGION. 2 PET. III. 3. — There shall come in the last days Scoffers, walking After their own Lusts. n1 np1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1. crd n1. np1. crd — a-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n2 n2, vvg p-acp po32 d np1 (7) sermon (DIV1) 290 Image 99
1580 IT is a question that hath much exercised the wits of the Curious, whether there be any decay in nature? or whether all things are not still, IT is a question that hath much exercised the wits of the Curious, whither there be any decay in nature? or whither all things Are not still, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vhz d vvn dt n2 pp-f dt j, cs pc-acp vbb d n1 p-acp n1? cc cs d n2 vbr xx av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 99
1581 as they were from the beginning, in all their kinds, and in all the degrees of their vigour, as they were from the beginning, in all their Kinds, and in all the Degrees of their vigour, c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1, p-acp d po32 n2, cc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 99
1582 and perfection? I shall not undertake to determine ought in this Theory; and perfection? I shall not undertake to determine ought in this Theory; cc n1? pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pi p-acp d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 99
1583 Be the matter how it will as to ▪ the natural world, we have cause to believe, that there are degeneracies in the moral: This our Saviour supposeth in the Question, Luke 18. 8. When the Son of man cometh, shall he find faith on earth? Implying, that in the last Times, there shall be remarkable fallings from the Faith, Be the matter how it will as to ▪ the natural world, we have cause to believe, that there Are Degeneracies in the moral: This our Saviour Supposeth in the Question, Lycia 18. 8. When the Son of man comes, shall he find faith on earth? Implying, that in the last Times, there shall be remarkable fallings from the Faith, vbb dt n1 c-crq pn31 vmb a-acp pc-acp ▪ dt j n1, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, cst a-acp vbr n2 p-acp dt j: d po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, av crd crd c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, vmb pns31 vvi n1 p-acp n1? vvg, cst p-acp dt ord n2, a-acp vmb vbi j n2-vvg p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 99
1584 and a general Reign of unbelief; which cannot be without great defection in manners also. and a general Reign of unbelief; which cannot be without great defection in manners also. cc dt n1 vvi pp-f n1; r-crq vmbx vbi p-acp j n1 p-acp n2 av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 99
1585 And St. Paul, 2 ▪ Tim. 3. 1. tells us, That the last days should be perillous, that men should be Lovers of their own selves, Covetous, Boasters, Proud, Blasphemers; And Saint Paul, 2 ▪ Tim. 3. 1. tells us, That the last days should be perilous, that men should be Lovers of their own selves, Covetous, Boaster's, Proud, Blasphemers; cc n1 np1, crd ▪ np1 crd crd vvz pno12, cst dt ord n2 vmd vbi j, d n2 vmd vbi n2 pp-f po32 d n2, j, ng1, j, n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 99
1586 and our Apostle in the Text, — Scoffers, walking after their own lusts. and our Apostle in the Text, — Scoffers, walking After their own Lustiest. cc po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, — n2, vvg p-acp po32 d n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 291 Image 99
1587 Now we are not to think, that the holy Writers suppos'd, that these evils were not in other days, Now we Are not to think, that the holy Writers supposed, that these evils were not in other days, av pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi, cst dt j n2 vvn, cst d n2-jn vbdr xx p-acp j-jn n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 292 Image 99
1588 as well as in the last: No, the same catalogue of Vices runs ▪ through all Ages, which more, as well as in the last: No, the same catalogue of Vices runs ▪ through all Ages, which more, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt ord: uh-dx, dt d n1 pp-f n2 vvz ▪ p-acp d n2, r-crq av-dc, (7) sermon (DIV1) 292 Image 99
1589 or less, are infected with them: or less, Are infected with them: cc av-dc, vbr vvn p-acp pno32: (7) sermon (DIV1) 292 Image 99
1590 But the meaning, I conceive, is, That in the latter, they should be more notorious, and more numerous, acted in higher degrees of impudence, But the meaning, I conceive, is, That in the latter, they should be more notorious, and more numerous, acted in higher Degrees of impudence, cc-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb, vbz, cst p-acp dt d, pns32 vmd vbi dc j, cc av-dc j, vvn p-acp jc n2 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 292 Image 99
1591 and with more circumstances of guilt. and with more Circumstances of guilt. cc p-acp dc n2 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 292 Image 99
1592 There is no doubt but there were always scoffers; but never such, nor so many, as in the last days; (The last of the world simply, and not only those of the Jewish State) scoffers, walking after their own lusts — viz. as absolute slaves to their Appetites, and Passions. There is no doubt but there were always scoffers; but never such, nor so many, as in the last days; (The last of the world simply, and not only those of the Jewish State) scoffers, walking After their own Lustiest — viz. as absolute slaves to their Appetites, and Passion. pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp a-acp vbdr av n2; p-acp av-x d, ccx av d, a-acp p-acp dt ord n2; (dt ord pp-f dt n1 av-j, cc xx av-j d pp-f dt jp n1) n2, vvg p-acp po32 d n2 — n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 292 Image 99
1593 For the word Lusts, takes in all unruly desires, and inclinations. In treating of the words I shall shew, For the word Lustiest, Takes in all unruly Desires, and inclinations. In treating of the words I shall show, p-acp dt n1 n2, vvz p-acp d j n2, cc n2. p-acp vvg pp-f dt n2 pns11 vmb vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 292 Image 99
1594 1. What sort of Scoffers we may suppose here meant? 2. What is the evil and malignity of the humour? 1. What sort of Scoffers we may suppose Here meant? 2. What is the evil and malignity of the humour? crd q-crq n1 pp-f n2 pns12 vmb vvi av vvn? crd q-crq vbz dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f dt n1? (7) sermon (DIV1) 294 Image 99
1595 3. What are the consequences, and effects of it? And thence 4. Pass to improvement for practice. 3. What Are the consequences, and effects of it? And thence 4. Pass to improvement for practice. crd q-crq vbr dt n2, cc n2 pp-f pn31? cc av crd n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 296 Image 99
1596 FOr the First, Who are the scoffers meant? I take direction in it, from the character annext, Scoffers, walking after their own lusts. FOr the First, Who Are the scoffers meant? I take direction in it, from the character annexed, Scoffers, walking After their own Lustiest. p-acp dt ord, r-crq vbr dt n2 vvd? pns11 vvb n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n1 vvn, n2, vvg p-acp po32 d n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 298 Image 99
1597 Now the lusts of men would be boundless, and are impatient of any check, or stop: Now the Lustiest of men would be boundless, and Are impatient of any check, or stop: av dt n2 pp-f n2 vmd vbi j, cc vbr j pp-f d n1, cc vvi: (7) sermon (DIV1) 298 Image 99
1598 They hate all restraints that are laid upon them; They hate all restraints that Are laid upon them; pns32 vvb d n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32; (7) sermon (DIV1) 298 Image 99
1599 and the greatest restraints of appetite, are from Religion: Religion hinders men most from walking after their own lusts, and the greatest restraints of appetite, Are from Religion: Religion hinders men most from walking After their own Lustiest, cc dt js n2 pp-f n1, vbr p-acp n1: n1 vvz n2 av-ds p-acp j-vvg p-acp po32 d n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 298 Image 99
1600 and these are most resolv'd on that: so that we may suppose the scoffers in the Text, who walk after their own lusts, to be scoffers at Religion, which would hinder and disturb them most in that course. and these Are most resolved on that: so that we may suppose the scoffers in the Text, who walk After their own Lustiest, to be scoffers At Religion, which would hinder and disturb them most in that course. cc d vbr av-ds vvn p-acp cst: av cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvb p-acp po32 d n2, pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vmd vvi cc vvi pno32 av-ds p-acp d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 298 Image 99
1601 And that they were such, appears from the following verse; in which they argue scoffingly, against the Christian belief, and expectations: And that they were such, appears from the following verse; in which they argue scoffingly, against the Christian belief, and Expectations: cc cst pns32 vbdr d, vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1; p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb av-j, p-acp dt njp n1, cc n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 298 Image 99
1602 Saying, Where is the promise of his coming? for since the Fathers fell a-sleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning — vers. 4. Saying, Where is the promise of his coming? for since the Father's fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning — vers. 4. vvg, q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg? p-acp p-acp dt ng1 j n1, d n2 vvi c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1 — zz. crd (7) sermon (DIV1) 298 Image 99
1603 Now generally the less impudent sort of sinners endeavour to reconcile Religion to their Lusts, by walking in some of the forms of godliness; so did the Pharisees among the Jews, Now generally the less impudent sort of Sinners endeavour to reconcile Religion to their Lustiest, by walking in Some of the forms of godliness; so did the Pharisees among the jews, av av-j dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp vvb n1 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp vvg p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1; av vdd dt np1 p-acp dt np2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 99
1604 and divers Hereticks among the ancient Christians; and their modern successors do the same still: and diverse Heretics among the ancient Christians; and their modern Successors do the same still: cc j n2 p-acp dt j np1; cc po32 j n2 vdb dt d av: (7) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 99
1605 But there are an other sort, who are more bold, and impatient, they will not give themselves the trouble of reconciling Religion to their Lusts, But there Are an other sort, who Are more bold, and impatient, they will not give themselves the trouble of reconciling Religion to their Lustiest, cc-acp pc-acp vbr dt j-jn n1, r-crq vbr av-dc j, cc j, pns32 vmb xx vvi px32 dt n1 pp-f n-vvg n1 p-acp po32 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 99
1606 but take the shorter course of opposing it, in favour of them. but take the shorter course of opposing it, in favour of them. cc-acp vvb dt jc n1 pp-f vvg pn31, p-acp n1 pp-f pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 99
1607 This some do by ingaging their parts, and knowledge, gravely, and seriously to reason it out of the world; This Some do by engaging their parts, and knowledge, gravely, and seriously to reason it out of the world; d d vdb p-acp vvg po32 n2, cc n1, av-j, cc av-j p-acp vvb pn31 av pp-f dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 99
1608 but these are the few: Reason is a severe thing, and doth as little comport with mens Lusts, as Religion: but these Are the few: Reason is a severe thing, and does as little comport with men's Lustiest, as Religion: cc-acp d vbr dt d: n1 vbz dt j n1, cc vdz c-acp av-j vvi p-acp ng2 n2, c-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 99
1609 And the same Lusts that make them willing to reason against Religion, make them incapable of it: And the same Lustiest that make them willing to reason against Religion, make them incapable of it: cc dt d n2 cst vvb pno32 j p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvb pno32 j pp-f pn31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 99
1610 For debauchery is almost as great an enemy to mens intellectuals, as to their morals. For debauchery is almost as great an enemy to men's intellectuals, as to their morals. c-acp n1 vbz av p-acp j dt n1 p-acp ng2 n2-j, a-acp p-acp po32 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 299 Image 99
1611 And therefore others, and the most, go an easier way, and fight against Religion by scoffing and buffoonry: This is the game the Devil seems to be playing in the present Age. And Therefore Others, and the most, go an Easier Way, and fight against Religion by scoffing and Buffoonery: This is the game the devil seems to be playing in the present Age. cc av n2-jn, cc dt ds, vvb dt jc n1, cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp vvg cc n1: d vbz dt n1 dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 99
1612 He hath tryed the power and rage of the mighty; and the wit, and knowledge of the learned; but these have not succeeded for the destruction of Religion. He hath tried the power and rage of the mighty; and the wit, and knowledge of the learned; but these have not succeeded for the destruction of Religion. pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j; cc dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt vvd; p-acp d vhb xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 99
1613 And therefore now he is making an experiment by an other sort of enemies, and sets the Apes, and Drollers upon it. And Therefore now he is making an experiment by an other sort of enemies, and sets the Apes, and Drollers upon it. cc av av pns31 vbz vvg dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2, cc vvz dt n2, cc n2 p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 99
1614 And certainly there was never any other Age, in which sacred and serious things have been so rudely, And Certainly there was never any other Age, in which sacred and serious things have been so rudely, cc av-j a-acp vbds av-x d j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq j cc j n2 vhb vbn av av-j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 99
1615 and impudently assaulted by the prophane abuses of Jesters, and Buffoons, who have been the contempt of all wise Times, and impudently assaulted by the profane Abuses of Jesters, and Buffoons, who have been the contempt of all wise Times, cc av-j vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2, cc n2, r-crq vhb vbn dt n1 pp-f d j n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 99
1616 but are the darlings, and wits of these. O the Invention! the rare invention of this happy Age! but Are the darlings, and wits of these. O the Invention! the rare invention of this happy Age! cc-acp vbr dt n2-jn, cc n2 pp-f d. np1 dt n1! dt j n1 pp-f d j n1! (7) sermon (DIV1) 300 Image 99
1617 How easie hath it made the way to this glorious reputation? 'Tis but laughing gracefully at the Fopps; the grave, the learned, the religious Fopps; How easy hath it made the Way to this glorious reputation? It's but laughing gracefully At the Fops; the grave, the learned, the religious Fops; c-crq av-j vhz pn31 vvn dt n1 p-acp d j n1? pn31|vbz p-acp vvg av-j p-acp dt n2; dt n1, dt j, dt j n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 99
1618 and a man cannot fail of being a Wit, in spight of ignorance, and impertinence. Away with the pedantry, and dull formalities of former days! and a man cannot fail of being a Wit, in spite of ignorance, and impertinence. Away with the pedantry, and dull formalities of former days! cc dt n1 vmbx vvi pp-f vbg dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1. av p-acp dt n1, cc j n2 pp-f j n2! (7) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 99
1619 we are Wits upon terms more generous, and more easie. Our Age hath more spirit and flame: our conversation; yes! we Are Wits upon terms more generous, and more easy. Our Age hath more Spirit and flame: our Conversation; yes! pns12 vbr n2 p-acp n2 av-dc j, cc av-dc j. po12 n1 vhz dc n1 cc n1: po12 n1; uh! (7) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 99
1620 our vertuous conversation hath refined and improved us; We see the folly and ignorance of our fore-fathers; our virtuous Conversation hath refined and improved us; We see the folly and ignorance of our Forefathers; po12 j n1 vhz vvn cc vvn pno12; pns12 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 99
1621 and laugh at the Tales with which crafty Priests abused their easiness, and credulity. Spiritual substance! Immortal souls! Authority of Scripture! Fictions, Ideas, Phantomes, Iargon: and laugh At the Tales with which crafty Priests abused their easiness, and credulity. Spiritual substance! Immortal Souls! authority of Scripture! Fictions, Ideas, Phantoms, Jargon: cc vvb p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq j n2 vvn po32 n1, cc n1. j n1! j n2! n1 pp-f n1! n2, n2, n2, np1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 99
1622 Here is demonstration against the spiritual Trade, and spiritual men. The rest of the work is for Songs and Plays; Here is demonstration against the spiritual Trade, and spiritual men. The rest of the work is for Songs and Plays; av vbz n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc j n2. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp n2 cc vvz; (7) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 99
1623 for the wit and humour of agreeable conversation. Thus far we are come, and the infection spreads; for the wit and humour of agreeable Conversation. Thus Far we Are come, and the infection spreads; p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1. av av-j pns12 vbr vvn, cc dt n1 vvz; (7) sermon (DIV1) 301 Image 99
1624 so that there is scarce a little vain Thing that hath a mind to be modish, but sets up for a derider of God, and of Religion; so that there is scarce a little vain Thing that hath a mind to be modish, but sets up for a derider of God, and of Religion; av cst pc-acp vbz av-j dt j j n1 cst vhz dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, p-acp vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 302 Image 99
1625 and makes a scoff of the most serious thoughts, and profession of the wisest men of all Ages. and makes a scoff of the most serious thoughts, and profession of the Wisest men of all Ages. cc vvz dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n2, cc n1 pp-f dt js n2 pp-f d n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 302 Image 99
1626 Heaven and Hell are become words of sport: Heaven and Hell Are become words of sport: n1 cc n1 vbr vvn n2 pp-f n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 302 Image 99
1627 and Devils and Angels, Fairyes and Chimaera's: 'Tis Foppish to speak of Religion, but in Railery; or to mention such a thing as Scripture; except it be to burlesque and deride it. and Devils and Angels, Fairies and Chimaera's: It's Foppish to speak of Religion, but in Raillery; or to mention such a thing as Scripture; except it be to burlesque and deride it. cc n2 cc n2, n2 cc ng1: pn31|vbz j p-acp vvb pp-f n1, p-acp p-acp n1; cc pc-acp vvi d dt n1 c-acp n1; c-acp pn31 vbb p-acp fw-fr cc vvi pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 302 Image 99
1628 'Tis dreadful to consider, and a man may tremble to describe this monstrous humour of many in our Age, which I believe hath out-done all former in the heights of this amazing sort of wickedness, It's dreadful to Consider, and a man may tremble to describe this monstrous humour of many in our Age, which I believe hath outdone all former in the heights of this amazing sort of wickedness, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi, cc dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f d p-acp po12 n1, r-crq pns11 vvb vhz vvn d j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j-vvg n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 303 Image 99
1629 and sadly proves that in the last days shall come Scoffers, and such as have not been from the beginning: and sadly Proves that in the last days shall come Scoffers, and such as have not been from the beginning: cc av-j vvz cst p-acp dt ord n2 vmb vvi n2, cc d c-acp vhb xx vbn p-acp dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 303 Image 99
1630 For though former Ages, no doubt, have had deriders of Religion, yet in those times they hid their heads, For though former Ages, no doubt, have had deriders of Religion, yet in those times they hid their Heads, c-acp cs j n2, dx n1, vhb vhn n2 pp-f n1, av p-acp d n2 pns32 vvn po32 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 303 Image 99
1631 and did it covertly behind the curtain; and did it covertly behind the curtain; cc vdd pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 303 Image 99
1632 in their privacies, and among their Confidents; But in these, they face the Sun, and impudently vent their folly in all companies, in their privacies, and among their Confidents; But in these, they face the Sun, and impudently vent their folly in all companies, p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp po32 n2; cc-acp p-acp d, pns32 vvb dt n1, cc av-j vvi po32 n1 p-acp d n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 303 Image 99
1633 and places, as if it were a matter of renown and glory, and they expected to be counted Hero 's for it. and places, as if it were a matter of renown and glory, and they expected to be counted Hero is for it. cc n2, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc pns32 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn n1 vbz p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 303 Image 99
1634 Thus we see what sort of Scoffers they are that are to come in the last days, impudent deriders of Religion, because they are resolved on walking after their own Lusts. I come, Thus we see what sort of Scoffers they Are that Are to come in the last days, impudent deriders of Religion, Because they Are resolved on walking After their own Lusts. I come, av pns12 vvb r-crq n1 pp-f n2 pns32 vbr d vbr p-acp vvb p-acp dt ord n2, j n2 pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp vvg p-acp po32 d np1 pns11 vvb, (7) sermon (DIV1) 304 Image 99
1635 II. To shew the malignity, and aggravations of this humour. 1. 'Tis an open defiance of God, and a direct opposition of his Glory. II To show the malignity, and aggravations of this humour. 1. It's an open defiance of God, and a Direct opposition of his Glory. crd p-acp vvi dt n1, cc n2 pp-f d n1. crd pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 305 Image 99
1636 His glory, namely the derivative, consists in those praises, and acknowledgements that are due to his perfections; His glory, namely the derivative, consists in those praises, and acknowledgements that Are due to his perfections; po31 n1, av dt j-jn, vvz p-acp d n2, cc n2 cst vbr j-jn p-acp po31 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 99
1637 and those are paid in the exercises of Religion; and those Are paid in the exercises of Religion; cc d vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 99
1638 so that to buffoon this, is to shoot the arrows of our scorn directly at the Throne of God. so that to buffoon this, is to shoot the arrows of our scorn directly At the Throne of God. av cst p-acp n1 d, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 99
1639 Indeed all sins are oppositions of him, and of his Glory, but in most, they are so in the consequence of the sin, not in the intention of the sinner: The Drunkard, the Oppressor, Indeed all Sins Are oppositions of him, and of his Glory, but in most, they Are so in the consequence of the since, not in the intention of the sinner: The Drunkard, the Oppressor, np1 d n2 vbr n2 pp-f pno31, cc pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp av-ds, pns32 vbr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: dt n1, dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 99
1640 and the unclean person, design only their own satisfactions, not any immediate affront to their Maker: and the unclean person, Design only their own satisfactions, not any immediate affront to their Maker: cc dt j n1, vvb av-j po32 d n2, xx d j vvb p-acp po32 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 99
1641 But the Scoffer with prodigious impudence doth that. He derides the love and obedience, fear and reverence of the most High; But the Scoffer with prodigious impudence does that. He derides the love and Obedience, Fear and Reverence of the most High; cc-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1 vdz d. pns31 vvz dt n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt av-ds j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 99
1642 which is a direct contempt of his perfections. Now scorn is one of the greatest indignities; which is a Direct contempt of his perfections. Now scorn is one of the greatest indignities; r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n2. av vvb vbz pi pp-f dt js n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 306 Image 99
1643 especially, it is sore and provoking, when one is contemn'd by his inferiours; and more, when they are his dependants, that have their bread from his Bounty? such is the case here, in all possible degrees of aggravation; especially, it is soar and provoking, when one is contemned by his inferiors; and more, when they Are his dependants, that have their bred from his Bounty? such is the case Here, in all possible Degrees of aggravation; av-j, pn31 vbz j cc vvg, c-crq pi vbz vvd p-acp po31 n2-jn; cc av-dc, c-crq pns32 vbr po31 n2-jn, cst vhb po32 n1 p-acp po31 n1? d vbz dt n1 av, p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 307 Image 99
1644 vilest worms and lowest dust, scoff at the highest Majesty, and fullest perfection: Vilest worms and lowest dust, scoff At the highest Majesty, and Fullest perfection: js n2 cc js n1, vvb p-acp dt js n1, cc js n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 307 Image 99
1645 The universal King our Soveraign, before whom Angels bow, and Devils tremble, is derided by the slaves of his Kingdom and Creation: The universal King our Sovereign, before whom Angels bow, and Devils tremble, is derided by the slaves of his Kingdom and Creation: dt j n1 po12 n-jn, p-acp r-crq n2 vvb, cc n2 vvb, vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 307 Image 99
1646 The general Father and Benefactor flouted by those that have their Being, and all their comforts from his goodness, The general Father and Benefactor flouted by those that have their Being, and all their comforts from his Goodness, dt j n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp d cst vhb po32 vbg, cc d po32 n2 p-acp po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 307 Image 99
1647 and cannot live, or move, or breathe without him, Acts 17. 28. Instead of lowest reverence, gratitude, and cannot live, or move, or breathe without him, Acts 17. 28. Instead of lowest Reverence, gratitude, cc vmbx vvb, cc vvi, cc vvb p-acp pno31, n2 crd crd av pp-f js n1, n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 307 Image 99
1648 and prostrations, they lift up their heads in proud scorn and defiance of him; and prostrations, they lift up their Heads in proud scorn and defiance of him; cc n2, pns32 vvb a-acp po32 n2 p-acp j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 307 Image 99
1649 and as the Royal Psalmist speaks of them, Psal. 73. 18. They set their mouth against the Heavens. and as the Royal Psalmist speaks of them, Psalm 73. 18. They Set their Mouth against the Heavens. cc c-acp dt j n1 vvz pp-f pno32, np1 crd crd pns32 vvd po32 n1 p-acp dt n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 307 Image 99
1650 2. This is a sin that is a step beyond Atheism it self. 2. This is a since that is a step beyond Atheism it self. crd d vbz dt n1 cst vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 pn31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 308 Image 99
1651 'Tis greater impiety to say, God is a careless, or a contemptible Being, than to say, He is not. As the Moralist tells us, He would rather it should be affirm'd, that there was no such man as Plutarch, than that it should be believ'd that there was such a man, It's greater impiety to say, God is a careless, or a contemptible Being, than to say, He is not. As the Moralist tells us, He would rather it should be affirmed, that there was no such man as Plutarch, than that it should be believed that there was such a man, pn31|vbz jc n1 pc-acp vvi, np1 vbz dt j, cc dt j vbg, cs pc-acp vvi, pns31 vbz xx. p-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, pns31 vmd av-c pn31 vmd vbi vvn, cst a-acp vbds dx d n1 p-acp np1, cs cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn cst a-acp vbds av dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 308 Image 99
1652 but that he was a vile and worthless person. but that he was a vile and worthless person. cc-acp cst pns31 vbds dt j cc j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 308 Image 99
1653 Now to deride Religion while we allow there is a God, is to say by immediate consequence, either that he is a careless and idle Greatness that heeds not his Creatures; Now to deride Religion while we allow there is a God, is to say by immediate consequence, either that he is a careless and idle Greatness that heeds not his Creatures; av p-acp vvi n1 cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vbz dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, d cst pns31 vbz dt j cc j n1 d vvz xx po31 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 309 Image 99
1654 and so worship is an impertinence: or that he is so bad, or so mean a Being, that he deserves not to be worshipp'd, that is, that we owe him no acknowledgement of his Being, or his Bounty; and so worship is an impertinence: or that he is so bad, or so mean a Being, that he deserves not to be worshipped, that is, that we owe him no acknowledgement of his Being, or his Bounty; cc av vvb vbz dt n1: cc cst pns31 vbz av j, cc av vvb av vbg, cst pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vbz, cst pns12 vvb pno31 dx n1 pp-f po31 vbg, cc po31 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 309 Image 99
1655 and which is more, that 'tis ridiculous to pay him any. To deny the existence of God is gross and unreasonable; and which is more, that it's ridiculous to pay him any. To deny the existence of God is gross and unreasonable; cc r-crq vbz av-dc, cst pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31 d. p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j cc j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 309 Image 99
1656 but to acknowledge that, and to scoff at the expressions of love and veneration of him, is down-right madness. but to acknowledge that, and to scoff At the expressions of love and veneration of him, is downright madness. cc-acp pc-acp vvi cst, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31, vbz j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 309 Image 99
1657 So that if the scoffer be not an Atheist, he is the more inexcusable in his scoffing; So that if the scoffer be not an Atheist, he is the more inexcusable in his scoffing; av cst cs dt n1 vbb xx dt n1, pns31 vbz dt av-dc j p-acp po31 vvg; (7) sermon (DIV1) 309 Image 99
1658 and if possible, he is worse. and if possible, he is Worse. cc cs j, pns31 vbz jc. (7) sermon (DIV1) 309 Image 99
1659 3. The humour of deriding Religion is monstrousness in the soul: All sin is deformity, but this is Horrid. For a man to have his parts and members misplaced; 3. The humour of deriding Religion is monstrousness in the soul: All since is deformity, but this is Horrid. For a man to have his parts and members misplaced; crd dt n1 pp-f vvg n1 vbz n1 p-acp dt n1: d n1 vbz n1, p-acp d vbz j. p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vhi po31 n2 cc n2 vvn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 310 Image 99
1660 His legs, suppose, on his shoulders, his eyes in his neck, and his arms growing out of his belly, is frightful; but there's a misplacing in the soul that is more ugly. Man hath such powers given him as scorn and derision, and while they are exercised against sin and folly, there is nothing amiss in them: His legs, suppose, on his shoulders, his eyes in his neck, and his arms growing out of his belly, is frightful; but there's a misplacing in the soul that is more ugly. Man hath such Powers given him as scorn and derision, and while they Are exercised against sin and folly, there is nothing amiss in them: po31 n2, vvb, p-acp po31 n2, po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n2 vvg av pp-f po31 n1, vbz j; p-acp pc-acp|vbz dt vvg p-acp dt n1 cst vbz av-dc j. n1 vhz d n2 vvn pno31 p-acp vvb cc n1, cc cs pns32 vbr vvn p-acp vvb cc n1, a-acp vbz pix av p-acp pno32: (7) sermon (DIV1) 310 Image 99
1661 But when they are misplaced upon holiness and wisdom, upon the greatest and the purest, upon the most visible, and most universally acknowledg'd perfections; But when they Are misplaced upon holiness and Wisdom, upon the greatest and the Purest, upon the most visible, and most universally acknowledged perfections; cc-acp c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt js cc dt js, p-acp dt av-ds j, cc av-ds av-j vvn n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 310 Image 99
1662 they are then an excess of deformity in the soul, and such scorners are greater monsters than the man that hath horns and hoofs. they Are then an excess of deformity in the soul, and such Scorner's Are greater monsters than the man that hath horns and hoofs. pns32 vbr av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cc d n2 vbr jc n2 cs dt n1 cst vhz n2 cc n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 310 Image 99
1663 4. It is a wickedness beyond the degeneracy of Devils. 4. It is a wickedness beyond the degeneracy of Devils. crd pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 311 Image 99
1664 We read that They fought against the Angels, the Ministers of God, Rev. 12. 7. but never that they derided them for their Ministeries. We read that They fought against the Angels, the Ministers of God, Rev. 12. 7. but never that they derided them for their Ministeries. pns12 vvb d pns32 vvd p-acp dt n2, dt n2 pp-f np1, n1 crd crd p-acp av-x cst pns32 vvn pno32 p-acp po32 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 311 Image 99
1665 They oppose Gods ends, and interests in the world, but we find them not scoffing at Him. They oppose God's ends, and interests in the world, but we find them not scoffing At Him. pns32 vvb n2 n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns12 vvi pno32 xx vvg p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 311 Image 99
1666 No, they believe and tremble, Jam. 2. 19. This Fear is not a vertue indeed, in those Apostate spirits, No, they believe and tremble, Jam. 2. 19. This fear is not a virtue indeed, in those Apostate spirits, uh-dx, pns32 vvb cc vvb, np1 crd crd d vvb vbz xx dt n1 av, p-acp d n1 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 311 Image 99
1667 and yet it proceeds from a sense, and apprehension of divine power and vengeance: But the impious Scoffers at Religion have out-grown that, and are more bold than all the Legions of darkness. and yet it proceeds from a sense, and apprehension of divine power and vengeance: But the impious Scoffers At Religion have outgrown that, and Are more bold than all the Legions of darkness. cc av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1: p-acp dt j n2 p-acp n1 vhb j cst, cc vbr av-dc j cs d dt n2 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 311 Image 99
1668 They have so little dread of the wrath of God, that by their scoffs they endeavour to provoke, and as it were to dare him to pour his displeasure on them: They have so little dread of the wrath of God, that by their scoffs they endeavour to provoke, and as it were to Dare him to pour his displeasure on them: pns32 vhb av j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vvb p-acp vvb, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32: (7) sermon (DIV1) 311 Image 99
1669 As if they had a mind to challenge the field with Him, and to try the reality, and force of his power and terrours. As if they had a mind to challenge the field with Him, and to try the reality, and force of his power and terrors. c-acp cs pns32 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvb pp-f po31 n1 cc n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 311 Image 99
1670 Thus briefly of the malignity and aggravations of the sin of Scoffing at Religion: There will be an occasion of saying more of it in the sequel; I therefore descend now, III. To an account of some Effects and Consequences of it; Thus briefly of the malignity and aggravations of the since of Scoffing At Religion: There will be an occasion of saying more of it in the sequel; I Therefore descend now, III. To an account of Some Effects and Consequences of it; av av-j pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1: a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f vvg av-dc pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1; pns11 av vvi av, np1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 312 Image 99
1671 and shall confine my self here also within the bounds of that, which is mention'd as the character of these Scoffers in the Text — Walking after their own Lusts — We have seen that mens lusts are the ground and occasion of their scoffing; and I add, that this again is a cause of the greater heights, and boldness of their Lusts; like Water and Ice they produce one another. and shall confine my self Here also within the bounds of that, which is mentioned as the character of these Scoffers in the Text — Walking After their own Lustiest — We have seen that men's Lustiest Are the ground and occasion of their scoffing; and I add, that this again is a cause of the greater heights, and boldness of their Lustiest; like Water and Ice they produce one Another. cc vmb vvi po11 n1 av av p-acp dt n2 pp-f d, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 — vvg p-acp po32 d ng1 — pns12 vhb vvn d ng2 n2 vbr dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 vvg; cc pns11 vvb, cst d av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt jc n2, cc n1 pp-f po32 n2; av-j n1 cc n1 pns32 vvb pi j-jn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 313 Image 99
1672 Mens lusts put them upon scoffing at that which should restrain them; Men's Lustiest put them upon scoffing At that which should restrain them; ng2 n2 vvd pno32 p-acp vvg p-acp cst r-crq vmd vvi pno32; (7) sermon (DIV1) 313 Image 99
1673 and this, through the judgement of God, and the nature of the thing, brings them at last to walk after their lusts in such obsequiousness and intireness, that they follow them, and this, through the judgement of God, and the nature of the thing, brings them At last to walk After their Lustiest in such obsequiousness and entireness, that they follow them, cc d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz pno32 p-acp ord pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1, cst pns32 vvb pno32, (7) sermon (DIV1) 313 Image 99
1674 1. Without any check, or restraint upon their Lusts. 2. Without power to forsake, or disobey them. 1. Without any check, or restraint upon their Lusts. 2. Without power to forsake, or disobey them. crd p-acp d n1, cc n1 p-acp po32 np1 crd p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 314 Image 99
1675 3. Without, or with very little, hope of remedy, or deliverance from the dominion, and sad consequences of them. 3. Without, or with very little, hope of remedy, or deliverance from the dominion, and sad consequences of them. crd p-acp, cc p-acp av j, n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc j n2 pp-f pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 316 Image 99
1676 These are all dreadful things, and such as frequently (if not mostly) follow upon the impious humour of scoffing at Relgion. These Are all dreadful things, and such as frequently (if not mostly) follow upon the impious humour of scoffing At Religion. d vbr d j n2, cc d c-acp av-j (cs xx j) vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 317 Image 99
1677 As to the first, The Scoffers walk after their own lusts, (1.) Without restraint, or check from the Spirit of God. This strives long with sinners; As to the First, The Scoffers walk After their own Lustiest, (1.) Without restraint, or check from the Spirit of God. This strives long with Sinners; c-acp p-acp dt ord, dt n2 vvb p-acp po32 d n2, (crd) p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. d vvz j p-acp n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 318 Image 99
1678 but it will not always strive with them that strive against it, Gen. 6. 3. When men move with their Lusts, but it will not always strive with them that strive against it, Gen. 6. 3. When men move with their Lustiest, cc-acp pn31 vmb xx av vvi p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd c-crq n2 vvb p-acp po32 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 318 Image 99
1679 as those that are joyn'd to them, the holy Spirit will let them alone, Hos. 4. 17. And this impiety, in the very nature of it, is of all sins most likely to provoke Him to a dereliction of the sinner: as those that Are joined to them, the holy Spirit will let them alone, Hos. 4. 17. And this impiety, in the very nature of it, is of all Sins most likely to provoke Him to a dereliction of the sinner: c-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32, dt j n1 vmb vvb pno32 av-j, np1 crd crd np1 d n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, vbz pp-f d n2 av-ds j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 318 Image 99
1680 Since it is the greatest, most direct, and most intolerable affront of the most High; Since it is the greatest, most Direct, and most intolerable affront of the most High; c-acp pn31 vbz dt js, ds j, cc av-ds j n1 pp-f dt av-ds j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 318 Image 99
1681 and if any thing be a fighting against the Holy Spirit, a vexing, yea a blaspheming of Him, This is. and if any thing be a fighting against the Holy Spirit, a vexing, yea a blaspheming of Him, This is. cc cs d n1 vbb dt vvg p-acp dt j n1, dt vvg, uh dt vvg pp-f pno31, d vbz. (7) sermon (DIV1) 318 Image 99
1682 Moreover, such a sinner becomes a subject incapable of His communications. Nothing that is sacr•d or serious makes any impression upon such whiffling spirits; Moreover, such a sinner becomes a Subject incapable of His communications. Nothing that is sacr•d or serious makes any impression upon such whiffling spirits; np1, d dt n1 vvz dt j-jn j pp-f po31 n2. np1 cst vbz j cc j vvz d n1 p-acp d vvg n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 318 Image 99
1683 'twere as good attempt writing on the water, or painting with a Pencil on the air, 'twere as good attempt writing on the water, or painting with a Pencil on the air, pn31|vbdr p-acp j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 318 Image 99
1684 as to think of fastening any sober sense upon the scoffer. And when it is come to this, that the sinner hath made himself incapable of any benefit from the influences of the Spirit, He withdraws his solicitations from that miserable person. as to think of fastening any Sobrium sense upon the scoffer. And when it is come to this, that the sinner hath made himself incapable of any benefit from the influences of the Spirit, He withdraws his solicitations from that miserable person. c-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f vvg d j n1 p-acp dt n1. cc c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d, cst dt n1 vhz vvn px31 j pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp cst j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 318 Image 99
1685 He will not plough upon a rock, nor sow upon the sands. He will not plough upon a rock, nor sow upon the sands. pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, ccx vvi p-acp dt n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 318 Image 99
1686 So that the man hath the advantage now of not being disturb'd in his pursuits by the grand Enemy of his lusts; So that the man hath the advantage now of not being disturbed in his pursuits by the grand Enemy of his Lustiest; av cst dt n1 vhz dt n1 av pp-f xx vbg vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 318 Image 99
1687 but is suffer'd to run upon the wrath of God, and everlasting torments without controul from Him. but is suffered to run upon the wrath of God, and everlasting torments without control from Him. cc-acp vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 318 Image 99
1688 2. The scoffer gets this priviledge also, to walk after his own Lusts, without check from his Conscience. 2. The scoffer gets this privilege also, to walk After his own Lustiest, without check from his Conscience. crd dt n1 vvz d n1 av, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n2, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 319 Image 99
1689 This is an Inward Judge, that summons, censures, and condemns; and while there is such a Court, This is an Inward Judge, that summons, censures, and condemns; and while there is such a Court, d vbz dt j n1, cst n1, n2, cc vvz; cc n1 pc-acp vbz d dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 319 Image 99
1690 and such transactions in the sinners breast, he cannot walk after his lusts in quiet. But the scoffer takes a course with Conscience: 1. He debauches it. And, 2. He makes it stupid. and such transactions in the Sinners breast, he cannot walk After his Lustiest in quiet. But the scoffer Takes a course with Conscience: 1. He Debauches it. And, 2. He makes it stupid. cc d n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n2 p-acp j-jn. p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1: crd pns31 vvz pn31. np1, crd pns31 vvz pn31 j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 319 Image 99
1691 As to the First, it may be consider'd, That when He enters upon the trade of deriding Religion, he doth not believe it to be really so contemptible, and ridiculous; As to the First, it may be considered, That when He enters upon the trade of deriding Religion, he does not believe it to be really so contemptible, and ridiculous; c-acp p-acp dt ord, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi av-j av j, cc j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 322 Image 99
1692 only he follows a fashion, and thinks 'tis witty to Scoff at it: only he follows a fashion, and thinks it's witty to Scoff At it: av-j pns31 vvz dt n1, cc vvz pn31|vbz j p-acp n1 p-acp pn31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 322 Image 99
1693 But in process of time and practice, his understanding, through the withcraft of this vice, and the secret judgement of God, grows into the very nature and temper of the sin; But in process of time and practice, his understanding, through the witchcraft of this vice, and the secret judgement of God, grows into the very nature and temper of the since; cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, vvz p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 322 Image 99
1694 And he comes insensibly at last, to believe that in earnest, which he entred on at first in jest: and so Satan and his Lusts have decoy'd him into a down right, serious Infidelity. And he comes insensibly At last, to believe that in earnest, which he entered on At First in jest: and so Satan and his Lustiest have decoyed him into a down right, serious Infidelity. cc pns31 vvz av-j p-acp ord, pc-acp vvi cst p-acp j, r-crq pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp ord p-acp n1: cc av np1 cc po31 n2 vhb vvd pno31 p-acp dt a-acp j-jn, j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 322 Image 99
1695 If the horrid Articles of impiety and unbelief had been offer'd him at the beginning, in a way of serious argument, he would have entertain'd them with some intellectual detestation and abhorrence: But having a long time droll'd upon Religion, If the horrid Articles of impiety and unbelief had been offered him At the beginning, in a Way of serious argument, he would have entertained them with Some intellectual detestation and abhorrence: But having a long time drolled upon Religion, cs dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vhd vbn vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 p-acp d j n1 cc n1: p-acp vhg dt j n1 vvn p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 322 Image 99
1696 and represented it as ridiculous; rather than so much wit and sport should be lost, he is willing to believe it is so; and such a will quickly draws such an understanding to it. and represented it as ridiculous; rather than so much wit and sport should be lost, he is willing to believe it is so; and such a will quickly draws such an understanding to it. cc vvn pn31 p-acp j; av-c cs av d n1 cc n1 vmd vbi vvn, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31 vbz av; cc d dt vmb av-j vvz d dt j-vvg p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 322 Image 99
1697 But especially the consideration of full liberty in his Lusts, indears and recommends the opinion to him; But especially the consideration of full liberty in his Lustiest, endears and recommends the opinion to him; p-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp po31 vvz, vvz cc vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 322 Image 99
1698 and the intellect so prepar'd is quickly convinc'd, having so great an interest to incline it; and the intellect so prepared is quickly convinced, having so great an Interest to incline it; cc dt n1 av vvd vbz av-j vvd, vhg av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 322 Image 99
1699 so that now the foolish mind is darkened, Rom. 1. 21. and the Conscience made a party with the lusts. It is become reprobate, Rom. 1. 28. and given up to strong delusions, 2 Thes. 2. 11. The Scoffer now believes his Jests as if they were arguments of Reason, and pleads for his lusts, as if they were actions of vertue: And thus his Conscience is debauch'd: so that now the foolish mind is darkened, Rom. 1. 21. and the Conscience made a party with the Lustiest. It is become Reprobate, Rom. 1. 28. and given up to strong delusions, 2 Thebes 2. 11. The Scoffer now believes his Jests as if they were Arguments of Reason, and pleads for his Lustiest, as if they were actions of virtue: And thus his Conscience is debauched: av d av dt j n1 vbz vvn, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n2. pn31 vbz vvn n-jn, np1 crd crd cc vvn a-acp p-acp j n2, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 av vvz po31 vvz c-acp cs pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp po31 n2, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr ng1 pp-f n1: cc av po31 n1 vbz vvn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 322 Image 99
1700 Or, if he have not proceeded so far as this, Yet, 2. He stupifieth it at least. Or, if he have not proceeded so Far as this, Yet, 2. He stupifieth it At least. cc, cs pns31 vhb xx vvn av av-j c-acp d, av, crd pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp ds. (7) sermon (DIV1) 322 Image 99
1701 There are two main acts of Conscience: There Are two main acts of Conscience: pc-acp vbr crd j n2 pp-f n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 99
1702 to inform us what is our Duty; and to judge how far we do it, or do it not. And this sort of wicked men deal so with Conscience as to stupifie both. For Duty, they think of none; who is Lord over them! to inform us what is our Duty; and to judge how Far we do it, or do it not. And this sort of wicked men deal so with Conscience as to stupify both. For Duty, they think of none; who is Lord over them! p-acp vvb pno12 r-crq vbz po12 n1; cc p-acp vvb c-crq av-j pns12 vdb pn31, cc vdb pn31 xx. cc d n1 pp-f j n2 vvb av p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp vvb d. p-acp n1, pns32 vvb pp-f pix; r-crq vbz n1 p-acp pno32! (7) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 99
1703 and for reflection on their actions, they are strangers to it. and for reflection on their actions, they Are Strangers to it. cc p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vbr n2 p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 99
1704 They follow on with their eyes and thoughts upon their Lusts, but never consider whither the way leads. They follow on with their eyes and thoughts upon their Lustiest, but never Consider whither the Way leads. pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp av-x vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz. (7) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 99
1705 They pursue sense and appetite, but reflect and think no more than Beasts. They pursue sense and appetite, but reflect and think no more than Beasts. pns32 vvb n1 cc n1, cc-acp vvb cc vvb av-dx av-dc cs n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 99
1706 Whither am I going? and what have I done? are no questions with them. Whither am I going? and what have I done? Are no questions with them. q-crq vbm pns11 vvg? cc r-crq vhb pns11 vdn? vbr av-dx n2 p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 99
1707 All the soul and mind they have is employ'd in seeking means to gratifie and please their Lusts; All the soul and mind they have is employed in seeking means to gratify and please their Lustiest; av-d dt n1 cc n1 pns32 vhb vbz vvd p-acp vvg n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 99
1708 and while those are satisfied, the men are content and quiet, be their actions what they will. and while those Are satisfied, the men Are content and quiet, be their actions what they will. cc cs d vbr vvn, dt n2 vbr j cc j-jn, vbb po32 n2 r-crq pns32 vmb. (7) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 99
1709 They feel no inward trouble, or disturbance from the greatest villanies: They can blaspheme the name of God by horrid Oaths every moment; They feel no inward trouble, or disturbance from the greatest villainies: They can Blaspheme the name of God by horrid Oaths every moment; pns32 vvb dx j n1, cc n1 p-acp dt js n2: pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2 d n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 99
1710 and debauch themselves by drunkenness, and vile sensuality every day, without the least remorse or sense that any thing is a-miss; and debauch themselves by Drunkenness, and vile sensuality every day, without the least remorse or sense that any thing is amiss; cc vvi px32 p-acp n1, cc j n1 d n1, p-acp dt ds n1 cc n1 cst d n1 vbz j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 99
1711 yea, they make sport of their Sin, Prov. 14. 9. and glory in their shame, Phil. 3. 19. They live undisturbedly in a course of hellish wickedness, yea, they make sport of their since, Curae 14. 9. and glory in their shame, Philip 3. 19. They live undisturbedly in a course of hellish wickedness, uh, pns32 vvb vvi pp-f po32 n1, np1 crd crd cc n1 p-acp po32 n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 99
1712 and die in the same, without any thought or apprehension of Sin, Death, or Judgement. They laugh and debauch themselves into a state past feeling, Ephes. 4. 19. and sear their Consciences as with an hot iron, 1 Tim. 4. 2. They are twice dead, plucked up by the roots, Jude 12. dead by nature to the spiritual Life; and die in the same, without any Thought or apprehension of since, Death, or Judgement. They laugh and debauch themselves into a state past feeling, Ephesians 4. 19. and sear their Consciences as with an hight iron, 1 Tim. 4. 2. They Are twice dead, plucked up by the roots, U^de 12. dead by nature to the spiritual Life; cc vvb p-acp dt d, p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1. pns32 vvb cc vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 j n-vvg, np1 crd crd cc vvb po32 n2 c-acp p-acp dt j n1, vvn np1 crd crd pns32 vbr av j, vvd a-acp p-acp dt n2, np1 crd j p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 99
1713 and now by these vile usages, dead to the moral also. And when they are come thus far, they are freed too, and now by these vile usages, dead to the moral also. And when they Are come thus Far, they Are freed too, cc av p-acp d j n2, j p-acp dt j av. cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvn av av-j, pns32 vbr vvn av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 323 Image 99
1714 3. From the Restraints of the Ministers of Gods Providence, the Holy Angels. 3. From the Restraints of the Ministers of God's Providence, the Holy Angels. crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, dt j n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 99
1715 They are Instruments in the distribution of mercies and judgements, by which God restrains sinners from their Lusts; They Are Instruments in the distribution of Mercies and Judgments, by which God restrains Sinners from their Lustiest; pns32 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz n2 p-acp po32 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 99
1716 Ministring spirits for our good, Heb. 1. 14. and are perhaps concern'd about us in more things than we imagine; Ministering spirits for our good, Hebrew 1. 14. and Are perhaps concerned about us in more things than we imagine; j-vvg n2 p-acp po12 j, np1 crd crd cc vbr av vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dc n2 cs pns12 vvb; (7) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 99
1717 throwing bars a-thwart the way where danger or temptation lies; throwing bars athwart the Way where danger or temptation lies; vvg n2 j dt n1 c-crq n1 cc n1 vvz; (7) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 99
1718 inwardly and secretly exciting good thoughts and desires, as Satan doth evil ones, and defending us, in many instances, from the power and subtilty of that enemy: inwardly and secretly exciting good thoughts and Desires, as Satan does evil ones, and defending us, in many instances, from the power and subtlety of that enemy: av-j cc av-jn j j n2 cc n2, c-acp np1 vdz av-jn pi2, cc vvg pno12, p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 99
1719 But the derider of Religion, who is forsaken of God and Conscience, is also left by These. And that there is such a dereliction of incurable sinners, we may see Jer. 51. 9. We would have healed Babylon; But the derider of Religion, who is forsaken of God and Conscience, is also left by These. And that there is such a dereliction of incurable Sinners, we may see Jer. 51. 9. We would have healed Babylon; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1 cc n1, vbz av vvn p-acp d. cc cst pc-acp vbz d dt n1 pp-f j n2, pns12 vmb vvi np1 crd crd pns12 vmd vhi vvn np1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 99
1720 but she is not healed, forsake her, and let her go. Spoken, as some of the learned Ancients suppose, by the Presidential Angels; but she is not healed, forsake her, and let her go. Spoken, as Some of the learned Ancients suppose, by the Presidential Angels; cc-acp pns31 vbz xx vvn, vvb pno31, cc vvb pno31 vvi. vvn, c-acp d pp-f dt j n2-j vvb, p-acp dt np1 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 99
1721 like the voice in the Temple, a little before the last destruction of it, Let us go hence. Thus Psal. 71. 9. the Septuagint reads — They that keep my soul take counsel together, saying, God hath forsaken him, let us persecute and take him, like the voice in the Temple, a little before the last destruction of it, Let us go hence. Thus Psalm 71. 9. the septuagint reads — They that keep my soul take counsel together, saying, God hath forsaken him, let us persecute and take him, av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f pn31, vvb pno12 vvi av. av np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz — pns32 cst vvb po11 n1 vvi n1 av, vvg, np1 vhz vvn pno31, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi pno31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 99
1722 for there is none to deliver him. The good Spirits depart from the incorrigible sinner, and leave him to the evil ones. for there is none to deliver him. The good Spirits depart from the incorrigible sinner, and leave him to the evil ones. c-acp pc-acp vbz pix pc-acp vvi pno31. dt j n2 vvb p-acp dt j n1, cc vvb pno31 p-acp dt j-jn pi2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 324 Image 99
1723 Thus of the first dreadful consequence of Scoffing at Religion; the Scoffers are given up to follow their Lusts without restraint. Another is, Thus of the First dreadful consequence of Scoffing At Religion; the Scoffers Are given up to follow their Lustiest without restraint. another is, av pp-f dt ord j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1; dt n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp vvb po32 vvz p-acp n1. j-jn vbz, (7) sermon (DIV1) 325 Image 99
1724 2. That they follow without power to leave or disobey them. They follow as Vassals and Slaves; yea they follow as a Beast that is led. 2. That they follow without power to leave or disobey them. They follow as Vassals and Slaves; yea they follow as a Beast that is led. crd d pns32 vvb p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. pns32 vvb p-acp n2 cc n2; uh pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 99
1725 Their wills are but the motions of their Lust; their Reasons, but the impure Phantasms and Imaginations that are raised by their Lusts; and their affections, but the various inclinations of their Lusts. So that what ever may be said of the liberty of less degenerate men, these have none. Their wills Are but the motions of their Lust; their Reasons, but the impure Phantasms and Imaginations that Are raised by their Lustiest; and their affections, but the various inclinations of their Lusts. So that what ever may be said of the liberty of less degenerate men, these have none. po32 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1; po32 n2, p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2; cc po32 n2, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 np1 av cst r-crq av vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f av-dc j n2, d vhb pix. (7) sermon (DIV1) 326 Image 99
1726 Our power consists in the aids of the Spirit of God, in the informations, convictions and reproofs of Conscience, Our power consists in the aids of the Spirit of God, in the informations, convictions and reproofs of Conscience, po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2, n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 327 Image 99
1727 and in the offices of kindness we receive from the Ministring Spirits: and in the Offices of kindness we receive from the Ministering Spirits: cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 pns12 vvb p-acp dt j-vvg n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 327 Image 99
1728 When these are gone, all our power is gone. So that those reprobate men are dead in sin, Eph. 2. 1. and Sold unto it, Rom. 7. 14. They are led into Captivity, by the Law of sin and death, Rom. 7. 23. They are slaves, and slaves to the worst of Tyrants, and the worst of slaves: even to him that is held in the chains of darkness, to the judgement of the great day. When these Are gone, all our power is gone. So that those Reprobate men Are dead in since, Ephesians 2. 1. and Sold unto it, Rom. 7. 14. They Are led into Captivity, by the Law of since and death, Rom. 7. 23. They Are slaves, and slaves to the worst of Tyrants, and the worst of slaves: even to him that is held in the chains of darkness, to the judgement of the great day. c-crq d vbr vvn, d po12 n1 vbz vvn. av cst d j-jn n2 vbr j p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cc vvn p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vbr n2, cc n2 p-acp dt js pp-f n2, cc dt js pp-f n2: av p-acp pno31 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 327 Image 99
1729 Being left of God and good Angels, the evil ones take possession of them; on which account they are truly Demoniacks, and those of the worst sort: Being left of God and good Angels, the evil ones take possession of them; on which account they Are truly Demoniacs, and those of the worst sort: vbg vvn pp-f np1 cc j n2, dt j-jn pi2 vvn n1 pp-f pno32; p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vbr av-j n2, cc d pp-f dt js n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 328 Image 99
1730 they are mov'd and acted by the Devil, as if they had no other Soul. And so, they Are moved and acted by the devil, as if they had no other Soul. And so, pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs pns32 vhd dx j-jn n1 cc av, (7) sermon (DIV1) 328 Image 99
1731 3. They follow their Lusts with none, or very little hope of Remedy. 3. They follow their Lustiest with none, or very little hope of Remedy. crd pns32 vvb po32 n2 p-acp pix, cc av j n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 329 Image 99
1732 The condition of the Scoffers (of some of them at least) is quite or very near desperate. This follows from what hath been said already; and we may consider further; The condition of the Scoffers (of Some of them At least) is quite or very near desperate. This follows from what hath been said already; and we may Consider further; dt n1 pp-f dt n2 (pp-f d pp-f pno32 p-acp ds) vbz av cc av av-j j. d vvz p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn av; cc pns12 vmb vvi av-jc; (7) sermon (DIV1) 329 Image 99
1733 1. That there is a day of Grace; a time in which there is ground for hope: 1. That there is a day of Grace; a time in which there is ground for hope: crd cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; dt n1 p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz n1 p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 330 Image 99
1734 when that is done, hope is at an end. when that is done, hope is At an end. c-crq d vbz vdn, vvb vbz p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 330 Image 99
1735 Now this day is the time, and possibility of repentance: When ever a sinner repents and turns, he shall be accepted and live: Now this day is the time, and possibility of Repentance: When ever a sinner repents and turns, he shall be accepted and live: av d n1 vbz dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1: c-crq av dt n1 vvz cc vvz, pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvi: (7) sermon (DIV1) 330 Image 99
1736 But men may out-live, and sin away the power and capacity of repentance; And then their Sun is set, their day is done. But men may outlive, and since away the power and capacity of Repentance; And then their Sun is Set, their day is done. cc-acp n2 vmb vvi, cc n1 av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; cc av po32 n1 vbz vvn, po32 n1 vbz vdn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 330 Image 99
1737 Now Repentance begins in Sense, and conviction of sin; but when a man is arriv'd at a state past feeling, he is incapable of that: the most powerful word, most terrible judgements, Now Repentance begins in Sense, and conviction of since; but when a man is arrived At a state past feeling, he is incapable of that: the most powerful word, most terrible Judgments, av n1 vvz p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; p-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 j n-vvg, pns31 vbz j pp-f cst: dt av-ds j n1, av-ds j n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 331 Image 99
1738 and most alluring mercies have no effect on such; the best Physick in the world will not work on a dead carkass; and most alluring Mercies have no Effect on such; the best Physic in the world will not work on a dead carcase; cc av-ds j-vvg n2 vhb dx n1 p-acp d; dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 331 Image 99
1739 the loudest voice will not rouze a Marble Statue; nor the most soveraign Salve, close up a cut in the stump of a Tree. the Loudest voice will not rouse a Marble Statue; nor the most sovereign Salve, close up a Cut in the stump of a Tree. dt js n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 n1; ccx dt av-ds j-jn n1, vvb a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 331 Image 99
1740 The summ is, When one is past the inward sense of Duty and danger, Sin and Misery, he is past Repentance, Grace, and Hope: And this very often is the condition of the Scoffer, who hath debauch'd and jested away all feeling of these Interests. The sum is, When one is past the inward sense of Duty and danger, since and Misery, he is passed Repentance, Grace, and Hope: And this very often is the condition of the Scoffer, who hath debauched and jested away all feeling of these Interests. dt n1 vbz, c-crq pi vbz j dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, pns31 vbz p-acp np1-n, n1, cc vvb: cc d av av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhz vvn cc vvn av d vvg pp-f d n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 332 Image 99
1741 Yea (2.) there is great cause to think that he commits the Sin against the Holy Ghost (or a sin that is very near it) For that consists in the Disbelief and contempt of the great and last Testimony that was given by the Spirit, to the truth of Christianity: Yea (2.) there is great cause to think that he commits the since against the Holy Ghost (or a since that is very near it) For that consists in the Disbelief and contempt of the great and last Testimony that was given by the Spirit, to the truth of Christianity: uh (crd) a-acp vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 (cc dt n1 cst vbz av av-j pn31) c-acp cst vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j cc ord n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 333 Image 99
1742 And that I may not seem to speak this without ground, let us look into the place where the first and fullest account of this sin is. And that I may not seem to speak this without ground, let us look into the place where the First and Fullest account of this since is. cc cst pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt ord cc js n1 pp-f d n1 vbz. (7) sermon (DIV1) 333 Image 99
1743 We have it Matth. 12. Our Saviour had cur'd one that was possest, ver. 22. The people marvell'd, We have it Matthew 12. Our Saviour had cured one that was possessed, ver. 22. The people marveled, pns12 vhb pn31 np1 crd po12 n1 vhd vvn pi cst vbds vvn, fw-la. crd dt n1 vvd, (7) sermon (DIV1) 334 Image 99
1744 and were inclin'd to believe upon it, ver. 23. But the Pharisees revil'd, saying, that he cast out Devils by Belzebub, ver. and were inclined to believe upon it, ver. 23. But the Pharisees reviled, saying, that he cast out Devils by Belzebub, ver. cc vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, fw-la. crd p-acp dt np2 vvd, vvg, cst pns31 vvn av n2 p-acp np1, fw-la. (7) sermon (DIV1) 334 Image 99
1745 24. Christ shews the absurdity and falshood of their suggestion, arguing that then Satan would be divided against himself, and his Kingdom, so divided, could not stand, ver. 25, 26. 24. christ shows the absurdity and falsehood of their suggestion, arguing that then Satan would be divided against himself, and his Kingdom, so divided, could not stand, ver. 25, 26. crd np1 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvg cst cs np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp px31, cc po31 n1, av vvn, vmd xx vvi, fw-la. crd, crd (7) sermon (DIV1) 334 Image 99
1746 And having reason'd against that malicious account of his Miracle, he infers from the contrary, and true way of his performing it, ver. 28. If I by the Spirit of God, cast out Devils, And having reasoned against that malicious account of his Miracle, he infers from the contrary, and true Way of his performing it, ver. 28. If I by the Spirit of God, cast out Devils, cc vhg vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn, cc j n1 pp-f po31 vvg pn31, fw-la. crd cs pns11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd av n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 335 Image 99
1747 then is the Kingdom of God come unto you, viz. then I, that have done this, am the Messias: then is the Kingdom of God come unto you, viz. then I, that have done this, am the Messias: av vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp pn22, n1 cs pns11, cst vhb vdn d, vbm dt np1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 335 Image 99
1748 And he concludes by a serious application to them to shew the sad consequence of such bold, And he concludes by a serious application to them to show the sad consequence of such bold, cc pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 335 Image 99
1749 and impious suggestions, 31. Wherefore I say unto you, All manner of sin, and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men: and impious suggestions, 31. Wherefore I say unto you, All manner of since, and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men: cc j n2, crd c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 335 Image 99
1750 but the blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men. but the blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men. cc-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 335 Image 99
1751 Where by Blasphemy against the Holy Ghost must be understood, according to the context, That of imputing the operation of the Spirit in Miracles to the Devil, which is therefore so hainous, because it is an expression of the greatest contempt of it, Where by Blasphemy against the Holy Ghost must be understood, according to the context, That of imputing the operation of the Spirit in Miracles to the devil, which is Therefore so heinous, Because it is an expression of the greatest contempt of it, c-crq p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn, vvg p-acp dt n1, cst pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz av av j, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 pp-f pn31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 99
1752 and a bar against the being perswaded by it. Now to apply this; and a bar against the being persuaded by it. Now to apply this; cc dt n1 p-acp dt vbg vvn p-acp pn31. av pc-acp vvi d; (7) sermon (DIV1) 336 Image 99
1753 Though the Scoffer doth not impute the Spirits Testimony in Miracles to the Devil; yet that is not because he hath a greater esteem of the operations of the Spirit; Though the Scoffer does not impute the Spirits Testimony in Miracles to the devil; yet that is not Because he hath a greater esteem of the operations of the Spirit; cs dt n1 vdz xx vvi dt n2 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1; av cst vbz xx c-acp pns31 vhz dt jc vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 337 Image 99
1754 but because he hath less belief of the existence of Devils. but Because he hath less belief of the existence of Devils. cc-acp c-acp pns31 vhz dc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 337 Image 99
1755 Yea, he will not allow so much as the Pharisees did, That any such things were done; Yea, he will not allow so much as the Pharisees did, That any such things were done; uh, pns31 vmb xx vvi av av-d c-acp dt np2 vdd, cst d d n2 vbdr vdn; (7) sermon (DIV1) 337 Image 99
1756 but supposeth all to have been Impostures and delusions in the Author, or cunningly devised Fables in the Relators, which is a contempt put upon the operations of the Holy Spirit, equal to that of ascribing them to the Devil, and doth as effectually and incurably strike up the Grounds of Faith, but Supposeth all to have been Impostors and delusions in the Author, or cunningly devised Fables in the Relators, which is a contempt put upon the operations of the Holy Spirit, equal to that of ascribing them to the devil, and does as effectually and incurably strike up the Grounds of Faith, p-acp vvz d pc-acp vhi vbn n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, cc av-jn vvn n2 p-acp dt n2, r-crq vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, j-jn p-acp d pp-f vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc vdz p-acp av-j cc av-j vvb a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 337 Image 99
1757 as that. So that in substance, the sin of the Scoffers is the same with that described in the Text, as that. So that in substance, the since of the Scoffers is the same with that described in the Text, c-acp d. av cst p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz dt d p-acp cst vvd p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 337 Image 99
1758 though differing in circumstance and form. Yea, 'tis the sin with aggravation; since they do not barely speak against the Holy Ghost, and his operations, but deride them: though differing in circumstance and from. Yea, it's the sin with aggravation; since they do not barely speak against the Holy Ghost, and his operations, but deride them: c-acp vvg p-acp n1 cc n1. uh, pn31|vbz dt vvb p-acp n1; c-acp pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc po31 n2, cc-acp vvi pno32: (7) sermon (DIV1) 337 Image 99
1759 an expression of the greatest contempt possible. an expression of the greatest contempt possible. dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 337 Image 99
1760 And when men are come thus far, to despise the great Testimony of the Spirit and ground of Faith, And when men Are come thus Far, to despise the great Testimony of the Spirit and ground of Faith, cc c-crq n2 vbr vvn av av-j, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 338 Image 99
1761 after it hath been sufficiently propounded to them, and entertain'd by them, in favour of their Lusts; After it hath been sufficiently propounded to them, and entertained by them, in favour of their Lustiest; c-acp pn31 vhz vbn av-j vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 338 Image 99
1762 we have cause to think their Infidelity is incurable, and consequently, unpardonable. For so the Apostle hath declar'd plainly, Heb. 6. 4, 5, 6. For it is impossible for those who were once enlightened, and have tasted of the heavenly Gift, and were made partakers of the Holy Ghost, viz. in Baptism, we have cause to think their Infidelity is incurable, and consequently, unpardonable. For so the Apostle hath declared plainly, Hebrew 6. 4, 5, 6. For it is impossible for those who were once enlightened, and have tasted of the heavenly Gift, and were made partakers of the Holy Ghost, viz. in Baptism, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 vbz j, cc av-j, j. c-acp av dt n1 vhz vvd av-j, np1 crd crd, crd, crd p-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp d r-crq vbdr a-acp vvn, cc vhb vvn pp-f dt j n1, cc vbdr vvn n2 pp-f dt j n1, n1 p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 338 Image 99
1763 and have tasted the good Word of God, and the powers of the World to come; and have tasted the good Word of God, and the Powers of the World to come; cc vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) sermon (DIV1) 338 Image 99
1764 (all which are expressions of the visibly owning Christianity, and partaking in the duties and priviledges of it) if they shall fall away, to renew them again to repentance. (all which Are expressions of the visibly owning Christianity, and partaking in the duties and privileges of it) if they shall fallen away, to renew them again to Repentance. (d r-crq vbr n2 pp-f dt av-j vvg np1, cc vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31) cs pns32 vmb vvi av, pc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 338 Image 99
1765 And they that are arriv'd at the impudent height of deriding all this, are faln away with a witness; And they that Are arrived At the impudent height of deriding all this, Are fallen away with a witness; cc pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg d d, vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 338 Image 99
1766 and therefore, I think, we may conclude safely from the Doctrine of the Apostle, that they are incurable and unpardonable; and from this, and the discourse before, that 'tis sadly probable, they have committed the sin against the Holy Ghost. and Therefore, I think, we may conclude safely from the Doctrine of the Apostle, that they Are incurable and unpardonable; and from this, and the discourse before, that it's sadly probable, they have committed the since against the Holy Ghost. cc av, pns11 vvb, pns12 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vbr j cc j; cc p-acp d, cc dt n1 a-acp, cst pn31|vbz av-j j, pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 338 Image 99
1767 This 'tis like may seem very severe Doctrine, but I cannot help that: if it be true, I am not to be blam'd for the severity of it. This it's like may seem very severe Doctrine, but I cannot help that: if it be true, I am not to be blamed for the severity of it. d pn31|vbz j vmb vvi j j n1, cc-acp pns11 vmbx vvi cst: cs pn31 vbb j, pns11 vbm xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 339 Image 99
1768 And I'me sure the Book of Homilies declares more positively in the case, than I have done: And I'm sure the Book of Homilies declares more positively in the case, than I have done: cc pns11|vbm j dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1, cs pns11 vhb vdn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 340 Image 99
1769 For speaking in the Tenth Homily, of the Scorners of Godliness and Religion, who are there describ'd; the Author saith of them, [ I think I may without danger of Gods judgement pronounce, that never any yet were converted unto God by Repentance, For speaking in the Tenth Homily, of the Scorner's of Godliness and Religion, who Are there described; the Author Says of them, [ I think I may without danger of God's judgement pronounce, that never any yet were converted unto God by Repentance, c-acp vvg p-acp dt ord n1, pp-f dt ng1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr a-acp vvn; dt n1 vvz pp-f pno32, [ pns11 vvb pns11 vmb p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvi, cst av-x d av vbdr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 340 Image 99
1770 but continued still in their abominable wickedness, heaping up to themselves Damnation against the day of Gods inevitable Judgement. ] but continued still in their abominable wickedness, heaping up to themselves Damnation against the day of God's inevitable Judgement. ] cc-acp vvd av p-acp po32 j n1, vvg a-acp p-acp px32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1. ] (7) sermon (DIV1) 340 Image 99
1771 I Come now, IV. to the APPLICATION; I Come now, IV. to the APPLICATION; pns11 vvb av, np1 p-acp dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 341 Image 99
1772 which shall be (1.) Earnestly to Dehort all that have the least sense of vertue, which shall be (1.) Earnestly to Dehort all that have the least sense of virtue, r-crq vmb vbi (crd) av-j p-acp j d cst vhb dt ds n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 341 Image 99
1773 or reason, from Scoffing at Religion; or at men for making profession of it. or reason, from Scoffing At Religion; or At men for making profession of it. cc n1, p-acp vvg p-acp n1; cc p-acp n2 p-acp vvg n1 pp-f pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 341 Image 99
1774 And then, (2.) I shall conclude with some very brief Directions and Rules of caution, to secure us from the danger of this Sin. And then, (2.) I shall conclude with Some very brief Directions and Rules of caution, to secure us from the danger of this Sin. cc av, (crd) pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d j j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d np1 (7) sermon (DIV1) 341 Image 99
1775 Concerning the first, I consider that the Scoffers, with whom I am further to treat, are of two sorts, 1. The desperate; who have debauch'd themselves into down-right Infidelity: And 2. the Fashionable ones, (as I crave leave, Concerning the First, I Consider that the Scoffers, with whom I am further to Treat, Are of two sorts, 1. The desperate; who have debauched themselves into downright Infidelity: And 2. the Fashionable ones, (as I crave leave, vvg dt ord, pns11 vvb cst dt n2, p-acp ro-crq pns11 vbm jc pc-acp vvi, vbr pp-f crd n2, crd dt j; r-crq vhb vvn px32 p-acp j n1: cc crd dt j pi2, (c-acp pns11 vvb vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 342 Image 99
1776 for distinction, to call them) who do not Scoff at Religion out of enmity or malice, but out of modishness and compliance; and it may be, out of design to be accounted Wits for so doing. for distinction, to call them) who do not Scoff At Religion out of enmity or malice, but out of modishness and compliance; and it may be, out of Design to be accounted Wits for so doing. p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno32) r-crq vdb xx n1 p-acp n1 av pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp av pp-f n1 cc n1; cc pn31 vmb vbi, av pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn n2 p-acp av vdg. (7) sermon (DIV1) 342 Image 99
1777 I shall deal First, with the former sort; I shall deal First, with the former sort; pns11 vmb vvi ord, p-acp dt j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 343 Image 99
1778 and in treating with them, shall use none of the acknowledgments of Religion; but from plain unassisted reason, shall shew the extreme vanity and madness of their practice: and in treating with them, shall use none of the acknowledgments of Religion; but from plain unassisted reason, shall show the extreme vanity and madness of their practice: cc p-acp vvg p-acp pno32, vmb vvi pix pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1; p-acp p-acp j vvn n1, vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 343 Image 99
1779 And I would entreat them to think of the following things. And I would entreat them to think of the following things. cc pns11 vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j-vvg n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 343 Image 99
1780 (2.) Be Religion True (as we know) or false (as they vainly imagine) their Scoffing at it is exceedingly absurd. Every Faculty is to be applyed to its proper object: (2.) Be Religion True (as we know) or false (as they vainly imagine) their Scoffing At it is exceedingly absurd. Every Faculty is to be applied to its proper Object: (crd) vbb n1 j (c-acp pns12 vvb) cc j (c-acp pns32 av-j vvb) po32 vvg p-acp pn31 vbz av-vvg j. d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp po31 j n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 99
1781 to employ and of them about others that belong not to them is foolish and unnatural. Now God hath bestowed upon us Reason, and understanding to judge and discourse about things that are serious; and the Faculty of laughter and derision to be exercised upon things that are vain: to employ and of them about Others that belong not to them is foolish and unnatural. Now God hath bestowed upon us Reason, and understanding to judge and discourse about things that Are serious; and the Faculty of laughter and derision to be exercised upon things that Are vain: pc-acp vvi cc pp-f pno32 p-acp ng2-jn cst vvb xx p-acp pno32 vbz j cc j. av np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 n1, cc n1 p-acp vvb cc n1 p-acp n2 cst vbr j; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 cst vbr j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 99
1782 to employ the former, and discourse gravely about ludicrous, trifling matters is ridiculous: And 'tis equally absurd to be sportive about affairs that are serious. to employ the former, and discourse gravely about ludicrous, trifling matters is ridiculous: And it's equally absurd to be sportive about affairs that Are serious. pc-acp vvi dt j, cc n1 av-j p-acp j, vvg n2 vbz j: cc pn31|vbz av-j j pc-acp vbi j p-acp n2 cst vbr j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 344 Image 99
1783 Now; whether Religion be true or not, 'tis a serious thing: Now; whither Religion be true or not, it's a serious thing: av; cs n1 vbb j cc xx, pn31|vbz dt j n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 99
1784 If true, the greatest Interests of this world and another, are included and concerned in it. If true, the greatest Interests of this world and Another, Are included and concerned in it. cs j, dt js n2 pp-f d n1 cc j-jn, vbr vvd cc vvd p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 99
1785 Or if it be otherwise, it must yet be granted, that it hath much agreeableness with the Reasons, and most serious Faculties of Mankind; Or if it be otherwise, it must yet be granted, that it hath much agreeableness with the Reasons, and most serious Faculties of Mankind; cc cs pn31 vbb av, pn31 vmb av vbi vvn, cst pn31 vhz d n1 p-acp dt n2, cc ds j n2 pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 99
1786 and our greatest and most important concerns in this Life, viz. the main affairs of the Government of the World are bound up with it, and have relation to it: and our greatest and most important concerns in this Life, viz. the main affairs of the Government of the World Are bound up with it, and have Relation to it: cc po12 js cc av-ds j vvz p-acp d n1, n1 dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp pn31, cc vhb n1 p-acp pn31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 99
1787 So that whether true or false, it is no matter of sport, but subject for our most serious considerations and discourses. So that whither true or false, it is no matter of sport, but Subject for our most serious considerations and discourses. av cst cs j cc j, pn31 vbz dx n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n-jn p-acp po12 av-ds j n2 cc n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 99
1788 And from this last hint about Government, I mind the Scoffer, And from this last hint about Government, I mind the Scoffer, cc p-acp d ord n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vvb dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 345 Image 99
1789 2. That his practice tends to the dissolution of humane Society, and the turning of mankind into the condition of wild nature: And if it should succeed, 2. That his practice tends to the dissolution of humane Society, and the turning of mankind into the condition of wild nature: And if it should succeed, crd d po31 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1: cc cs pn31 vmd vvi, (7) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 99
1790 and prevail generally, upon any whole people, it would make them more barbarous than any Nation in the world ever yet was. and prevail generally, upon any Whole people, it would make them more barbarous than any nation in the world ever yet was. cc vvi av-j, p-acp d j-jn n1, pn31 vmd vvi pno32 av-dc j cs d n1 p-acp dt n1 av av vbds. (7) sermon (DIV1) 346 Image 99
1791 For be Religion what it will, Government hath Strength, Security, and Reverence from it. For be Religion what it will, Government hath Strength, Security, and reverence from it. p-acp vbb n1 r-crq pn31 vmb, n1 vhz n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 347 Image 99
1792 Take this off, and the fears of it, and no Laws can be put in execution (and without this, Government is a meer name, Take this off, and the fears of it, and no Laws can be put in execution (and without this, Government is a mere name, vvb d a-acp, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31, cc dx n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 (cc p-acp d, n1 vbz dt j n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 347 Image 99
1793 and nothing) For there can be no assurance of the truth of fact, where there is no restraint from Religion upon Lying, and false witness: and nothing) For there can be no assurance of the truth of fact, where there is no restraint from Religion upon Lying, and false witness: cc pix) c-acp a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1 p-acp vvg, cc j n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 347 Image 99
1794 and suppose but this, that there is no reckoning or account hereafter; and suppose but this, that there is no reckoning or account hereafter; cc vvb p-acp d, cst pc-acp vbz dx n-vvg cc vvb av; (7) sermon (DIV1) 347 Image 99
1795 every man may say, and testifie, what is for the advantage of his Lusts (for no humane Laws can reach him) and then Laws will be useless, or hurtful; and all Government will quickly be at an end. every man may say, and testify, what is for the advantage of his Lustiest (for no humane Laws can reach him) and then Laws will be useless, or hurtful; and all Government will quickly be At an end. d n1 vmb vvi, cc vvi, q-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 (c-acp dx j n2 vmb vvi pno31) cc av n2 vmb vbi j, cc j; cc d n1 vmb av-j vbi p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 347 Image 99
1796 For though, as things are under the acknowledgements of Religion, there is much lying, falsewitness, and injustice in the world; For though, as things Are under the acknowledgements of Religion, there is much lying, falsewitness, and injustice in the world; p-acp cs, c-acp n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz d vvg, n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 347 Image 99
1797 yet let all the Restraints of Conscience and Religion be removed, and things will be incomparably worse: yet let all the Restraints of Conscience and Religion be removed, and things will be incomparably Worse: av vvb d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbb vvn, cc n2 vmb vbi av-j av-jc: (7) sermon (DIV1) 347 Image 99
1798 No mans Life or property will be safe; No men Life or property will be safe; uh-dx ng1 n1 cc n1 vmb vbi j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 347 Image 99
1799 mankind would worry and prey upon one another, and we should ere long fall a-sunder into a condition of dissolution and wildness. So that the Scoffers at Religion are declared enemies of humane Nature, and strive to turn us out into the state of Savages and Cannibals. mankind would worry and prey upon one Another, and we should ere long fallen asunder into a condition of dissolution and wildness. So that the Scoffers At Religion Are declared enemies of humane Nature, and strive to turn us out into the state of Savages and Cannibals. n1 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp crd j-jn, cc pns12 vmd p-acp av-j vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. av cst dt n2 p-acp n1 vbr vvn n2 pp-f j n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn cc n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 347 Image 99
1800 3. The humour is exceedingly rude and uncivil. 'Tis ill manners to flout and deride what is esteemed by our Betters; especially, 3. The humour is exceedingly rude and Uncivil. It's ill manners to flout and deride what is esteemed by our Betters; especially, crd dt n1 vbz av-vvg j cc j. pn31|vbz j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po12 n2-j; av-j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 348 Image 99
1801 if that esteem be in the highest degree of veneration. Now Religion hath publick acknowledgements of greatest respects from all Ages, and all Nations; if that esteem be in the highest degree of veneration. Now Religion hath public acknowledgements of greatest respects from all Ages, and all nations; cs cst vvb vbb p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1. av n1 vhz j n2 pp-f js n2 p-acp d n2, cc d n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 348 Image 99
1802 from the Princes and the people; from the Mighty, and the Learned; from the best, and the most; from the Princes and the people; from the Mighty, and the Learned; from the best, and the most; p-acp dt n2 cc dt n1; p-acp dt j, cc dt j; p-acp dt js, cc dt av-ds; (7) sermon (DIV1) 348 Image 99
1803 from the deepest Inquirers, and acutest Discerners: from the Deepest Inquirers, and acutest Discerners: p-acp dt js-jn n2, cc vv2 n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 348 Image 99
1804 So that to Scoff at Religion, as if it were ridiculous and contemptible, is rudely to affront all these, and to publish them for a pack of fools and madmen. So that to Scoff At Religion, as if it were ridiculous and contemptible, is rudely to affront all these, and to publish them for a pack of Fools and madmen. av cst p-acp vvb p-acp n1, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr j cc j, vbz av-j p-acp vvb d d, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 348 Image 99
1805 'Tis to make Fopps of all our Forefathers, and Idiots of the Founders of our Laws, and Government. 'Tis to defie every man we meet (except the Atheist and the Scoffer) and to proclaim all mankind besides, to be a set of simpletons and superstitious Sneaks. It's to make Fops of all our Forefathers, and Idiots of the Founders of our Laws, and Government. It's to defy every man we meet (except the Atheist and the Scoffer) and to proclaim all mankind beside, to be a Set of simpletons and superstitious Sneaks. pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f d po12 n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, cc n1. pn31|vbz p-acp vvb d n1 pns12 vvb (c-acp dt n1 cc dt n1) cc pc-acp vvi d n1 a-acp, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n2 cc j uh. (7) sermon (DIV1) 348 Image 99
1806 Let such men quit all pretences to civility and breeding, they are ruder than Toryes, and wild Americans; and were they treated according to their deserts from mankind, they would meet every where with Chains and Strappadoes. Let such men quit all pretences to civility and breeding, they Are Ruder than Tories, and wild Americans; and were they treated according to their deserts from mankind, they would meet every where with Chains and Strappadoes. vvb d n2 vvb d n2 p-acp n1 cc vvg, pns32 vbr jc cs n2, cc j np1; cc vbdr pns32 vvd vvg p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1, pns32 vmd vvi d c-crq p-acp n2 cc n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 349 Image 99
1807 4. To Scoff Religion, is ridiculously proud and immodest: And the scorner supposeth, that he sees more with one twinkle of his eye, 4. To Scoff Religion, is ridiculously proud and immodest: And the scorner Supposeth, that he sees more with one twinkle of his eye, crd p-acp vvb n1, vbz av-j j cc j: cc dt n1 vvz, cst pns31 vvz av-dc p-acp crd n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 350 Image 99
1808 than the wisest, most learned, and most considering part of mankind have seen in all their most serious and laborious observations. than the Wisest, most learned, and most considering part of mankind have seen in all their most serious and laborious observations. cs dt js, ds j, cc av-ds vvg n1 pp-f n1 vhb vvn p-acp d po32 av-ds j cc j n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 350 Image 99
1809 Certainly if Religion be a deceit, it is not so thin and transparent a one, Certainly if Religion be a deceit, it is not so thin and transparent a one, av-j cs n1 vbb dt n1, pn31 vbz xx av j cc j dt crd, (7) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 99
1810 as to be presently looked through by every whiffler, and swilling Buffoon. If it is an Imposture, 'tis such a one, as to be presently looked through by every Whiffler, and swilling Buffoon. If it is an Imposture, it's such a one, c-acp pc-acp vbi av-j vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, cc vvg n1. cs pn31 vbz dt n1, pn31|vbz d dt crd, (7) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 99
1811 as hath impos'd upon the wisdom of all Ages; upon all the old World, and upon the greatest part of the present: as hath imposed upon the Wisdom of all Ages; upon all the old World, and upon the greatest part of the present: c-acp vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2; p-acp d dt j n1, cc p-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 99
1812 And be it what it will, it hath made it self very plausible by the helps of reason, and Arts of Learning; And be it what it will, it hath made it self very plausible by the helps of reason, and Arts of Learning; cc vbi pn31 q-crq pn31 vmb, pn31 vhz vvn pn31 n1 av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 99
1813 and it would be very Strange, if after all, it should be detected and made so naked by every one that can laugh, and break a Jest. and it would be very Strange, if After all, it should be detected and made so naked by every one that can laugh, and break a Jest. cc pn31 vmd vbi j j, cs p-acp d, pn31 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn av j p-acp d pi cst vmb vvi, cc vvi dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 99
1814 It would be wonderful if the Mystery hid from Ages, the Grand cheat of Religion, should at last be found out by Raileurs, and Songsters: That it should so long have been conceal'd from the wise and prudent in all their disquisitions and reasonings, It would be wondered if the Mystery hid from Ages, the Grand cheat of Religion, should At last be found out by Raileurs, and Songsters: That it should so long have been concealed from the wise and prudent in all their disquisitions and reasonings, pn31 vmd vbi j cs dt n1 vvn p-acp n2, dt j n1 pp-f n1, vmd p-acp ord vbi vvn av p-acp np1, cc n2: cst pn31 vmd av av-j vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt j cc j p-acp d po32 n2 cc n2-vvg, (7) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 99
1815 and be reveal'd at last to Debauchees and Jesters, amid the wild inspirations of Wine and Ale. and be revealed At last to Debauchees and Jesters, amid the wild inspirations of Wine and Ale. cc vbi vvn p-acp ord p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 351 Image 99
1816 Suppose the worst; and let Religion be as false and as ridiculous as can be imagin'd: Suppose the worst; and let Religion be as false and as ridiculous as can be imagined: vvb dt js; cc vvb n1 vbi c-acp j cc c-acp j c-acp vmb vbi vvn: (7) sermon (DIV1) 352 Image 99
1817 the Scoffers that deride it, are impudent to pretend that They have found it out. the Scoffers that deride it, Are impudent to pretend that They have found it out. dt n2 cst vvi pn31, vbr j pc-acp vvi d pns32 vhb vvn pn31 av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 352 Image 99
1818 They find the folly and falshood of Religion! Let them find new Fashions, or new Oaths (things suitable to their genius and capacities) But for shame let not them talk of discoveries about Religion. They find the folly and falsehood of Religion! Let them find new Fashions, or new Oaths (things suitable to their genius and capacities) But for shame let not them talk of discoveries about Religion. pns32 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1! vvb pno32 vvi j n2, cc j n2 (n2 j p-acp po32 n1 cc n2) cc-acp p-acp n1 vvb xx pno32 vvi pp-f n2 p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 352 Image 99
1819 Or if they must be medling here, let them first learn their Catechisms, and know what Religion is: And when they understand what they Scoff at, let them Scoff on if they can. Or if they must be meddling Here, let them First Learn their Catechisms, and know what Religion is: And when they understand what they Scoff At, let them Scoff on if they can. cc cs pns32 vmb vbi vvg av, vvb pno32 ord vvb po32 n2, cc vvb r-crq n1 vbz: cc c-crq pns32 vvb r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp, vvb pno32 vvb p-acp cs pns32 vmb. (7) sermon (DIV1) 352 Image 99
1820 5. To deride Religion, is a dangerous and unsafe practice. 5. To deride Religion, is a dangerous and unsafe practice. crd p-acp vvi n1, vbz dt j cc j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 99
1821 For the Scoffer is not sure that he is wiser than all mankind, that hath reverence for it. For the Scoffer is not sure that he is Wiser than all mankind, that hath Reverence for it. p-acp dt n1 vbz xx j cst pns31 vbz jc cs d n1, cst vhz n1 p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 99
1822 He hath no demonstration to prove Religion false and ridiculous: Nor is he absolutely certain, that there is no Immortality or future judgement. So that, suppose it should prove true, at last, that there will be a general day of account; and men shall be summon'd by Christ Jesus to be judg'd according to his Gospel, He hath no demonstration to prove Religion false and ridiculous: Nor is he absolutely certain, that there is no Immortality or future judgement. So that, suppose it should prove true, At last, that there will be a general day of account; and men shall be summoned by christ jesus to be judged according to his Gospel, pns31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi n1 j cc j: ccx vbz pns31 av-j j, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc j-jn n1. av cst, vvb pn31 vmd vvi j, p-acp ord, cst a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1; cc n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vbi vvn vvg p-acp po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 99
1823 for a state of eternal happiness, or woe; for a state of Eternal happiness, or woe; p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 99
1824 what is the case of the Scoffer then? yea what will it be at that day? will his mirth hold when the Judge shall appear? or will his Wit recreate and support him when he shall be call'd to the Bar? will he have any heart to droll when the Sentence is past? or will he applaud himself in having made Hell his sport, when he feels it? will he shew himself good company among the Devils and his Angels; what is the case of the Scoffer then? yea what will it be At that day? will his mirth hold when the Judge shall appear? or will his Wit recreate and support him when he shall be called to the Bar? will he have any heart to droll when the Sentence is passed? or will he applaud himself in having made Hell his sport, when he feels it? will he show himself good company among the Devils and his Angels; q-crq vbz dt vvb pp-f dt n1 av? uh q-crq vmb pn31 vbb p-acp d n1? vmb po31 n1 vvb c-crq dt vvb vmb vvi? cc vmb po31 n1 vvi cc vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt vvb? vmb pns31 vhi d n1 p-acp uh c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn? cc vmb pns31 vvi px31 p-acp vhg vvn n1 po31 vvi, c-crq pns31 vvz pn31? vmb pns31 vvi px31 j n1 p-acp dt n2 cc po31 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 99
1825 or make pastime of Heaven and Religion, amid the flames of Brimstone? or make pastime of Heaven and Religion, amid the flames of Brimstone? cc vvb n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? (7) sermon (DIV1) 353 Image 99
1826 I say, 'tis possible (at least) that what we have heard of a day of Judgement, and a future state of Heaven and Hell, Angels and Devils, may be real; And if it be, the Scoffer is undone, to Eternity undone. I say, it's possible (At least) that what we have herd of a day of Judgement, and a future state of Heaven and Hell, Angels and Devils, may be real; And if it be, the Scoffer is undone, to Eternity undone. pns11 vvb, pn31|vbz j (p-acp ds) cst r-crq pns12 vhb vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, n2 cc n2, vmb vbi j; cc cs pn31 vbb, dt n1 vbz vvn, p-acp n1 vvn. (7) sermon (DIV1) 354 Image 99
1827 So that he is extreamly a fool, to venture so great a stake, as the life and happiness of his Soul for evermore, upon a confidence that may deceive him; So that he is extremely a fool, to venture so great a stake, as the life and happiness of his Soul for evermore, upon a confidence that may deceive him; av cst pns31 vbz av-jn dt n1, pc-acp vvi av j dt n1, c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 c-acp av, p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vvi pno31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 354 Image 99
1828 yea he doth it upon a presumption that hath not as much as any good probabilities to incourage it. yea he does it upon a presumption that hath not as much as any good probabilities to encourage it. uh pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp dt n1 cst vhz xx p-acp d c-acp d j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 354 Image 99
1829 For if Religion be not certain, yet most of the appearances lie that way; and no wise man would hazard his soul against such shews of truth: For if Religion be not certain, yet most of the appearances lie that Way; and no wise man would hazard his soul against such shows of truth: p-acp cs n1 vbb xx j, av av-ds pp-f dt n2 vvb cst n1; cc dx j n1 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp d vvz pp-f n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 354 Image 99
1830 especially, when the gain for which he runs the risque, must needs be very little; and the loss will be infinite and irreparable. If Religion proves false, the Scoffer gains the satisfaction of a little merriment and sport; especially, when the gain for which he runs the risk, must needs be very little; and the loss will be infinite and irreparable. If Religion Proves false, the Scoffer gains the satisfaction of a little merriment and sport; av-j, c-crq dt vvb p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz dt n1, vmb av vbi j j; cc dt n1 vmb vbi j cc j. cs n1 vvz j, dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 354 Image 99
1831 and it may be, of being taken for a Wit among his companions; and it may be, of being taken for a Wit among his Sodales; cc pn31 vmb vbi, pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 354 Image 99
1832 But if it be true, he loseth the vision and enjoyment of God, and the eternal happiness and perfection of his soul, he falls under the vengeance of the most High, and into the power of Devils; under the stings of Conscience, and into the pains of Hell. But if it be true, he loses the vision and enjoyment of God, and the Eternal happiness and perfection of his soul, he falls under the vengeance of the most High, and into the power of Devils; under the stings of Conscience, and into the pains of Hell. cc-acp cs pn31 vbb j, pns31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 354 Image 99
1833 Now what man in his wits, would run the venture of such fatal losses and miseries, Now what man in his wits, would run the venture of such fatal losses and misery's, av r-crq n1 p-acp po31 n2, vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d j ng2 cc n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 355 Image 99
1834 for such trivial Nothings of advantage? He were mad, that would stake his Estate and Life to get a pin or a feather, in a case wherein he could have no assurance; and he were more so, that would do it, for such trivial Nothings of advantage? He were mad, that would stake his Estate and Life to get a pin or a feather, in a case wherein he could have no assurance; and he were more so, that would do it, p-acp d j pi2x pp-f n1? pns31 vbdr j, cst vmd vvi po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vhi dx n1; cc pns31 vbdr dc av, cst vmd vdi pn31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 355 Image 99
1835 when there was odds against him. when there was odds against him. c-crq pc-acp vbds n2 p-acp pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 355 Image 99
1836 If there were ten thousand probabilities on the part of Infidelity (without certainty ) no wise man would lay all his Interests upon it, If there were ten thousand probabilities on the part of Infidelity (without certainty) no wise man would lay all his Interests upon it, cs pc-acp vbdr crd crd n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (p-acp n1) uh-dx j n1 vmd vvi d po31 n2 p-acp pn31, (7) sermon (DIV1) 355 Image 99
1837 when no more could be got by it, than the pleasure of a little laughing: when no more could be god by it, than the pleasure of a little laughing: c-crq dx dc vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cs dt n1 pp-f dt j n-vvg: (7) sermon (DIV1) 355 Image 99
1838 But to do it when so many appearances (if they are no more) lie on the other side, is Bedlam madness. But to do it when so many appearances (if they Are no more) lie on the other side, is Bedlam madness. cc-acp p-acp vdb pn31 c-crq av d n2 (cs pns32 vbr av-dx av-dc) vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1, vbz n1 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 355 Image 99
1839 I have thus represented to the desperate Scoffer, whose Lusts have made him seriously believe, that Religion is contemptible; that the practice of Scoffing at it, (be it what it will) is very absurd and dangerous. I have thus represented to the desperate Scoffer, whose Lustiest have made him seriously believe, that Religion is contemptible; that the practice of Scoffing At it, (be it what it will) is very absurd and dangerous. pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp dt j n1, rg-crq n2 vhb vvn pno31 av-j vvi, cst n1 vbz j; cst dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pn31, (vbb pn31 q-crq pn31 vmb) vbz j j cc j. (7) sermon (DIV1) 356 Image 99
1840 But there is yet another sort of Scoffers to be treated with, who are not yet come so far, as to believe that Religion is a Fable, and yet Scoff at the profession of it out of modishness, and an humour of imitation. They do not in their hearts deny Religion, But there is yet Another sort of Scoffers to be treated with, who Are not yet come so Far, as to believe that Religion is a Fable, and yet Scoff At the profession of it out of modishness, and an humour of imitation. They do not in their hearts deny Religion, p-acp pc-acp vbz av j-jn n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, r-crq vbr xx av vvn av av-j, a-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 vbz dt n1, cc av vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. pns32 vdb xx p-acp po32 n2 vvb n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 357 Image 99
1841 but yet they deride Those that practise according to it; but yet they deride Those that practise according to it; cc-acp av pns32 vvi d cst vvb vvg p-acp pn31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 357 Image 99
1842 they are not content to laugh at the fopperies, that many times call themselves by that sacred name; they Are not content to laugh At the fopperies, that many times call themselves by that sacred name; pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cst d n2 vvb px32 p-acp cst j n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 357 Image 99
1843 but fleer also, and spend the silly thing, they think to be Wit, upon those actions that are undoubtedly religious: but fleer also, and spend the silly thing, they think to be Wit, upon those actions that Are undoubtedly religious: cc-acp vvb av, cc vvi dt j n1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi n1, p-acp d n2 cst vbr av-j j: (7) sermon (DIV1) 357 Image 99
1844 Such never enter into the consideration of the matter, and therefore I shall endeavour to awaken them (that they may know what they do) by the things that follow. Such never enter into the consideration of the matter, and Therefore I shall endeavour to awaken them (that they may know what they do) by the things that follow. d av-x vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 (cst pns32 vmb vvi r-crq pns32 vdb) p-acp dt n2 cst vvb. (7) sermon (DIV1) 357 Image 99
1845 1. They Scoff at the Religious for acting according to Reason, that is, because they are men and not bruits: Because they act like intelligent creatures, 1. They Scoff At the Religious for acting according to Reason, that is, Because they Are men and not bruits: Because they act like intelligent creatures, crd pns32 vvb p-acp dt j p-acp vvg p-acp p-acp n1, cst vbz, c-acp pns32 vbr n2 cc xx n2: c-acp pns32 vvi av-j j n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 358 Image 99
1846 and not like the Horse and Mule that have no understanding. They deride them for passing right judgements, and making a right choice: for preferring God before the creature; the soul before the body; and eternity before time: For choosing light before darkness; beauty before deformity; and life and happiness before the extreams of death and misery. God hath given to all his creatures a principle to direct their actions; and not like the Horse and Mule that have no understanding. They deride them for passing right Judgments, and making a right choice: for preferring God before the creature; the soul before the body; and eternity before time: For choosing Light before darkness; beauty before deformity; and life and happiness before the extremes of death and misery. God hath given to all his creatures a principle to Direct their actions; cc xx av-j dt n1 cc n1 cst vhb dx n1. pns32 vvi pno32 p-acp vvg j-jn n2, cc vvg dt j-jn n1: p-acp vvg np1 p-acp dt n1; dt n1 p-acp dt n1; cc n1 p-acp n1: p-acp vvg j p-acp n1; n1 p-acp n1; cc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f n1 cc n1. np1 vhz vvn p-acp d po31 n2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 358 Image 99
1847 Reason to Men, and Sense and Appetite to Beasts; so that to deride men for governing themselves by their reasons, and not by inferiour principles, is as absurd, Reason to Men, and Sense and Appetite to Beasts; so that to deride men for governing themselves by their Reasons, and not by inferior principles, is as absurd, vvb p-acp n2, cc n1 cc n1 p-acp n2; av cst pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp vvg px32 p-acp po32 n2, cc xx p-acp j-jn n2, vbz a-acp j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 358 Image 99
1848 as if a man should laugh at the Ox for grazing freely in the field, and not standing still to grow like a tree; as if a man should laugh At the Ox for grazing freely in the field, and not standing still to grow like a tree; c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg av-j p-acp dt n1, cc xx vvg av pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 358 Image 99
1849 or at the bird, because it flies in the air, and doth not creep like the worm on the ground. or At the bird, Because it flies in the air, and does not creep like the worm on the ground. cc p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vdz xx vvi av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 358 Image 99
1850 He that doth so, is an Ideot, and a Natural, and the Scoffer acts at the same rate of folly. He that does so, is an Idiot, and a Natural, and the Scoffer acts At the same rate of folly. pns31 cst vdz av, vbz dt n1, cc dt j, cc dt n1 vvz p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 358 Image 99
1851 2. He derides men for living by the most Catholick rule of nature, viz. that of Self-love, and self-preservation. He flouts them for seeking health and happiness, riches, honours, and pleasures, the truest and the best: For endeavouring to obtain the favour of God, the peace of Conscience, 2. He derides men for living by the most Catholic Rule of nature, viz. that of Self-love, and self-preservation. He flouts them for seeking health and happiness, riches, honours, and pleasures, the Truest and the best: For endeavouring to obtain the favour of God, the peace of Conscience, crd pns31 vvz n2 p-acp vvg p-acp dt ds njp n1 pp-f n1, n1 d pp-f n1, cc n1. pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp vvg n1 cc n1, n2, n2, cc n2, dt js cc dt av-js: p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 359 Image 99
1852 and security of future and eternal well being: and security of future and Eternal well being: cc n1 pp-f j-jn cc j av vbg: (7) sermon (DIV1) 359 Image 99
1853 For striving to avoid the snares of Satan, the wrath of God, and pains of Hell. He laughs at them, For striving to avoid the snares of Satan, the wrath of God, and pains of Hell. He laughs At them, c-acp vvg pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n2 pp-f n1. pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, (7) sermon (DIV1) 359 Image 99
1854 because they will not thrust their heads into the Fire, and leap the precipice into the gulph of woe: Because they will not thrust their Heads into the Fire, and leap the precipice into the gulf of woe: c-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 359 Image 99
1855 Because they will not be their own executioners, and beat out their own brains. Because they will not be their own executioners, and beatrice out their own brains. c-acp pns32 vmb xx vbi po32 d n2, cc vvi av po32 d n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 359 Image 99
1856 3. He Scoffs at the Religious, because they act for the great ends of their Being. 3. He Scoffs At the Religious, Because they act for the great ends of their Being. crd pns31 n2 p-acp dt j, c-acp pns32 vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 vbg. (7) sermon (DIV1) 360 Image 99
1857 God made all things for an end, and man for a noble one, the injoyment of himself for ever: God made all things for an end, and man for a noble one, the enjoyment of himself for ever: np1 vvd d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j crd, dt n1 pp-f px31 c-acp av: (7) sermon (DIV1) 360 Image 99
1858 Now the exercises of Religion are the way to this end; and to deride men for this, is to laugh at them for acting, Now the exercises of Religion Are the Way to this end; and to deride men for this, is to laugh At them for acting, av dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr dt n1 p-acp d vvb; cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp vvg, (7) sermon (DIV1) 360 Image 99
1859 and designing pertinently and nobly. The Scoffer jeers the religious, because he lives for greater ends, than the Beasts; and designing pertinently and nobly. The Scoffer jeers the religious, Because he lives for greater ends, than the Beasts; cc vvg av-j cc av-j. dt n1 vvz dt j, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp jc n2, cs dt n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 360 Image 99
1860 and indeavours to be happier than his horses and his swine: Because he will not be content, only to eat and drink, and revel and die. and endeavours to be Happier than his Horses and his Swine: Because he will not be content, only to eat and drink, and revel and die. cc vvz pc-acp vbi jc cs po31 n2 cc po31 n1: c-acp pns31 vmb xx vbi j, av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc vvi cc vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 360 Image 99
1861 4. The Scoffer laughs at the Religious for aiming at the perfection of his nature. 4. The Scoffer laughs At the Religious for aiming At the perfection of his nature. crd dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 361 Image 99
1862 God made man perfect, but we have corrupted our selves, Eccl. 7. 29. and debased our noble beings: God made man perfect, but we have corrupted our selves, Ecclesiastes 7. 29. and debased our noble beings: np1 vvd n1 j, p-acp pns12 vhb vvn po12 n2, np1 crd crd cc vvn po12 j n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 361 Image 99
1863 We have destroyed our Makers Image, and deform'd our natures. We have destroyed our Makers Image, and deformed our nature's. pns12 vhb vvn po12 ng1 n1, cc vvn po12 n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 361 Image 99
1864 Now the design of Religion is, to repair our ruines, and to recover us to the integrity, Now the Design of Religion is, to repair our ruins, and to recover us to the integrity, av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 361 Image 99
1865 and perfection of our first selves; and perfection of our First selves; cc n1 pp-f po12 ord n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 361 Image 99
1866 to restore Light to the mind, and vertue to the will, and order to the affections; to restore Light to the mind, and virtue to the will, and order to the affections; pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 361 Image 99
1867 to heal, cleanse, and beautifie the soul: to heal, cleanse, and beautify the soul: pc-acp vvi, vvb, cc vvi dt n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 361 Image 99
1868 So that to Scoff at men for living by this, is as if one should deride the sick for taking physick, and the blind for using a guide. As if a man should be scorn'd for washing, after he had faln into a mire; or for seeking cure for a foul Leprosie that had over-spread him. So that to Scoff At men for living by this, is as if one should deride the sick for taking physic, and the blind for using a guide. As if a man should be scorned for washing, After he had fallen into a mire; or for seeking cure for a foul Leprosy that had overspread him. av cst p-acp n1 p-acp n2 p-acp vvg p-acp d, vbz c-acp cs pi vmd vvi dt j p-acp vvg n1, cc dt j p-acp vvg dt vvb. c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp vvg, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1; cc p-acp vvg vvi p-acp dt j n1 cst vhd j pno31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 361 Image 99
1869 5. The scoffer derides the Religious for acting according to his own principles. He saith, there is a God, and jeers those that worship Him; 5. The scoffer derides the Religious for acting according to his own principles. He Says, there is a God, and jeers those that worship Him; crd dt n1 vvz dt j p-acp vvg p-acp p-acp po31 d n2. pns31 vvz, a-acp vbz dt n1, cc vvz d cst vvb pno31; (7) sermon (DIV1) 362 Image 99
1870 he believes that God is infinitely amiable, wise, great, and good; he believes that God is infinitely amiable, wise, great, and good; pns31 vvz cst np1 vbz av-j j, j, j, cc j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 362 Image 99
1871 and yet laughs at men for loving his beauty, and believing his wisdom, and trusting in his power and goodness. and yet laughs At men for loving his beauty, and believing his Wisdom, and trusting in his power and Goodness. cc av vvz p-acp n2 p-acp vvg po31 n1, cc vvg po31 n1, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 362 Image 99
1872 He saith, that Christ is the Saviour; and derides those that are willing to be saved by Him: He Says, that christ is the Saviour; and derides those that Are willing to be saved by Him: pns31 vvz, cst np1 vbz dt n1; cc vvz d cst vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 362 Image 99
1873 that the Holy Ghost is the sanctifier; and laughs at that holiness, He teacheth and produceth. that the Holy Ghost is the sanctifier; and laughs At that holiness, He Teaches and Produceth. cst dt j n1 vbz dt n1; cc vvz p-acp cst n1, pns31 vvz cc vvz. (7) sermon (DIV1) 362 Image 99
1874 He will tell you, he believes there is an Heaven of eternal happiness; and scorns those that seek it: He will tell you, he believes there is an Heaven of Eternal happiness; and scorns those that seek it: pns31 vmb vvi pn22, pns31 vvz a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1; cc vvz d cst vvb pn31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 362 Image 99
1875 that there is an Hell of endless woe and torment; and makes sport of all endeavours to avoid it. that there is an Hell of endless woe and torment; and makes sport of all endeavours to avoid it. cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1; cc vvz n1 pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 362 Image 99
1876 6. He derides men, because they are true to their engagements and professions. 6. He derides men, Because they Are true to their engagements and professions. crd pns31 vvz n2, c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp po32 n2 cc n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 363 Image 99
1877 Because, when they have promised to forsake the Devil, and all his works, they are not willing in practice to forsake God, and all his: Because, Because, when they have promised to forsake the devil, and all his works, they Are not willing in practice to forsake God, and all his: Because, p-acp, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp vvb dt n1, cc d po31 n2, pns32 vbr xx j p-acp n1 p-acp vvb np1, cc d po31: c-acp, (7) sermon (DIV1) 363 Image 99
1878 when they say, Thy will be done, they don't resolve to do all they can to cross it: when they say, Thy will be done, they don't resolve to do all they can to cross it: c-crq pns32 vvb, po21 n1 vbi vdn, pns32 vdbx vvb pc-acp vdi d pns32 vmb p-acp j pn31: (7) sermon (DIV1) 363 Image 99
1879 Because after they have pray'd an hundred times, Incline our hearts to keep thy Laws, they do not set themselves every day to break them. Because After they have prayed an hundred times, Incline our hearts to keep thy Laws, they do not Set themselves every day to break them. c-acp c-acp pns32 vhb vvd dt crd n2, vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi po21 n2, pns32 vdb xx vvi px32 d n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 363 Image 99
1880 At such extravagant rates as these, doth he act, that retains the belief of Religion, and scoffs at the practice of it. At such extravagant rates as these, does he act, that retains the belief of Religion, and scoffs At the practice of it. p-acp d j vvz c-acp d, vdz pns31 vvi, cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 364 Image 99
1881 And O that they were wise, and would consider this, who so far forget God, and the Reasonable natures he hath given them! And Oh that they were wise, and would Consider this, who so Far forget God, and the Reasonable nature's he hath given them! cc uh cst pns32 vbdr j, cc vmd vvi d, r-crq av av-j vvi np1, cc dt j n2 pns31 vhz vvn pno32! (7) sermon (DIV1) 364 Image 99
1882 I shall now, II. conclude with some Directions and Rules of caution for security against this grievous folly. And, I shall now, II conclude with Some Directions and Rules of caution for security against this grievous folly. And, pns11 vmb av, crd vvb p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1. cc, (7) sermon (DIV1) 365 Image 99
1883 1. Let us be in earnest in Religion; 1. Let us be in earnest in Religion; crd vvb pno12 vbi p-acp j p-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 366 Image 99
1884 endeavouring to understand what we profess; to believe what we understand, and to practise what we believe: And then, we shall feel such a sense of Religion on our souls, endeavouring to understand what we profess; to believe what we understand, and to practise what we believe: And then, we shall feel such a sense of Religion on our Souls, vvg p-acp vvb r-crq pns12 vvb; p-acp vvb r-crq pns12 vvi, cc p-acp vvb r-crq pns12 vvi: cc av, pns12 vmb vvi d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 366 Image 99
1885 as will beget the highest reverence to it, and effectually secure us from any such impiety. as will beget the highest Reverence to it, and effectually secure us from any such impiety. c-acp vmb vvi dt js vvb p-acp pn31, cc av-j vvb pno12 p-acp d d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 366 Image 99
1886 For 'tis ignorance, infidelity, and an evil life, that are the great causes of mens contempt of Religion. For it's ignorance, infidelity, and an evil life, that Are the great Causes of men's contempt of Religion. p-acp pn31|vbz n1, n1, cc dt j-jn n1, cst vbr dt j n2 pp-f ng2 n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 366 Image 99
1887 2. Let us take care, that we place not Religion in uncertain opinions, and vain trifles: Mens superstitious fondness of such, hath expos'd Christianity to much scorn and derision; 2. Let us take care, that we place not Religion in uncertain opinions, and vain trifles: Men's superstitious fondness of such, hath exposed Christianity to much scorn and derision; crd vvb pno12 vvi n1, cst pns12 vvb xx n1 p-acp j n2, cc j n2: ng2 j n1 pp-f d, vhz vvn np1 p-acp d n1 cc n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 367 Image 99
1888 while its enemies will not, or can not, distinguish between Religion it self, and those fopperies that pretend unto it. while its enemies will not, or can not, distinguish between Religion it self, and those fopperies that pretend unto it. cs po31 ng1 vmb xx, cc vmb xx, vvb p-acp n1 pn31 n1, cc d n1 cst vvb p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 367 Image 99
1889 This hath been a main ground of most of the contempt that is upon it at this day. This hath been a main ground of most of the contempt that is upon it At this day. np1 vhz vbn dt j n1 pp-f ds pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pn31 p-acp d n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 367 Image 99
1890 There is nothing in substantial, naked Religion, that can afford the least just occasion for laughter, There is nothing in substantial, naked Religion, that can afford the least just occasion for laughter, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp j, j n1, cst vmb vvi dt av-ds j n1 p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 367 Image 99
1891 or malicious sport, it being in it self the most reasonable, venerable thing in the world. or malicious sport, it being in it self the most reasonable, venerable thing in the world. cc j n1, pn31 vbg p-acp pn31 n1 dt av-ds j, j n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 367 Image 99
1892 Let us take care then that we mingle not any thing that is ridiculous with it. Let us take care then that we mingle not any thing that is ridiculous with it. vvb pno12 vvi n1 av cst pns12 vvb xx d n1 cst vbz j p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 367 Image 99
1893 3. When we deride the vanities of errour and superstition, let us be cautious, lest we give incouragement, 3. When we deride the vanities of error and Superstition, let us be cautious, lest we give encouragement, crd c-crq pns12 vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb pno12 vbi j, cs pns12 vvb n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 368 Image 99
1894 or ground, to others by it, to Scoff at Religion it self; and consider, that the Lusts of men are ready to catch at any occasion to abuse and vilifie their eternal enemy. or ground, to Others by it, to Scoff At Religion it self; and Consider, that the Lustiest of men Are ready to catch At any occasion to abuse and vilify their Eternal enemy. cc n1, p-acp n2-jn p-acp pn31, p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pn31 n1; cc vvi, cst dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 j n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 368 Image 99
1895 4. Let us beware of too much delight in the humour of Drollery and Jesting, expresly forbidden by the Apostle, Eph. 5. 4. This sort of wit, in most, is a dangerous and ungovernable Lust, 4. Let us beware of too much delight in the humour of Drollery and Jesting, expressly forbidden by the Apostle, Ephesians 5. 4. This sort of wit, in most, is a dangerous and ungovernable Lust, crd vvb pno12 vvi pp-f av d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j-vvg, av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp ds, vbz dt j cc j-u n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 369 Image 99
1896 and spares nothing sacred or serious, when 'tis indulg'd; it makes the Spirit vain and trifling; and spares nothing sacred or serious, when it's indulged; it makes the Spirit vain and trifling; cc vvz pix j cc j, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn; pn31 vvz dt n1 j cc j-vvg; (7) sermon (DIV1) 369 Image 99
1897 and indisposeth it for any weighty exercise either of Reason or Religion, and from the indisposition it produceth to such imployments, 'tis an easie step to the contempt of them. and indisposeth it for any weighty exercise either of Reason or Religion, and from the indisposition it Produceth to such employments, it's an easy step to the contempt of them. cc vvz pn31 p-acp d j n1 d pp-f n1 cc n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pn31 vvz p-acp d n2, pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (7) sermon (DIV1) 369 Image 99
1898 5. Let us not intimately and frequently converse with the people of this sort. There is infection in such company, 5. Let us not intimately and frequently converse with the people of this sort. There is infection in such company, crd vvb pno12 xx av-j cc av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp d n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 370 Image 99
1899 and a secret Witchcraft in this humour, that may work us insensibly to an imitation of it. and a secret Witchcraft in this humour, that may work us insensibly to an imitation of it. cc dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n1, cst vmb vvi pno12 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 370 Image 99
1900 And O that the Youth of the present Age, would be perswaded to put a mark upon those men; And O that the Youth of the present Age, would be persuaded to put a mark upon those men; cc np1 cst dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2; (7) sermon (DIV1) 371 Image 99
1901 and to avoid their dangerous conversation! and to avoid their dangerous Conversation! cc pc-acp vvi po32 j n1! (7) sermon (DIV1) 371 Image 99
1902 Certainly they had better joyn themselves to Poisoners, and Cut-throats, than to have much to do with those Factors for Damnation; A Generation so vile, that should Satan send the most malignant spirits of Hell openly and professedly to trade for him, They could not act with more direct, Certainly they had better join themselves to Poisoners, and Cutthroats, than to have much to do with those Factors for Damnation; A Generation so vile, that should Satan send the most malignant spirits of Hell openly and professedly to trade for him, They could not act with more Direct, av-j pns32 vhd av-jc vvi px32 p-acp n2, cc n2, cs pc-acp vhi d pc-acp vdi p-acp d n2 p-acp n1; dt n1 av j, cst vmd np1 vvi dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1 av-j cc av-vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp av-dc j, (7) sermon (DIV1) 371 Image 99
1903 and declar'd opposition to God and goodness, than these wretched men do. So that one may justly wonder, that they are not shun'd by all sensible men, and declared opposition to God and Goodness, than these wretched men do. So that one may justly wonder, that they Are not shunned by all sensible men, cc vvd n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, cs d j n2 vdb. av cst pi vmb av-j vvi, cst pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp d j n2, (7) sermon (DIV1) 371 Image 99
1904 as desolation, and the plague: and hooted into their wits, or quite out of them, by an universal contempt, and most deserved scorn. as desolation, and the plague: and hooted into their wits, or quite out of them, by an universal contempt, and most deserved scorn. c-acp n1, cc dt n1: cc vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc av av pp-f pno32, p-acp dt j n1, cc av-ds j-vvn n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 371 Image 99
1905 I am sure it becomes all that are of a Gentile, Vertuous, and ingenuous Education, to avoid giving them any countenance or incouragement, by any familiarity of acquaintance; I am sure it becomes all that Are of a Gentile, Virtuous, and ingenuous Education, to avoid giving them any countenance or encouragement, by any familiarity of acquaintance; pns11 vbm j pn31 vvz d cst vbr pp-f dt j, j, cc j n1, pc-acp vvi vvg pno32 d n1 cc n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 371 Image 99
1906 and 'tis a duty they owe to God, their Nation, and their own present and eternal interests. and it's a duty they owe to God, their nation, and their own present and Eternal interests. cc pn31|vbz dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp np1, po32 n1, cc po32 d j cc j n2. (7) sermon (DIV1) 371 Image 99
1907 6. Take heed of speaking lightly of any thing that appertains to Religion. 6. Take heed of speaking lightly of any thing that appertains to Religion. crd vvb n1 pp-f vvg av-j pp-f d n1 cst vvz p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 372 Image 99
1908 Sacred things are never to be mention'd but with seriousness and reverence: If we toy and play in our discourses with them, Sacred things Are never to be mentioned but with seriousness and Reverence: If we toy and play in our discourses with them, j n2 vbr av pc-acp vbi vvn cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1: cs pns12 vvb cc vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp pno32, (7) sermon (DIV1) 372 Image 99
1909 though without direct scorn or malice, this too familiar use of Divine things, will at last bring us to an habitual disvalue of them, which in time will grow into contempt. though without Direct scorn or malice, this too familiar use of Divine things, will At last bring us to an habitual disvalue of them, which in time will grow into contempt. cs p-acp j vvb cc n1, d av j-jn n1 pp-f j-jn n2, vmb p-acp ord vvb pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32, r-crq p-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV1) 372 Image 99
1910 If we direct our selves by such Rules of caution, we may, by the Grace of God, escape the Epidemical infection that flies almost every where in our days, from the Scoffers that walk after their own Lusts. If we Direct our selves by such Rules of caution, we may, by the Grace of God, escape the Epidemical infection that flies almost every where in our days, from the Scoffers that walk After their own Lusts. cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp d vvz pp-f n1, pns12 vmb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb dt j n1 cst vvz av d c-crq p-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt n2 cst vvb p-acp po32 d np1 (7) sermon (DIV1) 373 Image 99
1911 I have thus shewn the sin, folly, and danger of scoffing at Religion, and given some Rules of caution against it. I have thus shown the since, folly, and danger of scoffing At Religion, and given Some Rules of caution against it. pns11 vhb av vvn dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1, cc vvn d vvz pp-f n1 p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 99
1912 One would think there should be no need of such a discourse among a Christian people, who have felt so many Judgements, and enjoy so many mercies, who have the Gospel preach'd to them with so much power and plainness, and have made so long and so zealous a profession of it. One would think there should be no need of such a discourse among a Christian people, who have felt so many Judgments, and enjoy so many Mercies, who have the Gospel preached to them with so much power and plainness, and have made so long and so zealous a profession of it. pi vmd vvi pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp dt njp n1, r-crq vhb vvn av d n2, cc vvb av d n2, r-crq vhb dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp av d n1 cc n1, cc vhb vvn av av-j cc av j dt n1 pp-f pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 99
1913 But is there not a cause for all this? If there be none, I crave pardon for my troubling you so long to no purpose: But is there not a cause for all this? If there be none, I crave pardon for my troubling you so long to no purpose: cc-acp vbz pc-acp xx dt n1 p-acp d d? cs pc-acp vbb pix, pns11 vvb n1 p-acp po11 vvg pn22 av av-j p-acp dx n1: (7) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 99
1914 but if there be, I pray God that we may all lay it to heart, earnestly beseeching him to awaken those that are guilty of this hainous impiety, to see their sin, and their danger, before it be too late; but if there be, I pray God that we may all lay it to heart, earnestly beseeching him to awaken those that Are guilty of this heinous impiety, to see their since, and their danger, before it be too late; cc-acp cs pc-acp vbi, pns11 vvb np1 cst pns12 vmb d vvi pn31 p-acp n1, av-j vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi d cst vbr j pp-f d j n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc po32 n1, p-acp pn31 vbb av j; (7) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 99
1915 and to divert from them, and others, the Judgements that such bold heights in wickedness do most justly deserve. and to divert from them, and Others, the Judgments that such bold heights in wickedness do most justly deserve. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc n2-jn, dt n2 cst d j n2 p-acp n1 vdb av-ds av-j vvi. (7) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 99
1916 That he would in mercy find a way to remove this vile abomination and scandal from our Land; That he would in mercy find a Way to remove this vile abomination and scandal from our Land; cst pns31 vmd p-acp n1 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi d j n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n1; (7) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 99
1917 and diffuse such an aweful sense of Religion through the Nation, as may keep us under the power and obedience of it. and diffuse such an awful sense of Religion through the nation, as may keep us under the power and Obedience of it. cc vvi d dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (7) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 99
1918 That he would make us all tender and zealous in the things that refer to his Glory, That he would make us all tender and zealous in the things that refer to his Glory, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 d j cc j p-acp dt n2 cst vvb p-acp po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 99
1919 and the Honour of his Religion; and assist us by his Grace, in all holy endeavours to promote those interests: and the Honour of his Religion; and assist us by his Grace, in all holy endeavours to promote those interests: cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; cc vvb pno12 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d j n2 pc-acp vvi d n2: (7) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 99
1920 begging all in the Name and Mediation of Christ our Lord, to whom with the Father, and Holy Ghost, be all Honour and adoration henceforth, and for ever. begging all in the Name and Mediation of christ our Lord, to whom with the Father, and Holy Ghost, be all Honour and adoration henceforth, and for ever. vvg d p-acp dt vvb cc n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1, p-acp ro-crq p-acp dt n1, cc j n1, vbb d n1 cc n1 av, cc p-acp av. (7) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 99
1921 SERMON V. THE CHURCHES PRAYER, AND COMPLAINT. PSAL. CXXIII. 3, 4. HAVE MERCY upon us, O Lord! have mercy upon us: SERMON V. THE CHURCHES PRAYER, AND COMPLAINT. PSALM CXXIII. 3, 4. HAVE MERCY upon us, Oh Lord! have mercy upon us: n1 np1 dt ng1 n1, cc n1. np1 crd. crd, crd vhb n1 p-acp pno12, uh n1! vhb n1 p-acp pno12: (8) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 118
1922 for we are exceedingly filled with Contempt. Our soul is exceedingly filled with the Scorning of those that are at ease; and with the Contempt of the Proud. for we Are exceedingly filled with Contempt. Our soul is exceedingly filled with the Scorning of those that Are At ease; and with the Contempt of the Proud. c-acp pns12 vbr av-vvg vvn p-acp n1. po12 n1 vbz av-vvg vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f d cst vbr p-acp n1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 374 Image 118
1923 THE State of the Church in this world is Militant, and uncertain; subject to those alterations, THE State of the Church in this world is Militant, and uncertain; Subject to those alterations, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbz j, cc j; j-jn p-acp d n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 118
1924 and vicissitudes which attend all things that are of a mutable nature. One while, 'tis in a fair and flourishing condition; orderly without, and united within: and vicissitudes which attend all things that Are of a mutable nature. One while, it's in a fair and flourishing condition; orderly without, and united within: cc n2 r-crq vvb d n2 cst vbr pp-f dt j n1. crd n1, pn31|vbz p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1; av-j p-acp, cc j-vvn p-acp: (8) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 118
1925 beautiful in its external appearance, and more so in its inward holiness and peace: And then, its Heaven is overcast, clouds and thick darkness rest upon it: beautiful in its external appearance, and more so in its inward holiness and peace: And then, its Heaven is overcast, Clouds and thick darkness rest upon it: j p-acp po31 j n1, cc av-dc av p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1: cc av, po31 n1 vbz vvn, n2 cc j n1 n1 p-acp pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 118
1926 It is overwhelm'd by troubles and disorders; It is overwhelmed by Troubles and disorders; pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 cc n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 118
1927 and rent asunder by Heresies and Divisions: so that the ways of Sion mourn, and her Gates are desolate. In the afflicted state was the Church at the penning of this Psalm: whether its afflictions were from the Tyranny of Antiochus, the Babylonish Captivity, or its own corruptions, I shall not here dispute. and rend asunder by Heresies and Divisions: so that the ways of Sion mourn, and her Gates Are desolate. In the afflicted state was the Church At the penning of this Psalm: whither its afflictions were from the Tyranny of Antiochus, the Babylonish Captivity, or its own corruptions, I shall not Here dispute. cc vvb av p-acp n2 cc n2: av cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi, cc po31 n2 vbr j. p-acp dt j-vvn n1 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1: cs po31 n2 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt np1 n1, cc po31 d n2, pns11 vmb xx av vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 118
1928 It may suffice for us to take notice, that the Church was now in great distress; and that it took the right way of remedy, by applying it self to God for relief: It may suffice for us to take notice, that the Church was now in great distress; and that it took the right Way of remedy, by applying it self to God for relief: pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi n1, cst dt n1 vbds av p-acp j n1; cc cst pn31 vvd dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg pn31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 118
1929 Have mercy upon us, O Lord! have mercy upon us — In which words we have two parts. Have mercy upon us, Oh Lord! have mercy upon us — In which words we have two parts. vhb n1 p-acp pno12, uh n1! vhb n1 p-acp pno12 — p-acp r-crq n2 pns12 vhb crd n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 375 Image 118
1930 1. A passionate Supplication: Have mercy upon us, O Lord! have mercy — 2. The Ground and occasion of it: 1. A passionate Supplication: Have mercy upon us, Oh Lord! have mercy — 2. The Ground and occasion of it: crd dt j n1: vhb n1 p-acp pno12, uh n1! vhb n1 — crd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 376 Image 118
1931 for we are exceedingly fill'd with contempt — This is last in order of words, but first in order of nature; for we Are exceedingly filled with contempt — This is last in order of words, but First in order of nature; c-acp pns12 vbr av-vvg vvn p-acp n1 — d vbz vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp ord p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 377 Image 118
1932 and therefore I shall begin here, and consider in it: 1. The matter of trouble and complaint: it was contempt and scorning. 2. The degree of it: 'twas exceeding contempt; and Therefore I shall begin Here, and Consider in it: 1. The matter of trouble and complaint: it was contempt and scorning. 2. The degree of it: 'twas exceeding contempt; cc av pns11 vmb vvi av, cc vvb p-acp pn31: crd dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: pn31 vbds n1 cc vvg. crd dt n1 pp-f pn31: pn31|vbds vvg n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 378 Image 118
1933 and their souls were fill'd with it. 3. The character of the persons, by whom the Church was so contemn'd: and their Souls were filled with it. 3. The character of the Persons, by whom the Church was so contemned: cc po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pn31. crd dt n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbds av vvd: (8) sermon (DIV1) 380 Image 118
1934 they were, 1. Those at ease. And 2. the Proud. 1. For the matter of complaint: they were, 1. Those At ease. And 2. the Proud. 1. For the matter of complaint: pns32 vbdr, crd d p-acp n1. cc crd dt j. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 381 Image 118
1935 'Tis exprest to be Contempt, which consists in a mean and vile opinion of the person contemn'd: It's expressed to be Contempt, which consists in a mean and vile opinion of the person contemned: pn31|vbz vvn pc-acp vbi n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd: (8) sermon (DIV1) 382 Image 118
1936 and scorning, which may be taken for the shewing of it, in actual derision, and abuse. and scorning, which may be taken for the showing of it, in actual derision, and abuse. cc vvg, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31, p-acp j n1, cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 382 Image 118
1937 Now contempt supposeth a mean and low condition, and hatred upon it. Now contempt Supposeth a mean and low condition, and hatred upon it. av n1 vvz dt j cc j n1, cc n1 p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 382 Image 118
1938 For misery moves pity, and not contempt, where there is any thing of charity or kindness. So that at this time the Church was low, and hated in its lowness, both which together, make up the occasion of contempt, and the scorning that was consequent to it. For misery moves pity, and not contempt, where there is any thing of charity or kindness. So that At this time the Church was low, and hated in its lowness, both which together, make up the occasion of contempt, and the scorning that was consequent to it. p-acp n1 vvz vvi, cc xx n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. av cst p-acp d n1 dt n1 vbds j, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1, d r-crq av, vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt vvg cst vbds j p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 382 Image 118
1939 This is one of the most grievous of all evils, exprest well by him that said, Nihil in se gravius habet paupertas, quàm quòd homines efficit ridiculos. This is one of the most grievous of all evils, expressed well by him that said, Nihil in se Gravius habet paupertas, quàm quòd homines efficit ridiculos. d vbz pi pp-f dt av-ds j pp-f d n2-jn, vvd av p-acp pno31 cst vvd, fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (8) sermon (DIV1) 382 Image 118
1940 Want, we may think, is misery enough; but it is aggravated and heightned by the contempt and scorn that usually goes along with it: Want, we may think, is misery enough; but it is aggravated and heightened by the contempt and scorn that usually Goes along with it: n1, pns12 vmb vvi, vbz n1 av-d; p-acp pn31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cst av-j vvz a-acp p-acp pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 382 Image 118
1941 even the vertues and the wisdom of the poor are despised. 2. We have the degree of contempt exprest. They were exceedingly contemn'd: and exceedingly fill'd with contempt. even the Virtues and the Wisdom of the poor Are despised. 2. We have the degree of contempt expressed. They were exceedingly contemned: and exceedingly filled with contempt. av dt n2 cc dt n1 pp-f dt j vbr vvn. crd pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn. pns32 vbdr av-vvg vvd: cc av-vvg vvd p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 382 Image 118
1942 And their souls were exceedingly fill'd with scorning. And their Souls were exceedingly filled with scorning. cc po32 n2 vbdr av-vvg vvn p-acp vvg. (8) sermon (DIV1) 383 Image 118
1943 Exceedingly fill'd, glutted with it, 'tis a Metaphor taken from an oppressive repletion of the stomach, even to nauseating and loathing. Exceedingly filled, glutted with it, it's a Metaphor taken from an oppressive repletion of the stomach, even to nauseating and loathing. av-vvg vvn, vvn p-acp pn31, pn31|vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp vvg cc n-vvg. (8) sermon (DIV1) 384 Image 118
1944 Their soul was fill'd, the greatest and quickest sense of evil was over-charg'd with this, very grievous one. Their soul was filled, the greatest and quickest sense of evil was overcharged with this, very grievous one. po32 n1 vbds vvn, dt js cc js n1 pp-f n-jn vbds vvd p-acp d, av j pi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 384 Image 118
1945 They are, we see, greatly mov'd and concern'd, and seem to speak, as if there were scarce words enough to declare their trouble: They Are, we see, greatly moved and concerned, and seem to speak, as if there were scarce words enough to declare their trouble: pns32 vbr, pns12 vvb, av-j vvn cc vvn, cc vvb pc-acp vvi, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr av-j n2 av-d pc-acp vvi po32 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 118
1946 which intimates, that the contempt upon them, was not only from open and Gentile enemies; which intimates, that the contempt upon them, was not only from open and Gentile enemies; r-crq vvz, cst dt n1 p-acp pno32, vbds xx av-j p-acp j cc j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 118
1947 for from Them it was to be expected, and from Them not so much to be regarded. for from Them it was to be expected, and from Them not so much to be regarded. c-acp p-acp pno32 pn31 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn, cc p-acp pno32 xx av d pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 118
1948 The complaint had been too soft, and unspirited, if there had been no more in it. The complaint had been too soft, and unspirited, if there had been no more in it. dt n1 vhd vbn av j, cc j, cs pc-acp vhd vbn dx dc p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 118
1949 If an open enemy did them this dishonour, they might have born it, without so much expression of tender resentment. If an open enemy did them this dishonour, they might have born it, without so much expression of tender resentment. cs dt j n1 vdd pno32 d n1, pns32 vmd vhi vvn pn31, p-acp av d n1 pp-f j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 118
1950 'Tis likely therefore from the greatness of their concern, that some of them (at least) were, It's likely Therefore from the greatness of their concern, that Some of them (At least) were, pn31|vbz j av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 vvi, cst d pp-f pno32 (p-acp ds) vbdr, (8) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 118
1951 or had been, pretended familiar friends, which some time went up to the house of God with them, or had been, pretended familiar Friends, which Some time went up to the house of God with them, cc vhd vbn, j-vvn j-jn n2, r-crq d n1 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 118
1952 and made profession of the same General Faith and Religion. and made profession of the same General Faith and Religion. cc vvd n1 pp-f dt d j n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 385 Image 118
1953 The sufferings of the Church and good men, are not only from adversaries, and those without: The sufferings of the Church and good men, Are not only from Adversaries, and those without: dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc j n2, vbr xx av-j p-acp n2, cc d p-acp: (8) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 118
1954 but very oft from weak, peevish, and mistaken friends: from those that are righteous, and Orthodox overmuch: from the superstitious and ignorantly zealous: but very oft from weak, peevish, and mistaken Friends: from those that Are righteous, and Orthodox overmuch: from the superstitious and ignorantly zealous: cc-acp av av p-acp j, j, cc vvn n2: p-acp d cst vbr j, cc n1 av: p-acp dt j cc av-j j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 118
1955 from those that have more heat than light; that mean well, but understand little. Such, many times, are more troublesome to the Church, than declar'd opposers: from those that have more heat than Light; that mean well, but understand little. Such, many times, Are more troublesome to the Church, than declared opposers: p-acp d cst vhb dc n1 cs j; cst vvb av, cc-acp vvb j. d, d n2, vbr av-dc j p-acp dt n1, cs vvd n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 118
1956 and Satan useth them as instruments of affliction, and disturbance to the wise; as well as the prophane and unbelieving enemy. and Satan uses them as Instruments of affliction, and disturbance to the wise; as well as the profane and unbelieving enemy. cc np1 vvz pno32 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j; c-acp av c-acp dt j cc vvg n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 118
1957 This sort we may well suppose to be some of the proud mention'd in the Text: This sort we may well suppose to be Some of the proud mentioned in the Text: d n1 pns12 vmb av vvi pc-acp vbi d pp-f dt j vvn p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 118
1958 which may be consider'd further under the Third Head, viz. 3. The Persons from whom the Church suffer'd this contempt and scorning. which may be considered further under the Third Head, viz. 3. The Persons from whom the Church suffered this contempt and scorning. r-crq vmb vbi vvn av-jc p-acp dt ord n1, n1 crd dt n2 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vvd d n1 cc vvg. (8) sermon (DIV1) 386 Image 118
1959 1. Those that were at ease. And 2. the Proud. Our soul is exceedingly filled with the scorning of those that are at ease; 1. Those that were At ease. And 2. the Proud. Our soul is exceedingly filled with the scorning of those that Are At ease; crd d cst vbdr p-acp n1. cc crd dt j. po12 n1 vbz av-vvg vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f d cst vbr p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 387 Image 118
1960 and with the contempt of the Proud. 1. Those that were at ease: the rich and prosperous in the world. and with the contempt of the Proud. 1. Those that were At ease: the rich and prosperous in the world. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. crd d cst vbdr p-acp n1: dt j cc j p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 387 Image 118
1961 Who were inclosed in their own fat; Who were enclosed in their own fat; q-crq vbdr vvn p-acp po32 d j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 118
1962 who had their portion in this life; whose bellies were fill'd with hid treasure, as the Psalmist speaks, Psal. 17. Yea, they had more than heart could wish, Psal. 73. and were such, as said unto their Souls, Soul take thy ease, thou hast Goods laid up for many years, eat, drink, who had their portion in this life; whose bellies were filled with hid treasure, as the Psalmist speaks, Psalm 17. Yea, they had more than heart could wish, Psalm 73. and were such, as said unto their Souls, Soul take thy ease, thou hast Goods laid up for many Years, eat, drink, r-crq vhd po32 n1 p-acp d n1; rg-crq n2 vbdr vvn p-acp j-vvn n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd uh, pns32 vhd av-dc cs n1 vmd vvi, np1 crd cc vbdr d, a-acp vvd p-acp po32 n2, n1 vvb po21 n1, pns21 vh2 n2-j vvn a-acp p-acp d n2, vvb, vvb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 118
1963 and be merry, Luke 12. They were at rest in their enjoyments, and very loth to be disturb'd by the thoughts of leaving them; and be merry, Lycia 12. They were At rest in their enjoyments, and very loath to be disturbed by the thoughts of leaving them; cc vbi j, av crd pns32 vbdr p-acp vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvg pno32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 118
1964 and more unwilling to consider, that they were to give an account of their Stewardship. and more unwilling to Consider, that they were to give an account of their Stewardship. cc dc j pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 118
1965 So that they must needs look with an evil eye upon Religion, the disturber of their quiet, So that they must needs look with an evil eye upon Religion, the disturber of their quiet, av cst pns32 vmb av vvi p-acp dt j-jn vvb p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f po32 n-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 118
1966 and have a great mind to say in their hearts, There is no God, Psal. 14. 1. and that Religion is but a cunningly devised Fable, 2 Pet. 1. or, and have a great mind to say in their hearts, There is no God, Psalm 14. 1. and that Religion is but a cunningly devised Fable, 2 Pet. 1. or, cc vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vbz dx n1, np1 crd crd cc d n1 vbz p-acp dt av-jn vvn n1, crd np1 crd cc, (8) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 118
1967 if they cannot bring themselves to believe that, they will be apt to say, Tush God seeth not, he careth not: if they cannot bring themselves to believe that, they will be apt to say, Tush God sees not, he Careth not: cs pns32 vmbx vvi px32 pc-acp vvi cst, pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, uh np1 vvz xx, pns31 vvz xx: (8) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 118
1968 or, if He do, they will not; they endeavour to be as careless and as blind as they can, or, if He do, they will not; they endeavour to be as careless and as blind as they can, cc, cs pns31 vdb, pns32 vmb xx; pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi c-acp j cc c-acp j c-acp pns32 vmb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 118
1969 and to put him far from them, for they like not to retain God in their knowledge, Rom. 1. And being thus disposed, they set themselves to quarrel Religion, to dispute against it, and to put him Far from them, for they like not to retain God in their knowledge, Rom. 1. And being thus disposed, they Set themselves to quarrel Religion, to dispute against it, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 av-j xx pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po32 n1, np1 crd np1 vbg av vvn, pns32 vvd px32 p-acp vvb n1, p-acp vvb p-acp pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 118
1970 as far as their wit will give leave; and when that fails, to Scorn and deride it. as Far as their wit will give leave; and when that fails, to Scorn and deride it. c-acp av-j c-acp po32 n1 vmb vvi n1; cc c-crq cst vvz, p-acp vvb cc vvi pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 118
1971 These envy the Church, while it enjoyes any thing of the world with them, and despise it, when they have robb'd it. These envy the Church, while it enjoys any thing of the world with them, and despise it, when they have robbed it. np1 n1 dt n1, cs pn31 vvz d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvb pn31, c-crq pns32 vhb vvd pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 388 Image 118
1972 2. The Contemners were the Proud; And with the Contempt of the Proud. 2. The Contemners were the Proud; And with the Contempt of the Proud. crd dt n1 vbdr dt j; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 389 Image 118
1973 They are of two sorts, 1. Such as are made so by their riches and worldly prosperity. 2. Those that are swell'd with the conceit of their Knowledge, Spiritualities, and Graces. They Are of two sorts, 1. Such as Are made so by their riches and worldly Prosperity. 2. Those that Are swelled with the conceit of their Knowledge, Spiritualities, and Graces. pns32 vbr pp-f crd n2, crd d c-acp vbr vvn av p-acp po32 n2 cc j n1. crd d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, n2, cc n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 389 Image 118
1974 For the first, It is an usual effect of worldly fulness. For the First, It is an usual Effect of worldly fullness. p-acp dt ord, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 118
1975 Riches make men haughty and insolent, saith Aristotle in his Rhetorick: And a greater than he, having described the prosperity of the wicked, adds, Therefore pride compasseth them about like a chain, Psal. 73. 6. They speak loftily, verse 8. and loftily indeed, for they set their mouth against the heavens, ver. 9. They speak with proud scorn of Religion, Riches make men haughty and insolent, Says Aristotle in his Rhetoric: And a greater than he, having described the Prosperity of the wicked, adds, Therefore pride Compasseth them about like a chain, Psalm 73. 6. They speak loftily, verse 8. and loftily indeed, for they Set their Mouth against the heavens, ver. 9. They speak with proud scorn of Religion, n2 vvb n2 j cc j, vvz np1 p-acp po31 n1: cc dt jc cs pns31, vhg vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j, vvz, av n1 vvz pno32 a-acp av-j dt n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vvb av-j, n1 crd cc av-j av, c-acp pns32 vvd po32 n1 p-acp dt n2, fw-la. crd pns32 vvb p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 118
1976 and those that are retainers to it. Proud — despisers of them that are good, 2 Tim. 3. 3. 'Tis the vanity of man, that he would fain have others to think him happy: And were it not for the considerations of Religion, and another world that it discovers, the Rich would be, of all men, the most blessed: But Religion denies this, and affronts the vanity of the great. It acquaints us with nobler and surer, with more satisfying and more lasting Riches. and those that Are retainers to it. Proud — despisers of them that Are good, 2 Tim. 3. 3. It's the vanity of man, that he would fain have Others to think him happy: And were it not for the considerations of Religion, and Another world that it discovers, the Rich would be, of all men, the most blessed: But Religion Denies this, and affronts the vanity of the great. It acquaints us with Nobler and Surer, with more satisfying and more lasting Riches. cc d cst vbr n2 p-acp pn31. j — n2 pp-f pno32 cst vbr j, crd np1 crd crd pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmd av-j vhi ng2-jn pc-acp vvi pno31 j: cc vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc j-jn n1 cst pn31 vvz, dt j vmd vbi, pp-f d n2, dt av-ds vvn: p-acp n1 vvz d, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j. pn31 vvz pno12 p-acp jc cc jc, p-acp dc vvg cc av-dc vvg n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 390 Image 118
1977 It pronounceth the wicked Rich to be miserable amid their fulness; that they are set in slippery places; that they are brought to desolation as in a moment; It pronounceth the wicked Rich to be miserable amid their fullness; that they Are Set in slippery places; that they Are brought to desolation as in a moment; pn31 vvz dt j j pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n1; cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j n2; cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1978 that they shall be consum'd with terrours, and their image, viz. the remembrance of them shall be despised, Psal. 73. On the other side, it teacheth, that the righteous is the truly rich and onely happy man; that they shall be consumed with terrors, and their image, viz. the remembrance of them shall be despised, Psalm 73. On the other side, it Teaches, that the righteous is the truly rich and only happy man; cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, cc po32 n1, n1 dt n1 pp-f pno32 vmb vbi vvn, np1 crd p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vvz, cst dt j vbz dt av-j j cc av-j j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1979 and that the little he enjoyes, is better than great riches of the ungodly, Psal. 37. 16. That he is Heir to a mighty inheritance, an heavenly inheritance an everlasting one: and that the little he enjoys, is better than great riches of the ungodly, Psalm 37. 16. That he is Heir to a mighty inheritance, an heavenly inheritance an everlasting one: cc cst dt j pns31 vvz, vbz j cs j n2 pp-f dt j, np1 crd crd cst pns31 vbz n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1 dt j crd: (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1980 to the inheritance of a Kingdom, to a Kingdom of Glory, a Kingdom among the blessed, whose crown is unmixt and unfading. This outdoth all the splendor and magnificence, all the enjoyments, expectations, and pretences of the Proud who are swell'd by their earthly Riches; to the inheritance of a Kingdom, to a Kingdom of Glory, a Kingdom among the blessed, whose crown is unmix and unfading. This outdoth all the splendour and magnificence, all the enjoyments, Expectations, and pretences of the Proud who Are swelled by their earthly Riches; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 p-acp dt vvn, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn cc j. d vdz d dt n1 cc n1, d dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f dt j r-crq vbr vvn p-acp po32 j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1981 and their pride inclines them to hate Religion for this cause; and those especially that minister in it. and their pride inclines them to hate Religion for this cause; and those especially that minister in it. cc po32 n1 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1; cc d av-j cst vvb p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1982 The wicked that are great, take it in scorn, it should be thought any greatness excels theirs; and that there are riches so much better than those which make them the adored and potent of the world. The wicked that Are great, take it in scorn, it should be Thought any greatness excels theirs; and that there Are riches so much better than those which make them the adored and potent of the world. dt j cst vbr j, vvb pn31 p-acp n1, pn31 vmd vbi vvn d n1 vvz png32; cc cst a-acp vbr n2 av d j cs d r-crq vvb pno32 dt vvn cc j pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1983 They cannot bear that the Servants of Religion, whom they have despis'd for wanting Lands and Titles, Feathers and painted Coats, should think of ever being more splendid and more happy than They: and therefore they are ready to scorn Rligion, as phantastick delusion; They cannot bear that the Servants of Religion, whom they have despised for wanting Lands and Titles, Feathers and painted Coats, should think of ever being more splendid and more happy than They: and Therefore they Are ready to scorn Religion, as fantastic delusion; pns32 vmbx vvb d dt n2 pp-f n1, ro-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp j-vvg n2 cc n2, n2 cc j-vvn n2, vmd vvi pp-f av vbg av-dc j cc av-dc j cs pns32: cc av pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi n1, p-acp j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1984 and to account the hopes of it, as the imagery of dreams. They will talk as if Heaven, and the happiness of another world, were only feign'd, to support their spirits, that want the comforts of this. And that the mysterie of living again, was but the crafty contrivance of Priests and Politicians to gain wealth, and to account the hope's of it, as the imagery of dreams. They will talk as if Heaven, and the happiness of Another world, were only feigned, to support their spirits, that want the comforts of this. And that the mystery of living again, was but the crafty contrivance of Priests and Politicians to gain wealth, cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. pns32 vmb vvi c-acp cs n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vbdr av-j vvn, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cst vvb dt n2 pp-f d. cc d dt n1 pp-f vvg av, vbds p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1985 and keep mankind in awe and observance by Romantick hopes, and causeless fears. and keep mankind in awe and observance by Romantic hope's, and causeless fears. cc vvi n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2, cc j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1986 Or, if the Church and its immediate servants partake of the good things of this world, they think it too much, for those that expect so much in another: They would have them live by Faith purely; intirely on the next world, without enjoying any thing in this. So that by all wayes of violence and oppression they endeavour to deprive them of their properties; Or, if the Church and its immediate Servants partake of the good things of this world, they think it too much, for those that expect so much in Another: They would have them live by Faith purely; entirely on the next world, without enjoying any thing in this. So that by all ways of violence and oppression they endeavour to deprive them of their properties; cc, cs dt n1 cc po31 j n2 vvi pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1, pns32 vvb pn31 av av-d, p-acp d d vvb av av-d p-acp j-jn: pns32 vmd vhi pno32 vvi p-acp n1 av-j; av-j p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp d. av cst p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f po32 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1987 and when they have made them poor and naked, they pour all manner of contempt upon them. and when they have made them poor and naked, they pour all manner of contempt upon them. cc c-crq pns32 vhb vvn pno32 j cc j, pns32 vvb d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1988 When the Church is wholly Spiritual, that is, without all earthy comforts, and enjoyments; When the Church is wholly Spiritual, that is, without all earthy comforts, and enjoyments; c-crq dt n1 vbz av-jn j, cst vbz, p-acp d j n2, cc n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1989 when the Ministers of it are cloath'd in Sack-cloth, and brought to a morsel of bread, and to an entire dependance upon what they will let them have: when the Ministers of it Are clothed in sackcloth, and brought to a morsel of bred, and to an entire dependence upon what they will let them have: c-crq dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb vvi pno32 vhi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1990 Then they clap their hands, and cry, Ha, ha! so would we have it; Then they clap their hands, and cry, Would, would! so would we have it; cs pns32 vvb po32 n2, cc vvi, uh, uh! av vmd pns12 vhi pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1991 they treat them with imperious Scorn, speaking grievous things proudly, and contemptuously against the Righteous, Psal. 31. 18. Thus of the first sort of proud Contemners of the Church. There is another, viz. they Treat them with imperious Scorn, speaking grievous things proudly, and contemptuously against the Righteous, Psalm 31. 18. Thus of the First sort of proud Contemners of the Church. There is Another, viz. pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp j n1, vvg j n2 av-j, cc av-j p-acp dt j, np1 crd crd av pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f j ng1 pp-f dt n1. pc-acp vbz j-jn, n1 (8) sermon (DIV1) 391 Image 118
1992 2. The Spiritual proud, that are lifted up above measure, in the thoughts of their priviledges and attainments. Pride takes occasion from all things: 2. The Spiritual proud, that Are lifted up above measure, in the thoughts of their privileges and attainments. Pride Takes occasion from all things: crd dt j j, cst vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2. n1 vvz n1 p-acp d n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 118
1993 and when it hath not riches and worldly honours to raise it self upon, it takes even Religion to serve its vanity. and when it hath not riches and worldly honours to raise it self upon, it Takes even Religion to serve its vanity. cc c-crq pn31 vhz xx n2 cc j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp, pn31 vvz av n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 118
1994 It sets men upon the pinnacle, yea it carries them into the clouds of imagination: and thence they Scornfully look down upon all that are not of the same phanciful height. It sets men upon the pinnacle, yea it carries them into the Clouds of imagination: and thence they Scornfully look down upon all that Are not of the same fanciful height. pn31 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1, uh pn31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: cc av pns32 av-j vvb a-acp p-acp d cst vbr xx pp-f dt d j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 118
1995 They choose unto themselves singular wayes, and heap up to themselves Teachers of their own; they put on glorious shews of spirituality and strictness; and make a more refined form of Godliness: They choose unto themselves singular ways, and heap up to themselves Teachers of their own; they put on glorious shows of spirituality and strictness; and make a more refined from of Godliness: pns32 vvb p-acp px32 j n2, cc vvb a-acp p-acp px32 ng1 pp-f po32 d; pns32 vvd p-acp j vvz pp-f n1 cc n1; cc vvi dt dc vvn p-acp pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 118
1996 And then they phancy, that they worship in a more acceptable and Spiritual manner, that they have more knowledge of Gods mind, And then they fancy, that they worship in a more acceptable and Spiritual manner, that they have more knowledge of God's mind, cc av pns32 n1, cst pns32 vvb p-acp dt dc j cc j n1, cst pns32 vhb dc n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 118
1997 and experience of his wayes, than all others: and experience of his ways, than all Others: cc vvb pp-f po31 n2, cs d n2-jn: (8) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 118
1998 And so, that they are his special favourites, and more dear unto him than all the rest of mankind. And so, that they Are his special favourites, and more dear unto him than all the rest of mankind. cc av, cst pns32 vbr po31 j n2, cc av-dc j-jn p-acp pno31 cs d dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 118
1999 That they only have pure Ordinances, and pretious truths; That they only have pure Ordinances, and precious truths; d pns32 av-j vhb j n2, cc j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 118
2000 while the rest of the Church are in darkness and the shadow of death, cover'd with the night of Ignorance and Superstition: and were it not for them, fire and brimstone, destruction and utter desolation would seize on the rest of men. while the rest of the Church Are in darkness and the shadow of death, covered with the night of Ignorance and Superstition: and were it not for them, fire and brimstone, destruction and utter desolation would seize on the rest of men. cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: cc vbdr pn31 xx p-acp pno32, n1 cc n1, n1 cc j n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 392 Image 118
2001 And being thus opinion'd of themselves, they will not mingle with the wicked, but gather into their Select companies, And being thus opinioned of themselves, they will not mingle with the wicked, but gather into their Select companies, cc vbg av vvn pp-f px32, pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt j, p-acp vvi p-acp po32 j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 118
2002 and worship after their own fashion: and worship After their own fashion: cc n1 p-acp po32 d vvi: (8) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 118
2003 They despise the publick orders of the Church, and contemn those that are not in the mode of singularity and separation. They despise the public order of the Church, and contemn those that Are not in the mode of singularity and separation. pns32 vvb dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvb d cst vbr xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 393 Image 118
2004 But especially, they look on the Ministers of the Church with the greatest and bitterest scorn: they undervalue their abilities, and defame their lives: But especially, they look on the Ministers of the Church with the greatest and Bitterest scorn: they undervalue their abilities, and defame their lives: p-acp av-j, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt js cc js n1: pns32 vvi po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2005 they talk of them, as if there were nothing but ignorance and debauchery among them. they talk of them, as if there were nothing but ignorance and debauchery among them. pns32 vvb pp-f pno32, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr pix cc-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2006 As if a man were forsaken of God and all goodness, assoon as the Church had taken him into her service; As if a man were forsaken of God and all Goodness, As soon as the Church had taken him into her service; p-acp cs dt n1 vbdr vvn pp-f np1 cc d n1, av c-acp dt n1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2007 and bereft of all understanding, and all sense of vertue and Godliness, assoon as he undertook to Minister in the publique legal places of worship. and bereft of all understanding, and all sense of virtue and Godliness, As soon as he undertook to Minister in the public Legal places of worship. cc vvn pp-f d n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp vvb p-acp dt j j n2 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2008 They greedily hunt after Stories, to make them odious and contemptible; and catch the vomit of Atheists and Drunkards to throw in their faces: They greedily hunt After Stories, to make them odious and contemptible; and catch the vomit of Atheists and Drunkards to throw in their faces: pns32 av-j vvi p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 j cc j; cc vvb dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2009 I mean, they publish, and authenticate the slanderous lies that those sots make in their more than bestial debauches; I mean, they publish, and authenticate the slanderous lies that those sots make in their more than bestial Debauches; pns11 vvb, pns32 vvi, cc j dt j n2 cst d n2 vvb p-acp po32 av-dc cs j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2010 what They intend for sport; these propagate in malice: they vent the scandalous tales among their friends, what They intend for sport; these propagate in malice: they vent the scandalous tales among their Friends, r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1; d vvi p-acp n1: pns32 vvb dt j n2 p-acp po32 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2011 for sad certainties; and confirm them with sighs, and solemn nods (as the others did with Oaths and Dammee 's) as if they were troubled at the evil they report, for sad certainties; and confirm them with sighs, and solemn nods (as the Others did with Oaths and Damned is) as if they were troubled At the evil they report, c-acp j n2; cc vvi pno32 p-acp n2, cc j vvz (c-acp dt n2-jn vdd p-acp n2 cc n1 vbz) p-acp cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n-jn pns32 vvb, (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2012 when as indeed they are then most tickled and pleased! when as indeed they Are then most tickled and pleased! c-crq c-acp av pns32 vbr av av-ds vvn cc vvn! (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2013 'Tis marrow and fatness to them to hear and tell stories of the Sons of the Church: no one can oblige them more, It's marrow and fatness to them to hear and tell stories of the Sons of the Church: no one can oblige them more, pn31|vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp vvb cc vvb n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1: dx crd vmb vvi pno32 dc, (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2014 than he that so entertains them: And when informations fail, they have good inventions to supply that want; than he that so entertains them: And when informations fail, they have good Inventions to supply that want; cs pns31 cst av vvz pno32: cc c-crq n2 vvb, pns32 vhb j n2 pc-acp vvi d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2015 so that no innocence can escape them: No vertue is protection against them. so that no innocence can escape them: No virtue is protection against them. av cst dx n1 vmb vvi pno32: av-dx n1 vbz n1 p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2016 They'l interpret every harmless action into a miscarriage; and aggravate every the smallest miscarriage with all the most heinous circumstances of guilt and villany. They'll interpret every harmless actium into a miscarriage; and aggravate every the Smallest miscarriage with all the most heinous Circumstances of guilt and villainy. pns32|vmb vvi d j n1 p-acp dt n1; cc vvi d dt js n1 p-acp d dt ds j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2017 Yea, where no blot is to be found, none to be pretended; Yea, where no blot is to be found, none to be pretended; uh, c-crq dx n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, pix pc-acp vbi vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2018 there they vilifie the vertue of those unblamable persons, as dull morality, and them as strangers to the Spirit, and Mysterie of Religion. there they vilify the virtue of those Unblamable Persons, as dull morality, and them as Strangers to the Spirit, and Mystery of Religion. a-acp pns32 vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n2, c-acp j n1, cc pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 394 Image 118
2019 But besides these, there is another sort of Proud, that are occasions of the Church's contempt: But beside these, there is Another sort of Proud, that Are occasions of the Church's contempt: cc-acp p-acp d, a-acp vbz j-jn n1 pp-f j, cst vbr n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 118
2020 men that would have themselves thought to be the only friends to it: men that would have themselves Thought to be the only Friends to it: n2 cst vmd vhi px32 vvd pc-acp vbi dt av-j n2 p-acp pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 118
2021 That will not be satisfied with their brethrens subscriptions and declarations for the Articles and Constitutions of the Church, That will not be satisfied with their Brothers' Subscriptions and declarations for the Articles and Constitutions of the Church, cst vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp po32 ng2 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 118
2022 except they will take Their Interpretations: And unless you will be of their mind in every disputed Doctrine; except they will take Their Interpretations: And unless you will be of their mind in every disputed Doctrine; c-acp pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2: cc cs pn22 vmb vbi pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d vvn n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 118
2023 you must be publish'd enemies to the Church, and suspicions will be raised upon you as secret adversaries, and dangerous persons that undermine the foundations. These would set the Church upon an indivisible point, you must be published enemies to the Church, and suspicions will be raised upon you as secret Adversaries, and dangerous Persons that undermine the foundations. These would Set the Church upon an indivisible point, pn22 vmb vbi vvn n2 p-acp dt n1, cc n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 c-acp j-jn n2, cc j n2 cst vvb dt n2. np1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 118
2024 and have it stand like a steeple invers'd. They would shut out those that have serv'd the Church to as good purpose, as any of themselves; and have it stand like a steeple inversed. They would shut out those that have served the Church to as good purpose, as any of themselves; cc vhb pn31 vvb av-j dt n1 vvn. pns32 vmd vvi av d cst vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp a-acp j n1, c-acp d pp-f px32; (8) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 118
2025 that can do it, and will in spight of their peevishness, and conceited folly. that can do it, and will in spite of their peevishness, and conceited folly. d vmb vdb pn31, cc vmb p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc vvn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 118
2026 Such men as these act as if they thought the Church had not enemies enough: they would make more divide from it, Such men as these act as if they Thought the Church had not enemies enough: they would make more divide from it, d n2 c-acp d vvi c-acp cs pns32 vvd dt n1 vhd xx n2 av-d: pns32 vmd vvi av-dc vvi p-acp pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 118
2027 if they could: and would have themselves accounted the only members and pillars of it. Whether this be the way to assert its honour and reputation; if they could: and would have themselves accounted the only members and pillars of it. Whither this be the Way to assert its honour and reputation; cs pns32 vmd: cc vmd vhi px32 vvn dt av-j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. cs d vbb dt n1 pc-acp vvb po31 n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 118
2028 or to lay the ground for more contempt; let indifferent men judge: and to their thoughts I leave it. or to lay the ground for more contempt; let indifferent men judge: and to their thoughts I leave it. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp av-dc n1; vvb j n2 vvi: cc p-acp po32 n2 pns11 vvb pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 395 Image 118
2029 I come now to the other General, viz. 2. The earnest Supplication: — Have mercy upon us, O Lord! I come now to the other General, viz. 2. The earnest Supplication: — Have mercy upon us, Oh Lord! pns11 vvb av p-acp dt j-jn j, n1 crd dt j n1: — vhb n1 p-acp pno12, uh n1! (8) sermon (DIV1) 396 Image 118
2030 This may be understood as a Petition both for, 1. Pardon: And 2. Deliverance. 1. Common contempt is a Judgement, of which sin is the ground and occasion: This may be understood as a Petition both for, 1. Pardon: And 2. Deliverance. 1. Common contempt is a Judgement, of which since is the ground and occasion: d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt vvb d p-acp, crd n1: cc crd n1. crd j n1 vbz dt n1, pp-f r-crq n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 398 Image 118
2031 and when men complain of Judgements, they should remember their offences: which if they do, with hearty penitence, and when men complain of Judgments, they should Remember their offences: which if they do, with hearty penitence, cc c-crq n2 vvb pp-f n2, pns32 vmd vvi po32 n2: r-crq cs pns32 vdb, p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 399 Image 118
2032 and due humiliation, they are then prepar'd for pardon, and may, and ought to apply themselves to God for it. and due humiliation, they Are then prepared for pardon, and may, and ought to apply themselves to God for it. cc j-jn n1, pns32 vbr av vvd p-acp n1, cc vmb, cc vmd pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp np1 p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 399 Image 118
2033 This is the first thing to be done in order to deliverance from any evil, This is the First thing to be done in order to deliverance from any evil, d vbz dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d j-jn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 399 Image 118
2034 and particularly from this: 'Tis vain to seek for the removal of the effect, while the cause is suffer'd to continue. and particularly from this: It's vain to seek for the removal of the Effect, while the cause is suffered to continue. cc av-j p-acp d: pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 399 Image 118
2035 Allow'd sin is contempt thrown upon the Majesty of God; and those that dishonour Him, shall be lightly esteem'd. Allowed since is contempt thrown upon the Majesty of God; and those that dishonour Him, shall be lightly esteemed. vvn n1 vbz n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cc d d vvb pno31, vmb vbi av-j vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 399 Image 118
2036 He must first be restored to his honour by our humbling our selves, and renouncing our sins: He must First be restored to his honour by our humbling our selves, and renouncing our Sins: pns31 vmb ord vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po12 vvg po12 n2, cc vvg po12 n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 399 Image 118
2037 and then He will be ready to deliver us in his time, from the scorning of those that are at ease, and the contempt of the proud. and then He will be ready to deliver us in his time, from the scorning of those that Are At ease, and the contempt of the proud. cc av pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f d cst vbr p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 399 Image 118
2038 For those that honour him, he will honour, 1. Sam. 2. 3. And when a mans waies please the Lord, his enemies shall be at peace with him, Prov. 16. 7. This seems to be the first thing implied in the Petition: For those that honour him, he will honour, 1. Sam. 2. 3. And when a men ways please the Lord, his enemies shall be At peace with him, Curae 16. 7. This seems to be the First thing implied in the Petition: p-acp d d vvb pno31, pns31 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd crd cc c-crq dt ng1 n2 vvb dt n1, po31 n2 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd d vvz pc-acp vbi dt ord n1 vvn p-acp dt vvb: (8) sermon (DIV1) 399 Image 118
2039 Have mercy upon us, O Lord; in the pardon of our sins. The second is for deliverance from the contempt, of which they complain: Have mercy upon us, Oh Lord; in the pardon of our Sins. The second is for deliverance from the contempt, of which they complain: vhb n1 p-acp pno12, uh n1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. dt ord vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb: (8) sermon (DIV1) 400 Image 118
2040 and so the Supplication speaks thus: Have mercy upon us, O Lord! and help us. They do not trouble themselves with Appeals and Apologies unto men; and so the Supplication speaks thus: Have mercy upon us, Oh Lord! and help us. They do not trouble themselves with Appeals and Apologies unto men; cc av dt n1 vvz av: vhb n1 p-acp pno12, uh n1! cc vvb pno12. pns32 vdb xx vvi px32 p-acp vvz cc n2 p-acp n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 401 Image 118
2041 no, 'tis a small thing with them to be judged of mans judgement, 1 Cor. 4. 3. but they make their application to Him that judgeth righteously: if He approves, 'tis no matter who condemns; no, it's a small thing with them to be judged of men judgement, 1 Cor. 4. 3. but they make their application to Him that Judgeth righteously: if He approves, it's no matter who condemns; uh-dx, pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp vbb vvn pp-f ng1 n1, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz av-j: cs pns31 vvz, pn31|vbz dx n1 r-crq vvz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2042 if He honour, let men vilifie and contemn at their peril. The Church seeks His favour and his help for deliverance: if He honour, let men vilify and contemn At their peril. The Church seeks His favour and his help for deliverance: cs pns31 n1, vvb n2 vvi cc vvi p-acp po32 n1. dt n1 vvz po31 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2043 for vain is the help of man. And it seems to be exceeding earnest, and solicitous to procure it; for vain is the help of man. And it seems to be exceeding earnest, and solicitous to procure it; c-acp j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. cc pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvg j, cc j pc-acp vvi pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2044 which is implied in the reiteration of the request, Have mercy upon us, O Lord! have mercy. which is implied in the reiteration of the request, Have mercy upon us, Oh Lord! have mercy. r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vhb n1 p-acp pno12, uh n1! vhb n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2045 Which earnestness we may not suppose to proceed only from tenderness of their own names and reputation, Which earnestness we may not suppose to proceed only from tenderness of their own names and reputation, r-crq n1 pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n1 pp-f po32 d n2 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2046 as if their being disvalued were so very grievous a thing to them: as if their being disvalue were so very grievous a thing to them: c-acp cs po32 n1 vvn vbdr av av j dt n1 p-acp pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2047 No, there was more in it, the honour of God was concern'd, and they were vilified and despised because of their Relation to Him: No, there was more in it, the honour of God was concerned, and they were vilified and despised Because of their Relation to Him: dx, pc-acp vbds dc p-acp pn31, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn, cc pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp pp-f po32 n1 p-acp pno31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2048 For his sake they suffer'd reproach, Psal. 69. 7. and the reproaches of them that reproached thee, saith the Psalmist, ver. 9. are faln upon me. For his sake they suffered reproach, Psalm 69. 7. and the Reproaches of them that reproached thee, Says the Psalmist, ver. 9. Are fallen upon me. c-acp po31 n1 pns32 vvd n1, np1 crd crd cc dt n2 pp-f pno32 cst vvd pno21, vvz dt n1, fw-la. crd vbr vvn p-acp pno11. (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2049 Those that despise the Church, and its Servants, first despised God, and Religion: Those that despise the Church, and its Servants, First despised God, and Religion: d cst vvb dt n1, cc po31 n2, ord vvn np1, cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2050 And 'tis the interest that his Glory hath in its contempt, that makes them in the Text so sensible, and so earnest. And it's the Interest that his Glory hath in its contempt, that makes them in the Text so sensible, and so earnest. cc pn31|vbz dt n1 cst po31 n1 vhz p-acp po31 n1, cst vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 av j, cc av j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2051 When men hate and contemn their Prince, and his Government, they will scarce dare to vent their spite immediately against him: but do it against his Ministers, and Favorites: When men hate and contemn their Prince, and his Government, they will scarce Dare to vent their spite immediately against him: but do it against his Ministers, and Favorites: c-crq n2 vvb cc vvi po32 n1, cc po31 n1, pns32 vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n1 av-j p-acp pno31: p-acp vdi pn31 p-acp po31 n2, cc n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2052 in like manner, the contemptuous enemies of God carry themselves to him and to his Messengers, and Servants: in like manner, the contemptuous enemies of God carry themselves to him and to his Messengers, and Servants: p-acp j n1, dt j n2 pp-f np1 vvi px32 p-acp pno31 cc p-acp po31 n2, cc n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2053 they give him a little formality of complement and respect; they give him a little formality of compliment and respect; pns32 vvb pno31 dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2054 but pour all possible scorn and reproach upon them: But 'tis for his sake they are thus slain all the day long; but pour all possible scorn and reproach upon them: But it's for his sake they Are thus slave all the day long; cc-acp vvb d j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32: cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp po31 n1 pns32 vbr av vvn d dt n1 av-j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2055 and He knows where the contempt, and enmity begins; so that when we are scorn'd on the account of Religion, we may resent it, and He knows where the contempt, and enmity begins; so that when we Are scorned on the account of Religion, we may resent it, cc pns31 vvz c-crq dt n1, cc n1 vvz; av cst c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb vvi pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2056 and ought so far as to be earnest with God for deliverance, because his honour is concern'd with ours. and ought so Far as to be earnest with God for deliverance, Because his honour is concerned with ours. cc vmd av av-j c-acp pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1 p-acp n1, c-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp png12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 402 Image 118
2057 But this will be matter of particular Application and Address, and therefore I say no more of it in this place; But this will be matter of particular Application and Address, and Therefore I say no more of it in this place; p-acp d vmb vbi n1 pp-f j n1 cc vvi, cc av pns11 vvb av-dx dc pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 403 Image 118
2058 but descend to apply the discourse for our Instruction and Practice. I Infer First, That no Church upon Earth can secure it self from contempt. but descend to apply the discourse for our Instruction and Practice. I Infer First, That no Church upon Earth can secure it self from contempt. cc-acp vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. pns11 vvb ord, cst dx n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi pn31 n1 p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 403 Image 118
2059 This of the Jews was Gods own constitution; This of the jews was God's own constitution; d pp-f dt np2 vbds npg1 d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 404 Image 118
2060 a Church of his framing, not only in the essentials, but in the circumstances of it: a Church of his framing, not only in the essentials, but in the Circumstances of it: dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg, xx av-j p-acp dt n2-jn, p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 404 Image 118
2061 A Church inlightned by Prophets, founded on Miracles, and incouraged by the more than ordinary presence of God with them: A Church enlightened by prophets, founded on Miracles, and encouraged by the more than ordinary presence of God with them: dt n1 vvn p-acp n2, vvn p-acp n2, cc vvn p-acp dt av-dc cs j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 404 Image 118
2062 and yet even They were a reproach to their neighbours, a scorn and derision to them that were round about them, Psal. 79. 4. Their souls were filled with the scorning of those that were at ease, and yet even They were a reproach to their neighbours, a scorn and derision to them that were round about them, Psalm 79. 4. Their Souls were filled with the scorning of those that were At ease, cc av av pns32 vbdr dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbdr av-j p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f d cst vbdr p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 404 Image 118
2063 and with the contempt of the proud. and with the contempt of the proud. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 404 Image 118
2064 And the Christian Church that succeeds into all their priviledges, and hath the addition of more and greater; That also hath undergone heavy burdens of contempt ever since it appear'd in the world. And the Christian Church that succeeds into all their privileges, and hath the addition of more and greater; That also hath undergone heavy burdens of contempt ever since it appeared in the world. cc dt njp n1 cst vvz p-acp d po32 n2, cc vhz dt n1 pp-f dc cc jc; d av vhz vvn j n2 pp-f n1 av c-acp pn31 vvd p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 405 Image 118
2065 The Author of it was the Son of God, God blessed for ever; the brightness of his Fathers Glory, and express image of his person; The Author of it was the Son of God, God blessed for ever; the brightness of his Father's Glory, and express image of his person; dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 vvn p-acp av; dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, cc j n1 pp-f po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 405 Image 118
2066 and yet He was despised and rejected of men, Isa. 53. 3. they hid their faces from him, and esteemed him not; and yet He was despised and rejected of men, Isaiah 53. 3. they hid their faces from him, and esteemed him not; cc av pns31 vbds vvn cc vvn pp-f n2, np1 crd crd pns32 vvd po32 n2 p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno31 xx; (8) sermon (DIV1) 405 Image 118
2067 as Isaiah Prophesyed, and the event made good. as Isaiah Prophesied, and the event made good. p-acp np1 vvd, cc dt n1 vvd j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 405 Image 118
2068 He came unto his own, and they received him not; yea, they rejected him with contempt: He Come unto his own, and they received him not; yea, they rejected him with contempt: pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d, cc pns32 vvd pno31 xx; uh, pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 405 Image 118
2069 They reproach'd him in his Life, as a Wine-bibber, a Glutton, a friend of Publicans and sinners; In his Doctrines, as a Deceiver, and Blasphemer; In his Miracles, as a Conjurer and Magician, and one that cast out Devils by Belzebub; They reproached him in his Life, as a Winebibber, a Glutton, a friend of Publicans and Sinners; In his Doctrines, as a Deceiver, and Blasphemer; In his Miracles, as a Conjurer and Magician, and one that cast out Devils by Belzebub; pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2; p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt n1, cc n1; p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc pi cst vvd av n2 p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 405 Image 118
2070 in his Declarations, and rightful claims, as an ignominious Impostor: And at his Death, they loaded him with all the marks of contempt and reproach imaginable: in his Declarations, and rightful claims, as an ignominious Impostor: And At his Death, they loaded him with all the marks of contempt and reproach imaginable: p-acp po31 n2, cc j n2, c-acp dt j n1: cc p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 405 Image 118
2071 Seiz'd him with Swords and Staves, like a Murderer or a Thief; Seized him with Swords and Staves, like a Murderer or a Thief; vvn pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2, av-j dt n1 cc dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 405 Image 118
2072 condemn'd him by a publique cry, as one not fit to live upon the earth, Away with him; Crucifie him, crucifie him; condemned him by a public cry, as one not fit to live upon the earth, Away with him; Crucify him, crucify him; vvn pno31 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp crd xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, av p-acp pno31; vvi pno31, vvi pno31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 405 Image 118
2073 Buffeted him, Spit upon him, hung him up on an infamous tree, as a vile person between two notorious Malefactors. Buffeted him, Spit upon him, hung him up on an infamous tree, as a vile person between two notorious Malefactors. vvn pno31, vvb p-acp pno31, vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp dt j n1, c-acp dt j n1 p-acp crd j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 405 Image 118
2074 And if the Master had such usage, what were the servants to expect? If He be call'd Belzebub, what must they look for? Matth. 10. 25. They could expect no other than contempt and reproach, and they had it in full measure. And if the Master had such usage, what were the Servants to expect? If He be called Belzebub, what must they look for? Matthew 10. 25. They could expect no other than contempt and reproach, and they had it in full measure. cc cs dt n1 vhd d n1, r-crq vbdr dt n2 pc-acp vvi? cs pns31 vbb vvn np1, r-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp? np1 crd crd pns32 vmd vvi dx n-jn cs n1 cc n1, cc pns32 vhd pn31 p-acp j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 405 Image 118
2075 The Apostles, and immediate Messengers of the holy Jesus, were accounted as madmen, bablers, deceivers of the people; The Apostles, and immediate Messengers of the holy jesus, were accounted as madmen, babblers, deceivers of the people; dt n2, cc j n2 pp-f dt j np1, vbdr vvn p-acp n2, n2, n2 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 406 Image 118
2076 and setters forth of strange Gods; their way and Doctrines, foolishness, cunningly devised fables, every where spoken against. and setters forth of strange God's; their Way and Doctrines, foolishness, cunningly devised fables, every where spoken against. cc n2 av pp-f j n2; po32 n1 cc n2, n1, av-jn vvn n2, d c-crq vvn p-acp. (8) sermon (DIV1) 406 Image 118
2077 Their persons treated infamously with Whips, and publique scorns: Their Persons treated infamously with Whips, and public scorns: po32 n2 vvd av-j p-acp n2, cc j n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 406 Image 118
2078 And the disciples that were made by their Ministry and endeavours, had trial of cruel mockings, and scourgings, bonds and imprisonment; and were forced to wander about in Sheep-kins and Goat-skins, destitute, afflicted, tormented, as the Apostle speaks to the Hebrews, Heb. 11. And the Disciples that were made by their Ministry and endeavours, had trial of cruel mockings, and scourgings, bonds and imprisonment; and were forced to wander about in Sheep-kins and Goatskins, destitute, afflicted, tormented, as the Apostle speaks to the Hebrews, Hebrew 11. cc dt n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n2, vhd n1 pp-f j n2, cc n2, n2 cc n1; cc vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp j cc n2, j, j-vvn, j-vvn, p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt njp2, np1 crd (8) sermon (DIV1) 406 Image 118
2079 They suffered reproach from the carnal proud, their enemies without, Jews and Heathens: and from the spiritual proud that pretended to be within, the Gnosticks, those vile Fanaticks of the first times, who boasted that they were more knowing, They suffered reproach from the carnal proud, their enemies without, jews and heathens: and from the spiritual proud that pretended to be within, the Gnostics, those vile Fanatics of the First times, who boasted that they were more knowing, pns32 vvd n1 p-acp dt j j, po32 n2 p-acp, np2 cc n2-jn: cc p-acp dt j j cst vvd pc-acp vbi a-acp, dt n2, d j n2-jn pp-f dt ord n2, r-crq vvd cst pns32 vbdr av-dc j-vvg, (8) sermon (DIV1) 407 Image 118
2080 and more spiritual than all others; that they better understood, yea, only understood the mysterie of Religion; and more spiritual than all Others; that they better understood, yea, only understood the mystery of Religion; cc av-dc j cs d n2-jn; cst pns32 av-j vvd, uh, av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 407 Image 118
2081 they spoke swelling words of vanity, had mens persons in admiration, heap'd up teachers, crept into houses, led captive silly women, despised dominions, spoke evil of dignities, caused divisions, separated themselves, as they are described by the Apostles: they spoke swelling words of vanity, had men's Persons in admiration, heaped up Teachers, crept into houses, led captive silly women, despised Dominions, spoke evil of dignities, caused divisions, separated themselves, as they Are described by the Apostles: pns32 vvd vvg n2 pp-f n1, vhd ng2 n2 p-acp n1, vvn p-acp n2, vvn p-acp n2, vvd j-jn j n2, j-vvn n2, vvd n-jn pp-f n2, vvd n2, vvd px32, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 407 Image 118
2082 These despised the true Church, and all the sober members of it, as people of a low Form, These despised the true Church, and all the Sobrium members of it, as people of a low From, d vvd dt j n1, cc d dt j n2 pp-f pn31, c-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 407 Image 118
2083 and utterly unacquainted with the heights and spiritualities of the Gospel; and therefore they scorn'd their company, and communion, and went out from among them. and utterly unacquainted with the heights and spiritualities of the Gospel; and Therefore they scorned their company, and communion, and went out from among them. cc av-j j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; cc av pns32 vvd po32 n1, cc n1, cc vvd av p-acp p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 407 Image 118
2084 I need not further prosecute the relation of the Churches usage in those old times: These last accounts lead my thoughts to our own; I need not further prosecute the Relation of the Churches usage in those old times: These last accounts led my thoughts to our own; pns11 vvb xx av-jc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp d j n2: d ord n2 vvi po11 n2 p-acp po12 d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 408 Image 118
2085 and perhaps there have been none from the beginning which more sadly prove, that no Church can be secure from contempt, than these. and perhaps there have been none from the beginning which more sadly prove, that no Church can be secure from contempt, than these. cc av pc-acp vhi vbn pix p-acp dt n1 r-crq av-dc av-j vvi, cst dx n1 vmb vbi j p-acp n1, cs d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 408 Image 118
2086 By the blessing of God we enjoy a Constitution, Apostolical in its Doctrine, Primitive in its Government; decent in its Ceremonies; grave and pious in its Liturgy; We have the Scriptures, the Creeds, the Sacraments, the main Ordinances, By the blessing of God we enjoy a Constitution, Apostolical in its Doctrine, Primitive in its Government; decent in its Ceremonies; grave and pious in its Liturgy; We have the Scriptures, the Creeds, the Sacraments, the main Ordinances, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vvb dt n1, j p-acp po31 n1, j p-acp po31 n1; j p-acp po31 n2; j cc j p-acp po31 n1; pns12 vhb dt n2, dt n2, dt n2, dt j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 409 Image 118
2087 and Duties of the first and purest times; and Duties of the First and Purest times; cc n2 pp-f dt ord cc js n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 409 Image 118
2088 we are freed from Idolatries, Superstitions, and other corruptions of the Roman Church, on this hand; we Are freed from Idolatries, Superstitions, and other corruptions of the Roman Church, on this hand; pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n2, n2, cc j-jn n2 pp-f dt np1 n1, p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 409 Image 118
2089 and clear from the vanities, and Enthusiasms that have overspread some pretended Protestants on that; our Church hath rejected the painted bravery of the one; and clear from the vanities, and Enthusiasms that have overspread Some pretended Protestants on that; our Church hath rejected the painted bravery of the one; cc j p-acp dt n2, cc n2 cst vhb vvn d vvd n2 p-acp d; po12 n1 vhz vvn dt vvn n1 pp-f dt crd; (8) sermon (DIV1) 409 Image 118
2090 and provided against the sordid slovenliness of the other. and provided against the sordid slovenliness of the other. cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 409 Image 118
2091 Her cloathing is decent and not gaudy; Hath all that which may assist reverence, without any thing that can directly minister to vanity or superstition. Her clothing is decent and not gaudy; Hath all that which may assist Reverence, without any thing that can directly minister to vanity or Superstition. po31 n1 vbz j cc xx j; vhz d cst r-crq vmb vvi vvi, p-acp d n1 cst vmb av-j vvi p-acp n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 409 Image 118
2092 It is a Church reformed by grave Councils, and not by popular Tumults; fram'd to primitive patterns, and not to modern phancies; It is a Church reformed by grave Councils, and not by popular Tumults; framed to primitive patterns, and not to modern fancies; pn31 vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp j n2, cc xx p-acp j n2; vvn p-acp j n2, cc xx p-acp j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 410 Image 118
2093 conducted by Reverend Prelates, and not left to the pride and ignorance of Novices, or factious multitudes. conducted by Reverend Prelates, and not left to the pride and ignorance of novices, or factious Multitudes. vvn p-acp n-jn n2, cc xx vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, cc j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 410 Image 118
2094 And now, one would think, that such a Church as this, might escape the contempt of the Proud, and that it would be rever'd (at least) among the professors of the same Faith and Religion. But alas! And now, one would think, that such a Church as this, might escape the contempt of the Proud, and that it would be revered (At least) among the professors of the same Faith and Religion. But alas! cc av, pi vmd vvi, cst d dt n1 c-acp d, vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn (p-acp ds) p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt d n1 cc n1. p-acp uh! (8) sermon (DIV1) 410 Image 118
2095 how much otherwise is our case! how much otherwise is our case! c-crq d av vbz po12 n1! (8) sermon (DIV1) 410 Image 118
2096 we are exceedingly contemn'd; our soul is exceedingly filled with the scorning of those that are at ease, we Are exceedingly contemned; our soul is exceedingly filled with the scorning of those that Are At ease, pns12 vbr av-vvg vvd; po12 n1 vbz av-vvg vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f d cst vbr p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 410 Image 118
2097 and with the conptempt of the proud. and with the conptempt of the proud. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 410 Image 118
2098 Never any Church had more just reason to take up this sad complaint of the Text than this. Never any Church had more just reason to take up this sad complaint of the Text than this. av-x d n1 vhd dc j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 cs d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 410 Image 118
2099 For, its Government, the most Apostolical, and most Catholick, is decryed by the spiritual proud, as Antichristian and Tyrannical: Its worship, the purest and most primitive, reproach'd as Idolatrous, and avoided by them as the Plague: For, its Government, the most Apostolical, and most Catholic, is decried by the spiritual proud, as Antichristian and Tyrannical: Its worship, the Purest and most primitive, reproached as Idolatrous, and avoided by them as the Plague: p-acp, po31 n1, dt ds j, cc ds njp, vbz vvn p-acp dt j j, p-acp jp cc j: pn31 n1, dt js cc ds j, vvn p-acp j, cc vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 411 Image 118
2100 Its Liturgy (the best in the world) loaded with contempt, and made a common Theme of derision: Its Liturgy (the best in the world) loaded with contempt, and made a Common Theme of derision: pn31|vbz n1 (dt av-js p-acp dt n1) vvd p-acp n1, cc vvd dt j n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 411 Image 118
2101 Its discipline made void by every one that pleaseth; observ'd by very few out of Conscience, and by none out of Fear: Its discipline made void by every one that Pleases; observed by very few out of Conscience, and by none out of fear: pn31|vbz n1 vvd j p-acp d pi cst vvz; vvn p-acp j d av pp-f n1, cc p-acp pix av pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 411 Image 118
2102 Its penalties the greatest (its Excommunications that were so justly terrible heretofore) slighted and despised, as if they were but meer Buggs and Scare-crows: Its Ceremonies, those few comely Rites it enjoyes, declam'd against with loud outcries, Its penalties the greatest (its Excommunications that were so justly terrible heretofore) slighted and despised, as if they were but mere Bugs and Scarecrows: Its Ceremonies, those few comely Rites it enjoys, declaimed against with loud Outcries, pn31|vbz n2 dt js (po31 n2 cst vbdr av av-j j av) vvn cc vvn, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr p-acp j n2 cc n2: pn31|vbz n2, d d j n2 pn31 vvz, vvn p-acp p-acp j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 411 Image 118
2103 as superstitious and abominable; and its publick places of worship (those sacred houses of God) deserted, as superstitious and abominable; and its public places of worship (those sacred houses of God) deserted, c-acp j cc j; cc po31 j n2 pp-f vvb (d j n2 pp-f np1) vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 411 Image 118
2104 as if their walls were infected; and exchang'd for private corners. as if their walls were infected; and exchanged for private corners. c-acp cs po32 n2 vbdr vvn; cc vvn p-acp j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 411 Image 118
2105 Such contempt is pour'd upon this excellent Church, and all this reproach it suffers from the spiritual proud, who think themselves wiser than the Aged, not because they keep, but because they break the Laws, Such contempt is poured upon this excellent Church, and all this reproach it suffers from the spiritual proud, who think themselves Wiser than the Aged, not Because they keep, but Because they break the Laws, d n1 vbz vvn p-acp d j n1, cc d d n1 pn31 vvz p-acp dt j j, r-crq vvb px32 jc cs dt j-vvn, xx c-acp pns32 vvi, p-acp c-acp pns32 vvb dt n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 118
2106 and phancy they are inlightned enough to be a Law unto themselves, without needing the Rules of other Governours, and fancy they Are enlightened enough to be a Law unto themselves, without needing the Rules of other Governors, cc n1 pns32 vbr vvn d pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp px32, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 118
2107 than those of their own Imaginations. than those of their own Imaginations. cs d pp-f po32 d n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 118
2108 In the last days shall come Scoffers, walking after their own lusts, 2 Pet. 3. 3. Pharisaical as well Dehauch'd Scoffers, who walk after their phantastical, as the others do after their carnal lusts; In the last days shall come Scoffers, walking After their own Lustiest, 2 Pet. 3. 3. Pharisaical as well Dehauched Scoffers, who walk After their fantastical, as the Others do After their carnal Lustiest; p-acp dt ord n2 vmb vvi n2, vvg p-acp po32 d n2, crd np1 crd crd j c-acp av j-vvn n2, r-crq vvb p-acp po32 j, p-acp dt n2-jn vdb p-acp po32 j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 118
2109 and therefore despise and contemn all Laws that should bound and restrain them. and Therefore despise and contemn all Laws that should bound and restrain them. cc av vvb cc vvi d n2 cst vmd vvi cc vvi pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 412 Image 118
2110 But the Church suffers contempt also from the other sort, the carnal proud have her exceedingly in derision, and make mouths at her. And we are faln into an Age, in which to be a Church, and to profess Religion, not this, or that, but any, is occasion enough, with some (and God knows not a few) for contempt and scorning. But the Church suffers contempt also from the other sort, the carnal proud have her exceedingly in derision, and make mouths At her. And we Are fallen into an Age, in which to be a Church, and to profess Religion, not this, or that, but any, is occasion enough, with Some (and God knows not a few) for contempt and scorning. p-acp dt n1 vvz n1 av p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt j j vhb po31 av-vvg p-acp n1, cc vvi n2 p-acp pno31. cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1, xx d, cc cst, p-acp d, vbz n1 av-d, p-acp d (cc np1 vvz xx dt d) p-acp n1 cc vvg. (8) sermon (DIV1) 413 Image 118
2111 The fool, in old time, said in his heart, There no God, Psal. 14. 1. but that folly hath put off its modesty in ours: and vile men now set more than their hearts against the Heavens, Psal. 73. 9. 'Tis wit to deride Religion, The fool, in old time, said in his heart, There no God, Psalm 14. 1. but that folly hath put off its modesty in ours: and vile men now Set more than their hearts against the Heavens, Psalm 73. 9. It's wit to deride Religion, dt n1, p-acp j n1, vvd p-acp po31 n1, a-acp dx n1, np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 vhz vvn a-acp po31 n1 p-acp png12: cc j n2 av vvn av-dc cs po32 n2 p-acp dt n2, np1 crd crd pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vvi n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 413 Image 118
2112 and modish accomplishment to make merriment of things Sacred. As if we were past the dispensation of disputing against God; and modish accomplishment to make merriment of things Sacred. As if we were passed the Dispensation of disputing against God; cc j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n2 j. p-acp cs pns12 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 413 Image 118
2113 and were so certain that he is not, or not to be worshipped, that there were no more to be done now, and were so certain that he is not, or not to be worshipped, that there were no more to be done now, cc vbdr av j cst pns31 vbz xx, cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn, cst a-acp vbdr dx dc pc-acp vbi vdn av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 413 Image 118
2114 but to laugh at the silly belief of his Existence, and the vain folly of adoring Him. but to laugh At the silly belief of his Existence, and the vain folly of adoring Him. cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f vvg pno31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 413 Image 118
2115 To this height we are come, and by it have out-done the impudence of all former times; To this height we Are come, and by it have outdone the impudence of all former times; p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr vvn, cc p-acp pn31 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f d j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 118
2116 and what we are to expect if this bold impiety be not stopt, is very sad, but very easie to foresee. What are the effects of it at present, we know; and what we Are to expect if this bold impiety be not stopped, is very sad, but very easy to foresee. What Are the effects of it At present, we know; cc r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi cs d j n1 vbb xx vvn, vbz j j, p-acp j j pc-acp vvi. q-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp j, pns12 vvb; (8) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 118
2117 and the Church wofully feels in the extream contempt and scorn that is upon it. and the Church woefully feels in the extreme contempt and scorn that is upon it. cc dt n1 av-j vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 118
2118 And by reason of the one sort of proud contemners, and the other, it may too justly complain in the words of the Jewish Church in the Lamentations, I am a derision to all my people; And by reason of the one sort of proud contemners, and the other, it may too justly complain in the words of the Jewish Church in the Lamentations, I am a derision to all my people; cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt crd n1 pp-f j n2, cc dt n-jn, pn31 vmb av av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt jp n1 p-acp dt n2, pns11 vbm dt n1 p-acp d po11 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 118
2119 and their Song all the day; and their Song all the day; cc po32 n1 d dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 118
2120 and in the language of the Prophet, How do I sit solitary, that was full of people! and in the language of the Prophet, How do I fit solitary, that was full of people! cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, q-crq vdb pns11 vvi j, cst vbds j pp-f n1! (8) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 118
2121 my ways mourn because few come to my solemn Feasts; my Gates are desolate. my ways mourn Because few come to my solemn Feasts; my Gates Are desolate. po11 n2 vvi c-acp d vvb p-acp po11 j n2; po11 n2 vbr j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 118
2122 My Priests sigh, and the precious Sons of Sion, comparable to fine Gold, are esteem'd as earthen pitchers, the work of the hands of the Potter. My Priests sighs, and the precious Sons of Sion, comparable to fine Gold, Are esteemed as earthen pitchers, the work of the hands of the Potter. po11 ng1 n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f np1, j p-acp j n1, vbr vvn p-acp j n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 118
2123 My adversaries are the chief, my enemies prosper; all my persecutors overtake me between the straights. My Adversaries Are the chief, my enemies prosper; all my persecutors overtake me between the straights. po11 n2 vbr dt j-jn, po11 n2 vvb; d po11 n2 vvb pno11 p-acp dt n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 118
2124 They hiss, and gnash their teeth, and say, We have swallowed her up: Certainly this is the day we looked for, we have found, we have seen it. They hiss, and gnash their teeth, and say, We have swallowed her up: Certainly this is the day we looked for, we have found, we have seen it. pns32 vvb, cc vvi po32 n2, cc vvi, pns12 vhb vvn pno31 a-acp: av-j d vbz dt n1 pns12 vvd p-acp, pns12 vhb vvn, pns12 vhb vvn pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 118
2125 This is our case, and O Lord, have mercy upon us: have mercy upon us; for none other fighteth for us, but only thou, O God. This is our case, and Oh Lord, have mercy upon us: have mercy upon us; for none other fights for us, but only thou, Oh God. d vbz po12 n1, cc uh n1, vhb n1 p-acp pno12: vhn n1 p-acp pno12; p-acp pix j-jn vvz p-acp pno12, cc-acp av-j pns21, uh np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 414 Image 118
2126 II. SInce we cannot be secure from contempt, let us endeavour not to deserve it; II SInce we cannot be secure from contempt, let us endeavour not to deserve it; crd c-acp pns12 vmbx vbi j p-acp n1, vvb pno12 vvb xx p-acp vvb pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 415 Image 118
2127 nor give occasion to that hatred and scorn which is upon the Church and its members. nor give occasion to that hatred and scorn which is upon the Church and its members. ccx vvb n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 415 Image 118
2128 This I shall take liberty to address, (1.) To my Brethren of the Clergy; and (2.) To the people that are yet in communion with us. This I shall take liberty to address, (1.) To my Brothers of the Clergy; and (2.) To the people that Are yet in communion with us. d pns11 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi, (crd) p-acp po11 n2 pp-f dt n1; cc (crd) p-acp dt n1 cst vbr av p-acp n1 p-acp pno12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 415 Image 118
2129 1. As for Vs, we are sure to be the first, and deepest sharers of the contempt that is upon the Church: 1. As for Us, we Are sure to be the First, and Deepest sharers of the contempt that is upon the Church: crd p-acp p-acp pno12, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vbi dt ord, cc js-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 118
2130 And how it is with us at this day by reason of it, is easie to see, but deplorable to consider. And how it is with us At this day by reason of it, is easy to see, but deplorable to Consider. cc c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 pp-f pn31, vbz j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp j pc-acp vvi. (8) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 118
2131 I desire not to speak fond, or overweaning things, but this I think I may say with justice, That no Church in the world enjoyes a more truly learned, and sober Clergy than this; I desire not to speak found, or overweening things, but this I think I may say with Justice, That no Church in the world enjoys a more truly learned, and Sobrium Clergy than this; pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi j, cc j-vvg n2, cc-acp d pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cst dx n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz dt av-dc av-j vvn, cc j n1 cs d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 118
2132 and with as much truth I may affirm, That no Clergy upon earth undergoes so great a burden of contempt. and with as much truth I may affirm, That no Clergy upon earth undergoes so great a burden of contempt. cc p-acp p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi, cst dx n1 p-acp n1 vvz av j dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 118
2133 The Heathens of all times, and places of the world have had reverence for their Priests: The heathens of all times, and places of the world have had Reverence for their Priests: dt n2-jn pp-f d n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb vhn n1 p-acp po32 n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 118
2134 the Jews and Turks sacred respect for theirs; the people of the Greek Churches pay great venerations to the meanest of the Priesthood; the jews and Turks sacred respect for theirs; the people of the Greek Churches pay great venerations to the Meanest of the Priesthood; dt np2 cc n2 j n1 p-acp png32; dt n1 pp-f dt jp n2 vvb j n2 p-acp dt js pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 118
2135 the Romanists are very respectful to them. Yea, even the several Classes of Sects among us, reverence their Teachers: the Romanists Are very respectful to them. Yea, even the several Classes of Sects among us, Reverence their Teachers: dt np1 vbr av j p-acp pno32. uh, av dt j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pno12, vvb po32 n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 118
2136 So that the dueness of respect to the Ministers of Religion, seems to be the common acknowledgement of mankind; So that the dueness of respect to the Ministers of Religion, seems to be the Common acknowledgement of mankind; av cst dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvz pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 118
2137 grounded upon the Relation they have to God, as his Embassadours, and Stewards of his Mysteries; and the nobleness and importance of the business they are employed in, the conducting the souls of men to everlasting happiness. grounded upon the Relation they have to God, as his ambassadors, and Stewards of his Mysteres; and the nobleness and importance of the business they Are employed in, the conducting the Souls of men to everlasting happiness. vvn p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhb p-acp np1, c-acp po31 n2, cc n2 pp-f po31 n2; cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp, dt vvg dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 416 Image 118
2138 But we, the Clergy of this Church, and only we, seem to be cut off from the common acknowledg'd rights of Priesthood: But we, the Clergy of this Church, and only we, seem to be Cut off from the Common acknowledged rights of Priesthood: p-acp pns12, dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc av-j pns12, vvb pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt j vvn n2-jn pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 417 Image 118
2139 as if there were an exception against us in the general Rule, and all the Ministers of Religion were to be honour'd, as if there were an exception against us in the general Rule, and all the Ministers of Religion were to be honoured, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dt n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f n1 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 417 Image 118
2140 except those of the Church of England. In all cases else, greatness of Relation, and dignity of employment give title to respect: except those of the Church of England. In all cases Else, greatness of Relation, and dignity of employment give title to respect: c-acp d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. p-acp d n2 av, n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 vvb n1 p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 417 Image 118
2141 But in this, where the Relation is to the highest, and the business is about things most worthy, and most necessary, the practice is quite otherwise: But in this, where the Relation is to the highest, and the business is about things most worthy, and most necessary, the practice is quite otherwise: cc-acp p-acp d, c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp dt js, cc dt n1 vbz p-acp n2 av-ds j, cc ds j, dt n1 vbz av av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 118
2142 and we are exposed by our character and employment to disesteem and neglect. 'Tis true, we are guilty of many sins and imperfections, that may occasion disrespect; and we Are exposed by our character and employment to disesteem and neglect. It's true, we Are guilty of many Sins and imperfections, that may occasion disrespect; cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvb cc vvi. pn31|vbz j, pns12 vbr j pp-f d n2 cc n2, cst vmb vvi n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 118
2143 but I hope, not in proportion to the contempt that is upon us. but I hope, not in proportion to the contempt that is upon us. cc-acp pns11 vvb, xx p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 118
2144 In judging of all others, men make abatements in consideration of the weakness of humane nature: In judging of all Others, men make abatements in consideration of the weakness of humane nature: p-acp vvg pp-f d n2-jn, n2 vvb n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 118
2145 But we are under the Law (I mean as to mens censures) and are judg'd by the strictest severities: there is no mitigation, no pardon for us, But we Are under the Law (I mean as to men's censures) and Are judged by the Strictest severities: there is no mitigation, no pardon for us, cc-acp pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 (pns11 vvb a-acp p-acp ng2 n2) cc vbr vvn p-acp dt js n2: a-acp vbz dx n1, dx vvb p-acp pno12, (8) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 118
2146 and it will not be considered that we are but dust. and it will not be considered that we Are but dust. cc pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn cst pns12 vbr p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 418 Image 118
2147 Yea every Mote in our eye, is made a beam, every infirmity is blown up to an height of villany; and every vice of which any person among us is guilty, is reflected upon the whole Order. Yea every Mote in our eye, is made a beam, every infirmity is blown up to an height of villainy; and every vice of which any person among us is guilty, is reflected upon the Whole Order. uh d vmb p-acp po12 n1, vbz vvn dt n1, d n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc d n1 pp-f r-crq d n1 p-acp pno12 vbz j, vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 419 Image 118
2148 So that were it not for the right we expect at a juster Bar, than that of mans judgement, we were of all men the most miserable: So that were it not for the right we expect At a juster Bar, than that of men judgement, we were of all men the most miserable: av cst vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt j-jn pns12 vvb p-acp dt jc n1, cs d pp-f ng1 n1, pns12 vbdr pp-f d n2 dt av-ds j: (8) sermon (DIV1) 420 Image 118
2149 for we are treated here, as if we had no claim to the civility and good nature of mankind, for we Are treated Here, as if we had no claim to the civility and good nature of mankind, c-acp pns12 vbr vvn av, c-acp cs pns12 vhd dx n1 p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 420 Image 118
2150 but were either another race of creatures, or out laws of this. The Apostle suppos'd it reasonable, we should be counted worthy of double honour; but the world thinks single respect too much for us, and treble contempt scarce enough. but were either Another raze of creatures, or out laws of this. The Apostle supposed it reasonable, we should be counted worthy of double honour; but the world thinks single respect too much for us, and triple contempt scarce enough. cc-acp vbdr d j-jn n1 pp-f n2, cc av n2 pp-f d. dt n1 vvn pn31 j, pns12 vmd vbi vvn j pp-f j-jn n1; p-acp dt n1 vvz j vvb av av-d p-acp pno12, cc j n1 av-j av-d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 420 Image 118
2151 We are gone over as the stones in the street, by the carnal proud, and reckon'd as the dirt of it by the spiritual Scorners: We Are gone over as the stones in the street, by the carnal proud, and reckoned as the dirt of it by the spiritual Scorner's: pns12 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j j, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j ng1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 420 Image 118
2152 Yea, there are scarce any whose condition is so bad, or so low, but think themselves good enough, Yea, there Are scarce any whose condition is so bad, or so low, but think themselves good enough, uh, pc-acp vbr av-j d rg-crq n1 vbz av j, cc av j, cc-acp vvb px32 av-j av-d, (8) sermon (DIV1) 420 Image 118
2153 and great enough to despise us. and great enough to despise us. cc j av-d pc-acp vvi pno12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 420 Image 118
2154 We look not for the great honours and venerations of the world, and 'tis not fit we should; We look not for the great honours and venerations of the world, and it's not fit we should; pns12 vvb xx p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pn31|vbz xx j pns12 vmd; (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2155 but yet, there is no man, that is not stupid, but would be sensible of such treatment, but yet, there is no man, that is not stupid, but would be sensible of such treatment, cc-acp av, pc-acp vbz dx n1, cst vbz xx j, cc-acp vmd vbi j pp-f d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2156 and I think we ought to resent it, since the ground of our reproach is contempt upon Religion, if not upon the Author of it. and I think we ought to resent it, since the ground of our reproach is contempt upon Religion, if not upon the Author of it. cc pns11 vvb pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz n1 p-acp n1, cs xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2157 Abstract us from our relation to that, and our Order may without boasting, pretend to as much wisdom, Abstract us from our Relation to that, and our Order may without boasting, pretend to as much Wisdom, np1 pno12 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp cst, cc po12 n1 vmb p-acp vvg, vvb p-acp p-acp d n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2158 and knowledge, ingenuity and vertue, as other men. and knowledge, ingenuity and virtue, as other men. cc n1, n1 cc n1, c-acp j-jn n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2159 Our Education is as handsome and ingenuous, and I know not why the parts of the Clergy should not be equal to those of other ways of breeding: Our Education is as handsome and ingenuous, and I know not why the parts of the Clergy should not be equal to those of other ways of breeding: po12 n1 vbz a-acp j cc j, cc pns11 vvb xx c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd xx vbi j-jn p-acp d pp-f j-jn n2 pp-f vvg: (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2160 So that we might pass well enough in the world, and, for ought I know, might meet tolerable reception in it, were it not that God hath honour'd us with the dignity of being his immediate Servants, So that we might pass well enough in the world, and, for ought I know, might meet tolerable reception in it, were it not that God hath honoured us with the dignity of being his immediate Servants, av cst pns12 vmd vvi av av-d p-acp dt n1, cc, c-acp pi pns11 vvb, vmd vvi j n1 p-acp pn31, vbdr pn31 xx cst np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg po31 j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2161 and hath employ'd us in the affairs of Souls. and hath employed us in the affairs of Souls. cc vhz vvd pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2162 But for this, I can see no cause, why we should not be as capable of the qualities that procure respect, But for this, I can see no cause, why we should not be as capable of the qualities that procure respect, p-acp p-acp d, pns11 vmb vvi dx n1, c-crq pns12 vmd xx vbi a-acp j pp-f dt n2 cst vvb n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2163 as others that have a competent measure of it: as Others that have a competent measure of it: c-acp n2-jn cst vhb dt j n1 pp-f pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2164 And therefore upon the whole matter, I must say, that we are so far from having honour for our office and our work sake, that we are lessened by them, And Therefore upon the Whole matter, I must say, that we Are so Far from having honour for our office and our work sake, that we Are lessened by them, cc av p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns11 vmb vvi, cst pns12 vbr av av-j p-acp vhg n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc po12 vvb n1, cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2165 and if a Minister meet respective entertainment in the world, the kindness is extorted by some personal advantages he owns; and if a Minister meet respective entertainment in the world, the kindness is extorted by Some personal advantages he owns; cc cs dt n1 vvb j n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbz j-vvn p-acp d j n2 pns31 vvz; (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2166 and not given him for his character and Function; no, he's taken down, and is so much less, in consideration of it. and not given him for his character and Function; no, he's taken down, and is so much less, in consideration of it. cc xx vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; uh-dx, pns31|vbz vvn a-acp, cc vbz av av-d av-dc, p-acp n1 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2167 So that God himself is affronted, and Religion vilified by the excessive, unreasonable contempt that is put upon the dispensers of his Truths and Laws: So that God himself is affronted, and Religion vilified by the excessive, unreasonable contempt that is put upon the dispensers of his Truths and Laws: av cst np1 px31 vbz vvn, cc n1 vvn p-acp dt j, j n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2168 And 'tis pity that our concernment in this matter will not permit us without incurring more reproach, roundly to reprove this indignity to our Lord and theirs, who hath sent us in the most important errand to them. And it's pity that our concernment in this matter will not permit us without incurring more reproach, roundly to reprove this indignity to our Lord and theirs, who hath sent us in the most important errand to them. cc pn31|vbz n1 cst po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp vvg av-dc n1, av pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc png32, r-crq vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt av-ds j n1 p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2169 But alas, all we can do without the loud imputation of Preaching up our selves, is to bear our Reproach in silence, But alas, all we can do without the loud imputation of Preaching up our selves, is to bear our Reproach in silence, p-acp uh, d pns12 vmb vdi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg a-acp po12 n2, vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2170 and to mourn in secret, for that horrid Atheism, and Scorn of all Religion, or of the best, which is the occasion of it: and to mourn in secret, for that horrid Atheism, and Scorn of all Religion, or of the best, which is the occasion of it: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn, c-acp cst j n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1, cc pp-f dt js, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2171 and certainly where there is contempt of the Priesthood above board, there is disvalue of Religion under it: and Certainly where there is contempt of the Priesthood above board, there is disvalue of Religion under it: cc av-j c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2172 disrespect to one doth suppose, and will soon produce irreverence to the other. disrespect to one does suppose, and will soon produce irreverence to the other. n1 p-acp crd vdz vvi, cc vmb av vvi n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 421 Image 118
2173 Upon the whole, we see, how great reason we have to be cautious, that we contribute not to the contempt that is on Religion and our selves, and justifie this impious barbarous Age in it. Upon the Whole, we see, how great reason we have to be cautious, that we contribute not to the contempt that is on Religion and our selves, and justify this impious barbarous Age in it. p-acp dt j-jn, pns12 vvb, c-crq j n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vbi j, cst pns12 vvi xx p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n1 cc po12 n2, cc vvi d j j n1 p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 422 Image 118
2174 And there is no better advice can be given to secure us from it, than that of St. Paul to Timothy, 1 Tim. 4. 16. Take heed unto thy self, and to the doctrine. And there is no better Advice can be given to secure us from it, than that of Saint Paul to Timothy, 1 Tim. 4. 16. Take heed unto thy self, and to the Doctrine. cc pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp pn31, cs d pp-f n1 np1 p-acp np1, vvn np1 crd crd vvb n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 422 Image 118
2175 It concerns us first, to take heed of our selves, to our Lives and Conversations. It concerns us First, to take heed of our selves, to our Lives and Conversations. pn31 vvz pno12 ord, p-acp vvb n1 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp po12 n2 cc n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 423 Image 118
2176 We have many observers whose malice makes them critical and curious; They lay in wait for our haltings, We have many observers whose malice makes them critical and curious; They lay in wait for our haltings, pns12 vhb d n2 rg-crq n1 vvz pno32 j cc j; pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2-vvg, (8) sermon (DIV1) 423 Image 118
2177 and are glad at heart, when they have caught an opportunity to revile us; we are encompast on all hands by those envious pryers; and Are glad At heart, when they have caught an opportunity to revile us; we Are encompassed on all hands by those envious pryers; cc vbr j p-acp n1, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12; pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp d j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 423 Image 118
2178 by the debauch'd on the one side, and the Schismatical on the other. The roaring Lyon is before us, and the wily Serpent in the next ambush; by the debauched on the one side, and the Schismatical on the other. The roaring lion is before us, and the wily Serpent in the next ambush; p-acp dt vvd p-acp dt crd n1, cc dt j p-acp dt n-jn. dt j-vvg n1 vbz p-acp pno12, cc dt j n1 p-acp dt ord n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 423 Image 118
2179 one would fain have an occasion from our miscarriages to tear and violate the honour of all Religion; one would fain have an occasion from our miscarriages to tear and violate the honour of all Religion; crd vmd av-j vhi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 423 Image 118
2180 and the other to spit its venome against that which we profess. and the other to spit its venom against that which we profess. cc dt j-jn pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp cst r-crq pns12 vvb. (8) sermon (DIV1) 423 Image 118
2181 It behoves us therefore to beware, and to walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, It behoves us Therefore to beware, and to walk circumspectly, not as Fools but as wise, pn31 vvz pno12 av pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi av-j, xx p-acp n2 p-acp a-acp j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 423 Image 118
2182 because the daies are so evil. Because the days Are so evil. c-acp dt n2 vbr av j-jn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 423 Image 118
2183 In order hereunto I humbly recommend these Cautions in paticular, that we take care not to be found guilty of, 1. Pharisaism. 2. Immorality, or, 3. Negligence in our calling. In order hereunto I humbly recommend these Cautions in particular, that we take care not to be found guilty of, 1. Pharisaism. 2. Immorality, or, 3. Negligence in our calling. p-acp n1 av pns11 av-j vvb d n2 p-acp j, cst pns12 vvb vvb xx pc-acp vbi vvn j pp-f, crd np1. crd n1, cc, crd n1 p-acp po12 n-vvg. (8) sermon (DIV1) 424 Image 118
2184 1. Pharisaick righteousness, and Phantastick heights of zeal beget great respects and venerations among the vulgar; 1. Pharisaic righteousness, and Fantastic heights of zeal beget great respects and venerations among the Vulgar; crd j n1, cc j n2 pp-f n1 vvi j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 118
2185 but contempt among those of better-understanding; but contempt among those of better-understanding; cc-acp n1 p-acp d pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 118
2186 and there is nothing whereby Religion hath been more expos'd in the present Age, than this. and there is nothing whereby Religion hath been more exposed in the present Age, than this. cc pc-acp vbz pix q-crq n1 vhz vbn av-dc vvn p-acp dt j n1, cs d. (8) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 118
2187 Plain unaffected righteousness and sincerity is accountable in all times, and hath still reputation among the most knowing: Plain unaffected righteousness and sincerity is accountable in all times, and hath still reputation among the most knowing: j j n1 cc n1 vbz j p-acp d n2, cc vhz av n1 p-acp dt av-ds vvg: (8) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 118
2188 but the flanting shews of the Pharisee are despised assoon as they are understood. but the flaunting shows of the Pharisee Are despised As soon as they Are understood. cc-acp dt vvg vvz pp-f dt np1 vbr vvn av c-acp pns32 vbr vvn. (8) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 118
2189 Our Righteousness then must exceed his, not in pomp, and appearance, but in reality and sincere practice. Our Righteousness then must exceed his, not in pomp, and appearance, but in reality and sincere practice. po12 n1 av vmb vvi po31, xx p-acp n1, cc n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 cc j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 118
2190 There is no one that understands the nature of Religion, the constitution of our Church, There is no one that understands the nature of Religion, the constitution of our Church, pc-acp vbz dx pi cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 118
2191 and the temper of the Age, but knows it to be the present interest both of Church and Religion, that Pharisaism, which is the general humour that runs through all the Proud Sects, should be discountenanc'd and detected; and the temper of the Age, but knows it to be the present Interest both of Church and Religion, that Pharisaism, which is the general humour that runs through all the Proud Sects, should be discountenanced and detected; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1, cst n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp d dt j n2, vmd vbi vvn cc vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 118
2192 and therefore we should take heed, that we do not encourage the spreading vanity, by any conformity unto it. and Therefore we should take heed, that we do not encourage the spreading vanity, by any conformity unto it. cc av pns12 vmd vvi n1, cst pns12 vdb xx vvi dt j-vvg n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 425 Image 118
2193 Indeed there is no other way lesenow, to make us popular, and to Crown us with the applauses of the people: Indeed there is no other Way lesenow, to make us popular, and to Crown us with the applauses of the people: av pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 av, pc-acp vvi pno12 j, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 118
2194 and those who affect that sort of glory and reputation, are under great temptation to square their discourse and lives according to those vain models: and those who affect that sort of glory and reputation, Are under great temptation to square their discourse and lives according to those vain models: cc d r-crq vvb cst vvb pp-f n1 cc n1, vbr p-acp j n1 p-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n2 vvg p-acp d j n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 118
2195 but those Ministers deserve to be despis'd that are possest by that low spirited ambition: but those Ministers deserve to be despised that Are possessed by that low spirited ambition: cc-acp d n2 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn cst vbr vvn p-acp cst av-j vvn n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 118
2196 and do not prefer the pleasing God, and Conscience, and the few wise men, before the pacifying the humours, and do not prefer the pleasing God, and Conscience, and the few wise men, before the pacifying the humours, cc vdb xx vvi dt j-vvg n1, cc n1, cc dt d j n2, p-acp dt vvg dt n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 118
2197 and receiving the caresses and applauses of ignorant and giddy Phantasticks: and there are no sort of men worse enemies to this Church than these; and receiving the Caresses and applauses of ignorant and giddy Phantastics: and there Are no sort of men Worse enemies to this Church than these; cc vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j cc j n2-j: cc pc-acp vbr dx n1 pp-f n2 jc n2 p-acp d n1 cs d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 118
2198 who while they pretend to be of it, promote this spirit and humour that destroyes it. who while they pretend to be of it, promote this Spirit and humour that Destroys it. r-crq cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi pp-f pn31, vvd d n1 cc n1 cst vvz pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 426 Image 118
2199 2. We ought on this, as on all accounts else, to shun all Immoralities of practice. 2. We ought on this, as on all accounts Else, to shun all Immoralities of practice. crd pns12 vmd p-acp d, a-acp p-acp d n2 av, pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 118
2200 Vice makes any one contemptible among good men, and us despicable among all. The worst have an abhorrence of Debauchery, or any degree of Prophaneness in the Clergy: The best things degenerated, are worst. Vice makes any one contemptible among good men, and us despicable among all. The worst have an abhorrence of Debauchery, or any degree of Profaneness in the Clergy: The best things degenerated, Are worst. n1 vvz d crd j p-acp j n2, cc pno12 j p-acp d. dt js vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1: dt js n2 vvn, vbr js. (8) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 118
2201 'Tis true, live we how we will, the malicious world will find accusations against us, but we must take care we do not justifie their reproaches. It's true, live we how we will, the malicious world will find accusations against us, but we must take care we do not justify their Reproaches. pn31|vbz j, vvb pns12 c-crq pns12 vmb, dt j n1 vmb vvi n2 p-acp pno12, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi n1 pns12 vdb xx vvi po32 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 118
2202 Though (as things are in the present Age) we are disabled from doing much to promote Religion by our Doctrine; yet we may disserve it much by our lives. The best that we can say doth but little good; but the least evil that we do, is cause of great hurt and mischief. Though (as things Are in the present Age) we Are disabled from doing much to promote Religion by our Doctrine; yet we may disserve it much by our lives. The best that we can say does but little good; but the least evil that we do, is cause of great hurt and mischief. cs (c-acp n2 vbr p-acp dt j n1) pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vdg d p-acp vvb n1 p-acp po12 n1; av pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av-d p-acp po12 n2. dt av-js cst pns12 vmb vvi vdz p-acp j j; p-acp dt ds j-jn cst pns12 vdb, vbz n1 pp-f j vvn cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 118
2203 Men are hardned by it in their Contempt of Religion, and we are made incapable of doing it, or them any considerable service. Men Are hardened by it in their Contempt of Religion, and we Are made incapable of doing it, or them any considerable service. n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1, cc pns12 vbr vvn j pp-f vdg pn31, cc pno32 d j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 427 Image 118
2204 Or if we do nothing that is morally evil, yet such is the world now, that advantage will be taken of the least appearance; every thing shall be urg'd against us that the wit of malice can make criminal; Or if we do nothing that is morally evil, yet such is the world now, that advantage will be taken of the least appearance; every thing shall be urged against us that the wit of malice can make criminal; cc cs pns12 vdb pix cst vbz av-j j-jn, av d vbz dt n1 av, cst n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt ds n1; d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12 d dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 118
2205 And therefore it exceedingly concerns us to heed the Rule of the Apostle, Avoid all appearances of evil, 1 Thes. 5. 22. we should take care not to come within the shadow of it. And Therefore it exceedingly concerns us to heed the Rule of the Apostle, Avoid all appearances of evil, 1 Thebes 5. 22. we should take care not to come within the shadow of it. cc av pn31 av-vvg vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb d n2 pp-f n-jn, vvn np1 crd crd pns12 vmd vvi n1 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 118
2206 We live in an Age, in which 'tis not enough for a Clergyman to be innocent, there is much wisdom and prudence necessary to keep that from having a stain upon it. We live in an Age, in which it's not enough for a Clergyman to be innocent, there is much Wisdom and prudence necessary to keep that from having a stain upon it. pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pn31|vbz xx av-d p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn, a-acp vbz d n1 cc n1 j pc-acp vvi cst p-acp vhg dt n1 p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 118
2207 And though we be as harmless as Doves, yet we shall not be thought to be so, And though we be as harmless as Dove, yet we shall not be Thought to be so, cc cs pns12 vbb a-acp j c-acp n2, av pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vbi av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 118
2208 except we are as wise as Serpents. except we Are as wise as Serpents. c-acp pns12 vbr a-acp j c-acp n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 118
2209 Men were never more careless of their own conversations, and never more exact observers and censurers of ours; Men were never more careless of their own conversations, and never more exact observers and censurers of ours; n2 vbdr av-x dc j pp-f po32 d n2, cc av-x av-dc j n2 cc n2 pp-f png12; (8) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 118
2210 so that nothing will secure us in this Age, from the tongues set on fire of Hell: so that nothing will secure us in this Age, from the tongues Set on fire of Hell: av cst pix vmb j pno12 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 118
2211 our only course is to be as much as we can out of their way; our only course is to be as much as we can out of their Way; po12 j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi c-acp av-d c-acp pns12 vmb av pp-f po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 118
2212 And as far as our profession will give leave to draw our selves up into privacy and retirement. For the Sea is too rough for us to be abroad upon it. And as Far as our profession will give leave to draw our selves up into privacy and retirement. For the Sea is too rough for us to be abroad upon it. cc c-acp av-j c-acp po12 n1 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. p-acp dt n1 vbz av j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi av p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 428 Image 118
2213 The summ is, 'Tis not possible for us to avoid contempt, but we may avoid being accessary unto it, The sum is, It's not possible for us to avoid contempt, but we may avoid being accessary unto it, dt n1 vbz, pn31|vbz xx j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi n1, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi vbg j-jn p-acp pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 429 Image 118
2214 if we take care that our Religion be not Pharisaical, nor our practice immoral, in reality or appearance. if we take care that our Religion be not Pharisaical, nor our practice immoral, in reality or appearance. cs pns12 vvb n1 cst po12 n1 vbb xx j, ccx po12 n1 j, p-acp n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 429 Image 118
2215 Not that it is sufficient for a Minister of the Gospel to be thus negatively righteous; Not that it is sufficient for a Minister of the Gospel to be thus negatively righteous; xx cst pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi av av-j j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 429 Image 118
2216 no, besides other considerations, we have a great charge upon us, which will require a very active piety; And therefore, no, beside other considerations, we have a great charge upon us, which will require a very active piety; And Therefore, uh-dx, p-acp j-jn n2, pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq vmb vvi dt j j n1; cc av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 429 Image 118
2217 3. We must take heed also that we are not negligent in the great business of our noble Calling. 3. We must take heed also that we Are not negligent in the great business of our noble Calling. crd pns12 vmb vvi n1 av cst pns12 vbr xx j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 j vvg. (8) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 118
2218 That business is so worthy and so necessary, that it requires the chief of our thoughts, the flower of our time, That business is so worthy and so necessary, that it requires the chief of our thoughts, the flower of our time, cst n1 vbz av j cc av j, cst pn31 vvz dt n-jn pp-f po12 n2, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 118
2219 and the vigour of our endeavours, to bestow less upon it is to neglect it: and every neglect of that, deserves a degree of contempt upon our selves. and the vigour of our endeavours, to bestow less upon it is to neglect it: and every neglect of that, deserves a degree of contempt upon our selves. cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi av-dc p-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pn31: cc d n1 pp-f cst, vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 118
2220 Give thy self wholly to these things, was the instruction of the Apostle, 1 Tim. 4. 15. and our whole is little enough: Give thy self wholly to these things, was the instruction of the Apostle, 1 Tim. 4. 15. and our Whole is little enough: vvb po21 n1 av-jn p-acp d n2, vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd cc po12 j-jn vbz j av-d: (8) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 118
2221 for who is sufficient for these things, 2 Cor. 2. 16. and when we have done all, we are unprofitable Servants, Luke 17. 10. 'Tis little we can do, God knows, to make the world wiser or better; it is too wise, in conceit, to be taught; for who is sufficient for these things, 2 Cor. 2. 16. and when we have done all, we Are unprofitable Servants, Lycia 17. 10. It's little we can do, God knows, to make the world Wiser or better; it is too wise, in conceit, to be taught; c-acp r-crq vbz j p-acp d n2, crd np1 crd crd cc q-crq pns12 vhb vdn d, pns12 vbr j n2, av crd crd pn31|vbz j pns12 vmb vdi, np1 vvz, pc-acp vvi dt n1 jc cc av-jc; pn31 vbz av j, p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi vvn; (8) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 118
2222 and too bad in practice, to be amended by us. and too bade in practice, to be amended by us. cc av vvd p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 118
2223 However we must labour, and ply the Oar, though the tyde be never so strong against us. However we must labour, and ply the Oar, though the tIED be never so strong against us. c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, cc vvb dt n1, cs dt n1 vbb av-x av j p-acp pno12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 118
2224 'Tis part of the patience of the Gospel, to work even there, where our labour for the present, is in vain. It's part of the patience of the Gospel, to work even there, where our labour for the present, is in vain. pn31|vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi av a-acp, c-crq po12 n1 p-acp dt j, vbz p-acp j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 118
2225 It will not be so always, 1 Cor. 15. no, it shall be rewarded by plentiful Glory hereafter, It will not be so always, 1 Cor. 15. no, it shall be rewarded by plentiful Glory hereafter, pn31 vmb xx vbi av av, crd np1 crd uh-dx, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1 av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 118
2226 though it were not incouraged by any visible success here. though it were not encouraged by any visible success Here. cs pn31 vbdr xx vvn p-acp d j n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 118
2227 Those rewards we publish and expect, and for us to do the work of the Lord negligently, is to put a slight upon them, Those rewards we publish and expect, and for us to do the work of the Lord negligently, is to put a slight upon them, d n2 pns12 vvb cc vvi, cc p-acp pno12 pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, (8) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 118
2228 and upon Religion, our selves, and to invite contempt from others. And there is none certainly that more justly deserves the extreamest degrees of it, and upon Religion, our selves, and to invite contempt from Others. And there is none Certainly that more justly deserves the Extremest Degrees of it, cc p-acp n1, po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2-jn. cc pc-acp vbz pix av-j d dc av-j vvz dt js-jn n2 pp-f pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 118
2229 than he that loiters in the Lords Vineyard, and is negligent in the Ministry of Souls. than he that loiters in the lords Vineyard, and is negligent in the Ministry of Souls. cs pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n2 n1, cc vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 430 Image 118
2230 I have exprest these cautions in a negative way, but hope it will be understood, that the positive duties are included. When I say, we are not to be Pharisaical in our Religion; I have expressed these cautions in a negative Way, but hope it will be understood, that the positive duties Are included. When I say, we Are not to be Pharisaical in our Religion; pns11 vhb vvn d n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc-acp vvb pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst dt j n2 vbr vvd. c-crq pns11 vvb, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 431 Image 118
2231 I intend also, that we are to be very plain, sober, and sincere in it: I intend also, that we Are to be very plain, Sobrium, and sincere in it: pns11 vvb av, cst pns12 vbr pc-acp vbi j j, j, cc j p-acp pn31: (8) sermon (DIV1) 431 Image 118
2232 When I caution against immoral lives, I imply, that ours ought to be very virtuous and religious: When I give the rule against negligence, I have taken care to be understood to mean likewise, that the greatest sedulity and diligence is our duty. When I caution against immoral lives, I imply, that ours ought to be very virtuous and religious: When I give the Rule against negligence, I have taken care to be understood to mean likewise, that the greatest sedulity and diligence is our duty. c-crq pns11 n1 p-acp j vvz, pns11 vvb, cst png12 pi pc-acp vbi j j cc j: c-crq pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vhb vvn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av, cst dt js n1 cc n1 vbz po12 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 431 Image 118
2233 To have run out into full Comments upon these, would have taken up more than my whole time. To have run out into full Comments upon these, would have taken up more than my Whole time. p-acp vhb vvn av p-acp j n2 p-acp d, vmd vhi vvn a-acp av-dc cs po11 j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 431 Image 118
2234 I descend to the Second Head in the Apostle's Rule. 2. We ought to take heed to our Doctrine, if we would not deserve contempt. I descend to the Second Head in the Apostle's Rule. 2. We ought to take heed to our Doctrine, if we would not deserve contempt. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1. crd pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n1, cs pns12 vmd xx vvi n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 431 Image 118
2235 We live in a ticklish Age for this also; an Age of itching ears, and curious palats: We live in a ticklish Age for this also; an Age of itching ears, and curious palates: pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d av; dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2, cc j n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 432 Image 118
2236 men were never so eritical upon their teaching, though 'tis likewise sadly true that they were never so little careful to practise according to it. men were never so eritical upon their teaching, though it's likewise sadly true that they were never so little careful to practise according to it. n2 vbdr av-x av j p-acp po32 vvg, c-acp pn31|vbz av av-j j cst pns32 vbdr av-x av j j pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 432 Image 118
2237 In the variety and oppositions of opinions, phancies, humours, and capacities, an Angel from Heaven could not please all; In the variety and oppositions of opinions, fancies, humours, and capacities, an Angel from Heaven could not please all; p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n2, n2, n2, cc n2, dt n1 p-acp n1 vmd xx vvi d; (8) sermon (DIV1) 433 Image 118
2238 and as things are, those that are not pleased with the Doctrine, will contemn the Preacher. and as things Are, those that Are not pleased with the Doctrine, will contemn the Preacher. cc c-acp n2 vbr, d cst vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 433 Image 118
2239 So that avoid contempt we cannot; but we shall not deserve it, if our Doctrine be guided by our end; and that is the Glory of God in the Salvation of those that hear us. So that avoid contempt we cannot; but we shall not deserve it, if our Doctrine be guided by our end; and that is the Glory of God in the Salvation of those that hear us. av cst vvi n1 pns12 vmbx; p-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi pn31, cs po12 n1 vbb vvn p-acp po12 vvi; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb pno12. (8) sermon (DIV1) 433 Image 118
2240 The business of Preaching, is to instruct men in what they are to believe and do, in order to their serving God, and being happy. The business of Preaching, is to instruct men in what they Are to believe and do, in order to their serving God, and being happy. dt n1 pp-f vvg, vbz pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr p-acp vvb cc vdb, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j-vvg np1, cc vbg j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 433 Image 118
2241 This is the great Rule, this the measure. And the Discourses that are not directed by it, may be witty Orations, This is the great Rule, this the measure. And the Discourses that Are not directed by it, may be witty Orations, d vbz dt j vvi, d dt vvb. cc dt n2 cst vbr xx vvn p-acp pn31, vmb vbi j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 433 Image 118
2242 and learned entertainments, but they are not good Sermons. For every thing is to be judg'd by its fitness for its end. If our Doctrines, and learned entertainments, but they Are not good Sermons. For every thing is to be judged by its fitness for its end. If our Doctrines, cc j n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr xx j n2. p-acp d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 vvi. cs po12 n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 433 Image 118
2243 and publique instructions ▪ are squar'd by that, we shall approve our selves unto God and Conscience; and public instructions ▪ Are squared by that, we shall approve our selves unto God and Conscience; cc j n2 ▪ vbr vvn p-acp cst, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 433 Image 118
2244 though vain and phantastick men despise us: though vain and fantastic men despise us: cs j cc j n2 vvb pno12: (8) sermon (DIV1) 433 Image 118
2245 and so we are to speak not as pleasing men, but God, 1 Thes. 2. 4. and so we Are to speak not as pleasing men, but God, 1 Thebes 2. 4. cc av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi xx p-acp j-vvg n2, cc-acp np1, vvn np1 crd crd (8) sermon (DIV1) 433 Image 118
2246 There is nothing by which some Preachers have more exposed Religion and themselves, than by propounding other ends, There is nothing by which Some Preachers have more exposed Religion and themselves, than by propounding other ends, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp r-crq d n2 vhb dc vvn n1 cc px32, cs p-acp vvg j-jn n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 118
2247 and such mean ones as the gaining the reputation of being Witty, Eloquent, or Learned: for when they miss their aim (as they do always with the wise ) they fall under extream contempt with them. and such mean ones as the gaining the reputation of being Witty, Eloquent, or Learned: for when they miss their aim (as they do always with the wise) they fallen under extreme contempt with them. cc d vvb pi2 p-acp dt vvg dt n1 pp-f vbg j, j, cc j: p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb po32 n1 (c-acp pns32 vdb av p-acp dt j) pns32 vvb p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 118
2248 The affectations of words, and Metaphors, and Cadencies, and• ends of Greek, and Latin, are now the scorn o• the judicious, The affectations of words, and Metaphors, and Cadences, and• ends of Greek, and Latin, Are now the scorn o• the judicious, dt n2 pp-f n2, cc n2, cc n2, n1 n2 pp-f jp, cc njp, vbr av dt n1 n1 dt j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 118
2249 and as much despis'd and (almost) as generally as they deserve. They are banifh'd from conversation, and are not endured in common matters; and as much despised and (almost) as generally as they deserve. They Are banifhed from Conversation, and Are not endured in Common matters; cc c-acp d j-vvn cc (av) c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb. pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc vbr xx vvn p-acp j n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 118
2250 for shame then let us not retain them in our Pulpits, and defile sacred Subjects with them. for shame then let us not retain them in our Pulpits, and defile sacred Subject's with them. p-acp n1 av vvb pno12 xx vvi pno32 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvi j n2-jn p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 118
2251 Let us leave those sorts of fooling, when none but the ignorant can be deceiv'd by them into a good opinion of us; Let us leave those sorts of fooling, when none but the ignorant can be deceived by them into a good opinion of us; vvb pno12 vvi d n2 pp-f vvg, c-crq pi cc-acp dt j vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno12; (8) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 118
2252 and by their use we shall deceive our selves into the derision and Contempt of all that have either wit or judgement; and by their use we shall deceive our selves into the derision and Contempt of all that have either wit or judgement; cc p-acp po32 n1 pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d cst vhb d n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 118
2253 and which is infinitely worse, into the displeasure and wrath of God. and which is infinitely Worse, into the displeasure and wrath of God. cc r-crq vbz av-j av-jc, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 434 Image 118
2254 1. Our business in Preaching is the greatest and most important, and therefore we should be very grave and serious in it; 1. Our business in Preaching is the greatest and most important, and Therefore we should be very grave and serious in it; crd po12 n1 p-acp vvg vbz dt js cc av-ds j, cc av pns12 vmd vbi j j cc j p-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 118
2255 to be slight, flashy, or affected in so solemn an affair, is to shew our selves vain and contemptible triflers. to be slight, flashy, or affected in so solemn an affair, is to show our selves vain and contemptible triflers. pc-acp vbi j, j, cc vvn p-acp av j dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j cc j n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 435 Image 118
2256 2. We are to instruct all sorts, the most ignorant, as well as the more knowing, in the matters of Faith and practice; 2. We Are to instruct all sorts, the most ignorant, as well as the more knowing, in the matters of Faith and practice; crd pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n2, dt av-ds j, c-acp av c-acp dt av-dc vvg, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 118
2257 and therefore should design and endeavour to be as plain as we can, both in our Doctrines and Expressions, avoiding hard words, and senseless phrases, and speaking in the proper, natural, easie way, which is most profitable for the ignorant, and Therefore should Design and endeavour to be as plain as we can, both in our Doctrines and Expressions, avoiding hard words, and senseless phrases, and speaking in the proper, natural, easy Way, which is most profitable for the ignorant, cc av vmd n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi c-acp j c-acp pns12 vmb, d p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, vvg j n2, cc j n2, cc vvg p-acp dt j, j, j n1, r-crq vbz av-ds j p-acp dt j, (8) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 118
2258 and most acceptable with the wise. and most acceptable with the wise. cc av-ds j p-acp dt j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 436 Image 118
2259 3. And for the accommodation of the memories, as well as the understandings of the generality of hearers, our Discourses should be in clear, facile, and distinct methods; not involv'd in confusions, nor spun out into nice divisions, or numerous particulars. 3. And for the accommodation of the memories, as well as the understandings of the generality of hearers, our Discourses should be in clear, facile, and distinct methods; not involved in confusions, nor spun out into Nicaenae divisions, or numerous particulars. crd cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, c-acp av c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, po12 n2 vmd vbi p-acp j, j, cc j n2; xx vvn p-acp n2, ccx vvn av p-acp j n2, cc j n2-j. (8) sermon (DIV1) 437 Image 118
2260 4. And because the main work is to perswade, and direct an holy life, our Sermons should mostly be practical, and affectionate: Not but that we may labour to explain, establish, 4. And Because the main work is to persuade, and Direct an holy life, our Sermons should mostly be practical, and affectionate: Not but that we may labour to explain, establish, crd cc c-acp dt j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi, cc vvi dt j n1, po12 n2 vmd j vbi j, cc j: xx p-acp cst pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, vvi, (8) sermon (DIV1) 438 Image 118
2261 and defend the great principles of Faith and practice, especially in an Age in which such Shipwrack is made of both: and defend the great principles of Faith and practice, especially in an Age in which such Shipwreck is made of both: cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn pp-f d: (8) sermon (DIV1) 438 Image 118
2262 but then we must take care that those we teach are such indeed, and that we vent not speculative notions and opinions, as fundamentals of Religion. but then we must take care that those we teach Are such indeed, and that we vent not speculative notions and opinions, as fundamentals of Religion. cc-acp cs pns12 vmb vvi n1 cst d pns12 vvb vbr d av, cc cst pns12 vvb xx j n2 cc n2, c-acp n2-j pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 438 Image 118
2263 We are not to be concern'd for any Doctrines in our Pulpits, but for the great and certain Articles of Faith and Life; As for our opinions, this is not the place for them: We Are not to be concerned for any Doctrines in our Pulpits, but for the great and certain Articles of Faith and Life; As for our opinions, this is not the place for them: pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; a-acp p-acp po12 n2, d vbz xx dt n1 p-acp pno32: (8) sermon (DIV1) 438 Image 118
2264 For it is not our business to make people in all points, Orthodox and Knowing; but to endeavour that they may be sincere and good, which is wisdom to salvation. These I take to be proper measures for Preaching, and if he that directs himself by them, be despised for his Doctrine, he will have this comfort, that the contempt he suffers is none of his fault. For it is not our business to make people in all points, Orthodox and Knowing; but to endeavour that they may be sincere and good, which is Wisdom to salvation. These I take to be proper measures for Preaching, and if he that directs himself by them, be despised for his Doctrine, he will have this Comfort, that the contempt he suffers is none of his fault. c-acp pn31 vbz xx po12 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n2, n1 cc vvg; p-acp pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vmb vbi j cc j, r-crq vbz n1 p-acp n1. np1 pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi j n2 p-acp vvg, cc cs pns31 cst vvz px31 p-acp pno32, vbb vvn p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vhi d n1, cst dt n1 pns31 vvz vbz pix pp-f po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 438 Image 118
2265 I have done with what I intended for my Brethren of the Clergy, namely for the younger sort, I have done with what I intended for my Brothers of the Clergy, namely for the younger sort, pns11 vhb vdn p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n2 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp dt jc n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 439 Image 118
2266 for I presume not to instruct the elder and graver men. for I presume not to instruct the elder and graver men. c-acp pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi dt n-jn cc jc n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 439 Image 118
2267 I Am (II.) to apply the advice of this general Use, to the people, who yet profess themselves of our Church. I Am (II) to apply the Advice of this general Use, to the people, who yet profess themselves of our Church. pns11 vbm (crd) p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d j vvi, p-acp dt n1, r-crq av vvb px32 pp-f po12 n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 440 Image 118
2268 You see the contempt that is upon it, and I beseech you to consider whether its pretended friends have not been, You see the contempt that is upon it, and I beseech you to Consider whither its pretended Friends have not been, pn22 vvb dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pn31, cc pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi cs po31 j-vvn n2 vhb xx vbn, (8) sermon (DIV1) 440 Image 118
2269 and are not still, great occasions of it. and Are not still, great occasions of it. cc vbr xx av, j n2 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 440 Image 118
2270 The greatest part of Christians are incapable of judging concerning the truth or goodness of any Church or Constitution of Religion: The greatest part of Christians Are incapable of judging Concerning the truth or Goodness of any Church or Constitution of Religion: dt js n1 pp-f np1 vbr j pp-f vvg vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 440 Image 118
2271 but are inclin'd in their opinion, and affection by the general temper and practice of its professors and adherents: but Are inclined in their opinion, and affection by the general temper and practice of its professors and adherents: cc-acp vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j vvb cc n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 440 Image 118
2272 Now 'tis an almost universal principle among men, that Religion and the Worship of God require the greatest seriousness and zeal; where these are observ'd in peoples carriage to their particular Church, the most are usually inclin'd to have respect for that: on the other side, Now it's an almost universal principle among men, that Religion and the Worship of God require the greatest seriousness and zeal; where these Are observed in peoples carriage to their particular Church, the most Are usually inclined to have respect for that: on the other side, av pn31|vbz dt av j n1 p-acp n2, cst n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb dt js n1 cc n1; c-crq d vbr vvn p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp po32 j n1, dt av-ds vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp cst: p-acp dt j-jn n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 440 Image 118
2273 when the members of any Church are cold and unconcern'd, or wanton and irreverent in their Religion; when the members of any Church Are cold and unconcerned, or wanton and irreverent in their Religion; c-crq dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr j-jn cc vvn, cc j-jn cc j p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 440 Image 118
2274 such a temper when it comes to be general, draws popular contempt upon that Church and way. such a temper when it comes to be general, draws popular contempt upon that Church and Way. d dt n1 c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi j, vvz j n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 440 Image 118
2275 This at present is the sad case of ours; This At present is the sad case of ours; d p-acp n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f png12; (8) sermon (DIV1) 441 Image 118
2276 and I doubt it may be too truly said, that there are no retainers to any Church in the world, who are so little concern'd for it, and I doubt it may be too truly said, that there Are no retainers to any Church in the world, who Are so little concerned for it, cc pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi av av-j vvn, cst a-acp vbr dx n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbr av av-j vvn p-acp pn31, (8) sermon (DIV1) 441 Image 118
2277 and the worship of God in it, as the pretenders to the Church of England. If we survey our several Congregations, and the worship of God in it, as the pretenders to the Church of England. If we survey our several Congregations, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31, c-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. cs pns12 vvb po12 j n2, (8) sermon (DIV1) 441 Image 118
2278 and consider our people, we shall find but very few that carry themselves, as if they had any conscientious affection to the Religion they profess. and Consider our people, we shall find but very few that carry themselves, as if they had any conscientious affection to the Religion they profess. cc vvb po12 n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av d cst vvb px32, c-acp cs pns32 vhd d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb. (8) sermon (DIV1) 441 Image 118
2279 If the Estimate be taken from those that are constant or frequent at the publick Prayers in Cathedrals, or other Churches; If the Estimate be taken from those that Are constant or frequent At the public Prayers in Cathedrals, or other Churches; cs dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp d cst vbr j cc j p-acp dt j n2 p-acp np1, cc j-jn n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 441 Image 118
2280 certainly the number must be acknowledg'd to be very small; and if we reckon only such that carry but the appearance of serious Devotion, it will be yet less: so that the Church may almost be tempted to say with him, There is not one godly man left, the righteous are minished from among the children of men. Certainly the number must be acknowledged to be very small; and if we reckon only such that carry but the appearance of serious Devotion, it will be yet less: so that the Church may almost be tempted to say with him, There is not one godly man left, the righteous Are minished from among the children of men. av-j dt n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j j; cc cs pns12 vvb av-j d cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, pn31 vmb vbi av av-dc: av cst dt n1 vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, a-acp vbz xx pi j n1 vvd, dt j vbr vvn p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (8) sermon (DIV1) 441 Image 118
2281 There are indeed multitudes, who will tell us they are of this Church, when they give us no ground, There Are indeed Multitudes, who will tell us they Are of this Church, when they give us no ground, pc-acp vbr av n2, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 pns32 vbr pp-f d n1, c-crq pns32 vvb pno12 dx n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 442 Image 118
2282 but their bare word, to believe they are of any: While they talk of owning and adhering to the Church, they will not afford the solemn worship of it as much as their bodily presence, but their bore word, to believe they Are of any: While they talk of owning and adhering to the Church, they will not afford the solemn worship of it as much as their bodily presence, cc-acp po32 j n1, pc-acp vvi pns32 vbr pp-f d: cs pns32 vvb pp-f vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb xx vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d c-acp po32 j n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 442 Image 118
2283 as long as the Devil and their Lusts have employment for them elsewhere: as long as the devil and their Lustiest have employment for them elsewhere: c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 cc po32 n2 vhb n1 p-acp pno32 av: (8) sermon (DIV1) 442 Image 118
2284 They carry themselves to it, as to a matter of the greatest indifference; will go to Church now and then, They carry themselves to it, as to a matter of the greatest indifference; will go to Church now and then, pns32 vvb px32 p-acp pn31, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1; vmb vvi p-acp n1 av cc av, (8) sermon (DIV1) 442 Image 118
2285 when time lies upon their hands, and they are in the humour for it; and then again never think of Religion, or Worship, till another accident excites them. when time lies upon their hands, and they Are in the humour for it; and then again never think of Religion, or Worship, till Another accident excites them. c-crq n1 vvz p-acp po32 n2, cc pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31; cc av av av-x vvb pp-f n1, cc n1, c-acp j-jn n1 vvz pno32. (8) sermon (DIV1) 442 Image 118
2286 And when they come to such Sacred places as this, with what rude boldness do they enter Gods house? and how much carelesness and irreverence do they express in their very looks and garb? Confident negligence seems at present to be a fashion; and the whole carriage after is sutable to this ill beginning. And when they come to such Sacred places as this, with what rude boldness do they enter God's house? and how much carelessness and irreverence do they express in their very looks and garb? Confident negligence seems At present to be a fashion; and the Whole carriage After is suitable to this ill beginning. cc c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp d j n2 p-acp d, p-acp r-crq j n1 vdb pns32 vvi npg1 n1? cc c-crq d n1 cc n1 vdb pns32 vvi p-acp po32 j n2 cc n1? j n1 vvz p-acp j pc-acp vbi dt n1; cc dt j-jn n1 a-acp vbz j p-acp d j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 442 Image 118
2287 What toying, talking, gazing, laughing, and other rude follies may we observe in the midst of the most solemn parts of worship? and how much slightness and playsomness in speaking of serving God, being devout, saying prayers, and such like serious things after it? What toying, talking, gazing, laughing, and other rude follies may we observe in the midst of the most solemn parts of worship? and how much slightness and playsomness in speaking of serving God, being devout, saying Prayers, and such like serious things After it? q-crq vvg, vvg, vvg, vvg, cc j-jn j n2 vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1? cc c-crq d n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg pp-f vvg np1, vbg j, vvg n2, cc d j j n2 p-acp pn31? (8) sermon (DIV1) 442 Image 118
2288 Now when these carriages are observ'd (not to mention worse ) in those that say they are of the Church of England, how readily doth it dispose the generality of men, who judge by bare appearance, to think amiss of the Church that is ordinarily thus treated by its members; Now when these carriages Are observed (not to mention Worse) in those that say they Are of the Church of England, how readily does it dispose the generality of men, who judge by bore appearance, to think amiss of the Church that is ordinarily thus treated by its members; av c-crq d n2 vbr vvn (xx pc-acp vvi jc) p-acp d cst vvb pns32 vbr pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq av-j vdz pn31 vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vvb p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n1 cst vbz av-j av vvn p-acp po31 n2; (8) sermon (DIV1) 443 Image 118
2289 and to suppose most others that profess it, to be of the same sort, or not very different; and to suppose most Others that profess it, to be of the same sort, or not very different; cc p-acp vvb av-ds n2-jn cst vvb pn31, pc-acp vbi pp-f dt d n1, cc xx av j; (8) sermon (DIV1) 443 Image 118
2290 and so to despise the Church, and all that adhere unto it. This certainly is a very great occasion of her present contempt; and so to despise the Church, and all that adhere unto it. This Certainly is a very great occasion of her present contempt; cc av p-acp vvb dt n1, cc d cst vvb p-acp pn31. np1 av-j vbz dt av j n1 pp-f po31 j n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 443 Image 118
2291 and if you would not be accessary to its increase and growth (if it be capable of any more) beware of this carelesness and irreverence to the Religion you profess. and if you would not be accessary to its increase and growth (if it be capable of any more) beware of this carelessness and irreverence to the Religion you profess. cc cs pn22 vmd xx vbi j-jn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 (cs pn31 vbb j pp-f d dc) vvi pp-f d n1 cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvb. (8) sermon (DIV1) 443 Image 118
2292 If Religion be a real thing, and not a meer imagination (as nothing is more certain) it then requires our greatest zeal and venerations; and the most serious exercise of our faculties, and endeavours: If Religion be a real thing, and not a mere imagination (as nothing is more certain) it then requires our greatest zeal and venerations; and the most serious exercise of our faculties, and endeavours: cs n1 vbb dt j n1, cc xx dt j n1 (c-acp pix vbz av-dc j) pn31 av vvz po12 js n1 cc n2; cc dt av-ds j n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc n2: (8) sermon (DIV1) 444 Image 118
2293 no prostrations can be too low in the adoration of the God of Heaven; no prostrations can be too low in the adoration of the God of Heaven; dx n2 vmb vbi av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 444 Image 118
2294 no ingagement of soul too intense, in praying for his blessing, and praising him for his bounty; no engagement of soul too intense, in praying for his blessing, and praising him for his bounty; dx n1 pp-f n1 av zz, p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc vvg pno31 p-acp po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 444 Image 118
2295 no attention too serious in hearing of His Word; no deportment too awful in His eye, and special presence. no attention too serious in hearing of His Word; no deportment too awful in His eye, and special presence. dx n1 av j p-acp vvg pp-f po31 n1; dx n1 av j p-acp po31 n1, cc j n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 444 Image 118
2296 Let us all consider this, and demean our selves in our worship, as those that are in earnest: Let us all Consider this, and demean our selves in our worship, as those that Are in earnest: vvb pno12 d vvi d, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp po12 n1, c-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1: (8) sermon (DIV1) 444 Image 118
2297 Let the light of our zeal and devotion so shine before men, that they, seeing our works, may glorifie God, reverence the Church, Let the Light of our zeal and devotion so shine before men, that they, seeing our works, may Glorify God, Reverence the Church, vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 av vvi p-acp n2, cst pns32, vvg po12 n2, vmb vvi np1, vvb dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV1) 444 Image 118
2298 and vindicate it and us from the scorning of those that are at ease, and the contempt of the proud. Let us endeavour so to worship, that the fervour of our piety may equal the truth of our profession; and vindicate it and us from the scorning of those that Are At ease, and the contempt of the proud. Let us endeavour so to worship, that the fervour of our piety may equal the truth of our profession; cc vvi pn31 cc pno12 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d cst vbr p-acp vvi, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j. vvb pno12 vvi av p-acp n1, cst dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 444 Image 118
2299 and our actions in Religion, may have some sutableness to our expectations from it. and our actions in Religion, may have Some suitableness to our Expectations from it. cc po12 n2 p-acp n1, vmb vhi d n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV1) 444 Image 118
2300 And then though the Church and we are filled with contempt, yet we shall be clear from any imputation of the guilt; And then though the Church and we Are filled with contempt, yet we shall be clear from any imputation of the guilt; cc av cs dt n1 cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, av pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV1) 444 Image 118
2301 and our souls may be at ease, though we are scorn'd by the Proud. Preach'd at a Visitation. and our Souls may be At ease, though we Are scorned by the Proud. Preached At a Visitation. cc po12 n2 vmb vbi p-acp vvi, cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt j. vvn p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV1) 444 Image 118
2302 SERMON VI. SERMON VI. n1 crd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 445 Image 138
2303 MATTH. XXII. 32. — God is not the God of the dead, but of the living — MATTHEW. XXII. 32. — God is not the God of the dead, but of the living — av. crd. crd — np1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc-acp pp-f dt j-vvg — (9) sermon (DIV1) 445 Image 138
2304 NOtwithstanding the manifold and immediate Transactions of God with the people of the Jews; yet were they a dull and stupid generation, addicted very much to the matters of sense, and indisposed to things of spiritual and invisible nature. NOtwithstanding the manifold and immediate Transactions of God with the people of the jews; yet were they a dull and stupid generation, addicted very much to the matters of sense, and indisposed to things of spiritual and invisible nature. p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2; av vbdr pns32 dt j cc j n1, vvn av av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvn p-acp n2 pp-f j cc j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 446 Image 138
2305 Yea, there was a great and famous Sect among them that denied a Life to come, and the Existence of immaterial beings, Yea, there was a great and famous Sect among them that denied a Life to come, and the Existence of immaterial beings, uh, pc-acp vbds dt j cc j n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc dt n1 pp-f j n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 446 Image 138
2306 For the Sadducees say, there is no Resurrection, neither Angels, nor Spirit, Acts 23. 8. These put the Question here to our Saviour in a case of a woman, who successively had seven Husbands, whose Wife she should be at the Resurrection, from ver. 22. to the 28. which captious Query they intended for an Argument against the Doctrine of another Life. For the Sadducees say, there is no Resurrection, neither Angels, nor Spirit, Acts 23. 8. These put the Question Here to our Saviour in a case of a woman, who successively had seven Husbands, whose Wife she should be At the Resurrection, from for. 22. to the 28. which captious Query they intended for an Argument against the Doctrine of Another Life. c-acp dt np2 vvb, pc-acp vbz dx n1, dx n2, ccx n1, n2 crd crd d vvd dt n1 av p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq av-j vhd crd n2, rg-crq n1 pns31 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1, p-acp p-acp. crd p-acp dt crd r-crq j np1 pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 446 Image 138
2307 Christ answers directly to the objection, by telling them their mistake of the state and condition of that Life: christ answers directly to the objection, by telling them their mistake of the state and condition of that Life: np1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg pno32 po32 n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 448 Image 138
2308 since they neither marry, nor are given in marriage, that have attain'd unto it, but are like the Angels of God, ver. 30. and then, takes occasion to prove the Resurrection, or Living again of the dead, out of the writings of Moses, the only Scripture the Sadducees allow'd, ver. 31, 32. since they neither marry, nor Are given in marriage, that have attained unto it, but Are like the Angels of God, ver. 30. and then, Takes occasion to prove the Resurrection, or Living again of the dead, out of the writings of Moses, the only Scripture the Sadducees allowed, ver. 31, 32. c-acp pns32 av-dx vvi, ccx vbr vvn p-acp n1, cst vhb vvd p-acp pn31, cc-acp vbr av-j dt n2 pp-f np1, fw-la. crd cc av, vvz n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvg av pp-f dt j, av pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, dt av-j n1 dt np2 vvn, fw-la. crd, crd (9) sermon (DIV1) 448 Image 138
2309 " But as touching the Resurrection of the dead, have ye not read that which was spoken unto you by God, saying, I am the God of Abraham, " But as touching the Resurrection of the dead, have you not read that which was spoken unto you by God, saying, I am the God of Abraham, " cc-acp p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j, vhb pn22 xx vvi d r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp np1, vvg, pns11 vbm dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 138
2310 and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? — God is not the God of the dead but of the living. " and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? — God is not the God of the dead but of the living. " cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1? — n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt j cc-acp pp-f dt n-vvg. " (9) sermon (DIV1) 449 Image 138
2311 The former clause of the verse cites the Scripture which is the ground of the Argument, the latter is a principle of Reason; The former clause of the verse cites the Scripture which is the ground of the Argument, the latter is a principle of Reason; dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 450 Image 138
2312 and both together infer, That there is a Resurrection. and both together infer, That there is a Resurrection. cc d av vvb, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 450 Image 138
2313 Now the NONLATINALPHABET, the Resurrection of the dead undertaken to be shewn, was not the Resurrection of the body (though that be a great truth also) since the argument doth not reach this; For one who believes that the soul lives after death, may say, That God is the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, though the body doth not rise; for they are living in their souls, which are their true selves. Now the, the Resurrection of the dead undertaken to be shown, was not the Resurrection of the body (though that be a great truth also) since the argument does not reach this; For one who believes that the soul lives After death, may say, That God is the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, though the body does not rise; for they Are living in their Souls, which Are their true selves. av dt, dt n1 pp-f dt j vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, vbds xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (cs cst vbb dt j n1 av) p-acp dt n1 vdz xx vvi d; p-acp pi r-crq vvz d dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, vmb vvi, cst np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, cc np1, cs dt n1 vdz xx vvi; p-acp pns32 vbr vvg p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vbr po32 j n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 451 Image 138
2314 And therefore the Conclusion our Saviour went about to prove was, that There is another Life, which the Sadducees deny'd and endeavour'd by this Question, though very weakly, to overthrow. And Therefore the Conclusion our Saviour went about to prove was, that There is Another Life, which the Sadducees denied and endeavoured by this Question, though very weakly, to overthrow. cc av dt n1 po12 n1 vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi vbds, cst pc-acp vbz j-jn n1, r-crq dt np2 vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1, cs av av-j, pc-acp vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 452 Image 138
2315 And the word NONLATINALPHABET signifies standing up, and implies, Living again, simply, not the Resurrection of the Body; And the word signifies standing up, and Implies, Living again, simply, not the Resurrection of the Body; cc dt n1 vvz vvg a-acp, cc vvz, vvg av, av-j, xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 452 Image 138
2316 except where the Body is exprest, or the necessary sense doth otherwise inforce it. except where the Body is expressed, or the necessary sense does otherwise enforce it. c-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, cc dt j n1 vdz av vvi pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 452 Image 138
2317 So that, though it be a truth that the body shall rise, and demonstrable from many other places, So that, though it be a truth that the body shall rise, and demonstrable from many other places, av cst, cs pn31 vbb dt n1 cst dt n1 vmb vvi, cc j p-acp d j-jn n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 452 Image 138
2318 yet it is not meant here; yet it is not meant Here; av pn31 vbz xx vvn av; (9) sermon (DIV1) 452 Image 138
2319 but the thing intended to be prov'd, is, a Life to come; without determining whether in our bodies or without them. but the thing intended to be proved, is, a Life to come; without determining whither in our bodies or without them. cc-acp dt n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn, vbz, dt n1 pc-acp vvi; p-acp vvg cs p-acp po12 n2 cc p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 452 Image 138
2320 This was undertaken, and this was perform'd, for the Sadducees were put to silence, ver. 34. That they were convinc'd, we do not hear; This was undertaken, and this was performed, for the Sadducees were put to silence, ver. 34. That they were convinced, we do not hear; d vbds vvn, cc d vbds vvn, p-acp dt np2 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, fw-la. crd cst pns32 vbdr vvd, pns12 vdb xx vvi; (9) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 138
2321 Arguments from Faith or Reason prevail little against corrupt interests, and affections. But yet 'tis something to stop the mouths of Gainsayers; Arguments from Faith or Reason prevail little against corrupt interests, and affections. But yet it's something to stop the mouths of Gainsayers; n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 vvi av-j p-acp j n2, cc n2. p-acp av pn31|vbz pi pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 138
2322 for others may be fortified in their Faith by the confutation of the enemies of it. for Others may be fortified in their Faith by the confutation of the enemies of it. c-acp n2-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 453 Image 138
2323 Would to God we could say, There was no need of endeavours of this sort, in our days, Would to God we could say, There was no need of endeavours of this sort, in our days, vmd p-acp np1 pns12 vmd vvi, pc-acp vbds dx n1 pp-f n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 454 Image 138
2324 and that this subject were quite out of date. But alas! and that this Subject were quite out of date. But alas! cc cst d n-jn vbdr av av pp-f n1. p-acp uh! (9) sermon (DIV1) 454 Image 138
2325 we see Sadducism reviv'd, after Light and Immortality hath been brought to light through the Gospel; we see Sadducism revived, After Light and Immortality hath been brought to Light through the Gospel; pns12 vvb n1 vvn, c-acp j cc n1 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 454 Image 138
2326 and the Holy Jesus hath given sensible assurance of it by his own Resurrection from the dead. and the Holy jesus hath given sensible assurance of it by his own Resurrection from the dead. cc dt j np1 vhz vvn j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp dt j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 454 Image 138
2327 Yea, the Heresie is improv'd in our time to a great and more dangerous height, and almost to Atheism it self. Yea, the Heresy is improved in our time to a great and more dangerous height, and almost to Atheism it self. uh, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt j cc av-dc j n1, cc av p-acp n1 pn31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 454 Image 138
2328 We are faln into an Age wherein, among some, and those not a few, 'tis a piece of Gallantry to be an Infidel: and Heroically great to have outgrown the panick terrours of another world. We Are fallen into an Age wherein, among Some, and those not a few, it's a piece of Gallantry to be an Infidel: and Heroically great to have outgrown the panic terrors of Another world. pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 c-crq, p-acp d, cc d xx dt d, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1: cc av-j j pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 454 Image 138
2329 We have liv'd to see the Doctrine of Spirits, professedly and openly derided, and that of Living again esteem'd equally vain, and ridiculous. We have lived to see the Doctrine of Spirits, professedly and openly derided, and that of Living again esteemed equally vain, and ridiculous. pns12 vhb vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, av-vvn cc av-j vvn, cc cst pp-f vvg av vvd av-jn j, cc j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 454 Image 138
2330 The wantonness of some hath disputed all the Articles of the Christian Creed; and the lusts of others have taken advantage thence boldly to deny them. The wantonness of Some hath disputed all the Articles of the Christian Creed; and the Lustiest of Others have taken advantage thence boldly to deny them. dt n1 pp-f d vhz vvn d dt n2 pp-f dt njp n1; cc dt n2 pp-f n2-jn vhb vvn n1 av av-j p-acp vvb pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 454 Image 138
2331 So that 'tis not unseasonable in such a world as this, to labour in the proof of a future Being. So that it's not unseasonable in such a world as this, to labour in the proof of a future Being. av cst pn31|vbz xx j p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vbg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 455 Image 138
2332 For besides those that openly oppose this Principle of our Faith; For beside those that openly oppose this Principle of our Faith; p-acp p-acp d cst av-j vvi d n1 pp-f po12 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 455 Image 138
2333 the vileness and debauchery of our days are too sad an argument that many others do not believe it. the vileness and debauchery of our days Are too sad an argument that many Others do not believe it. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbr av j dt n1 cst d n2-jn vdb xx vvi pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 455 Image 138
2334 Men could not be so impious, did they believe themselves immortal; nor live so much like Beasts, did they not think also that they should die as such. Men could not be so impious, did they believe themselves immortal; nor live so much like Beasts, did they not think also that they should die as such. np1 vmd xx vbi av j, vdd pns32 vvi px32 j; ccx vvb av d j n2, vdd pns32 xx vvi av cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp d. (9) sermon (DIV1) 455 Image 138
2335 Now as our Saviour, dealing with the Jewish Sadducees, did not make use of the proofs that were most obvious and direct, Now as our Saviour, dealing with the Jewish Sadducees, did not make use of the proofs that were most obvious and Direct, av p-acp po12 n1, vvg p-acp dt jp np2, vdd xx vvi n1 pp-f dt n2 cst vbdr av-ds j cc j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 456 Image 138
2336 but of that which was most sutable; not of the plain and clear places in the other Scriptures, of which the Sadducees made no account; but of that which was most suitable; not of the plain and clear places in the other Scriptures, of which the Sadducees made no account; cc-acp pp-f d r-crq vbds av-ds j; xx pp-f dt j cc j n2 p-acp dt j-jn n2, pp-f r-crq dt np2 vvd dx n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 456 Image 138
2337 but of this from the Books of Moses, whose Authority they granted: but of this from the Books of Moses, whose authority they granted: cc-acp pp-f d p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 pns32 vvd: (9) sermon (DIV1) 456 Image 138
2338 In like manner, while we treat with the modern Sadducees, we must not offer Arguments from the Testimony of these or other Scriptures, which they value not; In like manner, while we Treat with the modern Sadducees, we must not offer Arguments from the Testimony of these or other Scriptures, which they valve not; p-acp j n1, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt j np2, pns12 vmb xx vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cc j-jn n2, r-crq pns32 vvb xx; (9) sermon (DIV1) 456 Image 138
2339 but reckon with them from the principles of Reason, which they cannot but acknowledge. but reckon with them from the principles of Reason, which they cannot but acknowledge. cc-acp vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 456 Image 138
2340 And the Arguments I shall now use, to prove a Future Life, shall be of this latter sort: And the Arguments I shall now use, to prove a Future Life, shall be of this latter sort: cc dt n2 pns11 vmb av vvi, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, vmb vbi pp-f d d n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 456 Image 138
2341 and those not taken from Philosophick heights, and remote Speculations, but from moral Considerations, improving things obvious; and those not taken from Philosophic heights, and remote Speculations, but from moral Considerations, improving things obvious; cc d xx vvn p-acp j n2, cc j n2, p-acp p-acp j n2, vvg n2 j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 456 Image 138
2342 and taking ground from matters of common observation. And though I hope there are none of those Infidels in this place; and taking ground from matters of Common observation. And though I hope there Are none of those Infidels in this place; cc vvg n1 p-acp n2 pp-f j n1. cc cs pns11 vvb pc-acp vbr pix pp-f d n2 p-acp d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 456 Image 138
2343 yet, I suppose, it may not be wholly unprofitable to you to be minded of the reasons of your Faith, in days wherein so many make Shipwrack of it. yet, I suppose, it may not be wholly unprofitable to you to be minded of the Reasons of your Faith, in days wherein so many make Shipwreck of it. av, pns11 vvb, pn31 vmb xx vbi av-jn j p-acp pn22 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n2 pp-f po22 n1, p-acp n2 c-crq av d vvb n1 pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 456 Image 138
2344 This then I shall endeavour, viz. 1. To shew some moral Arguments to enforce the belief of a Future Life. This then I shall endeavour, viz. 1. To show Some moral Arguments to enforce the belief of a Future Life. d cs pns11 vmb vvi, n1 crd p-acp vvi d j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 457 Image 138
2345 2. The causes and occasions of unbelief, in this Article. 3. What this Infidelity infers in the just reasoning and consequence of it. 2. The Causes and occasions of unbelief, in this Article. 3. What this Infidelity infers in the just reasoning and consequence of it. crd dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1. crd q-crq d n1 vvz p-acp dt j vvg cc n1 pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 459 Image 138
2346 For the First, I prove a Life to Come, 1. From some OBSERVABLES in the great world. And, For the First, I prove a Life to Come, 1. From Some OBSERVABLES in the great world. And, p-acp dt ord, pns11 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi, crd p-acp d n2-j p-acp dt j n1. np1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 461 Image 138
2347 2. From the FRAME and CONSTITUTION of our own Natures. 2. From the FRAME and CONSTITUTION of our own Nature's. crd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 463 Image 138
2348 The Phaenomena, or observables I argue from, are (1.) The Miseries of this state. The Phaenomena, or observables I argue from, Are (1.) The Misery's of this state. dt np1, cc n2-j pns11 vvb p-acp, vbr (crd) dt ng1 pp-f d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 464 Image 138
2349 And 2. The unequal distribution of good and evil here. I begin with the Miseries of this Life. And 2. The unequal distribution of good and evil Here. I begin with the Misery's of this Life. cc crd dt j n1 pp-f j cc j-jn av. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ng1 pp-f d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 464 Image 138
2350 In the description of which, I shall take liberty to enlarge a little, that we may have such a sense of it, In the description of which, I shall take liberty to enlarge a little, that we may have such a sense of it, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq, pns11 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi dt j, cst pns12 vmb vhi d dt n1 pp-f pn31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 465 Image 138
2351 as may dispose us to feel the force of the Argument. Let us consider then, That as may dispose us to feel the force of the Argument. Let us Consider then, That c-acp vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. vvb pno12 vvi av, cst (9) sermon (DIV1) 465 Image 138
2352 In whatever condition we look on this poor thing we call man, there is nothing but misery before us: In whatever condition we look on this poor thing we call man, there is nothing but misery before us: p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vvb p-acp d j n1 pns12 vvb n1, a-acp vbz pix cc-acp n1 p-acp pno12: (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2353 Prosperity is temptation to wantonness and excess: Adversity to murmuring and impatience: Riches are anxiety and care; and poverty, a complicated misery: Prosperity is temptation to wantonness and excess: Adversity to murmuring and impatience: Riches Are anxiety and care; and poverty, a complicated misery: n1 vbz n1 p-acp n1 cc n1: n1 p-acp vvg cc n1: n2 vbr n1 cc n1; cc n1, dt vvn n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2354 Labour is pain, and idleness as uneasie as employment: Wisdom affords cutting senses of the evils we encounter; Labour is pain, and idleness as uneasy as employment: Wisdom affords cutting Senses of the evils we encounter; n1 vbz n1, cc n1 c-acp j c-acp n1: n1 vvz vvg n2 pp-f dt n2-jn pns12 vvb; (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2355 and folly exposeth us to the edge of cross events. and folly exposeth us to the edge of cross events. cc n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2356 He that increaseth knowledge increaseth trouble, Eccl. 1. 18. and the soul without it is not good, Prov. 19. 2. Our enjoyments satiate, and weary us; and disappointments are smart afflictions; He that increases knowledge increases trouble, Ecclesiastes 1. 18. and the soul without it is not good, Curae 19. 2. Our enjoyments satiate, and weary us; and disappointments Are smart afflictions; pns31 cst vvz n1 vvz n1, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 p-acp pn31 vbz xx j, np1 crd crd po12 n2 vvb, cc vvi pno12; cc n2 vbr j n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2357 so that we want both when we have, and when we have not, and are miserable both in successful issues, and in defeatures: so that we want both when we have, and when we have not, and Are miserable both in successful issues, and in defeatures: av cst pns12 vvb d c-crq pns12 vhb, cc c-crq pns12 vhb xx, cc vbr j av-d p-acp j n2, cc p-acp n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2358 we complain of our misfortunes, and seek rest and ease in the shifting of our condition; we complain of our misfortunes, and seek rest and ease in the shifting of our condition; pns12 vvb pp-f po12 n2, cc vvi n1 cc vvi p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2359 but in a short time we find as many other evils as those we shun'd; but in a short time we find as many other evils as those we shunned; cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pns12 vvb p-acp d j-jn n2-jn p-acp d pns12 vvd; (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2360 and are convinc'd, that the change of our state yields no happiness, but a different kind of misery. and Are convinced, that the change of our state yields not happiness, but a different kind of misery. cc vbr vvd, cst dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz xx n1, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2361 Like men in a Fever, we toss from side to side, and find rest no where but in the Grave. Like men in a Fever, we toss from side to side, and find rest no where but in the Grave. j n2 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi n1 av-dx c-crq cc-acp p-acp dt j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2362 If we have a pleasant moment we pay severely for it in the next, and a short happiness is a torment. If we have a pleasant moment we pay severely for it in the next, and a short happiness is a torment. cs pns12 vhb dt j n1 pns12 vvb av-j p-acp pn31 p-acp dt ord, cc dt j n1 vbz dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2363 We are devour'd by our eager appetites, and torn piecemeal by the contrariety of desires and inclinations: We Are devoured by our eager appetites, and torn piecemeal by the contrariety of Desires and inclinations: pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 j n2, cc vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2364 We carry all the beasts of prey within us; We carry all the beasts of prey within us; pns12 vvb d dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12; (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2365 There's a fire in our breasts that consumes us, and we die by the same flame by which we live. Nor is the condition of our bodies less sad and tragical: There's a fire in our breasts that consumes us, and we die by the same flame by which we live. Nor is the condition of our bodies less sad and tragical: pc-acp|vbz dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 cst vvz pno12, cc pns12 vvb p-acp dt d n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvi. ccx vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 av-dc j cc j: (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2366 We are scorch'd by Fevers, melted in Catarrhs, burn and freeze in Agues, are rack'd by Gouts, maim'd by Gangrenes, We Are scorched by Fevers, melted in Catarrhs, burn and freeze in Fevers, Are racked by Gouts, maimed by Gangrene, pns12 vbr j-vvn p-acp n2, vvn p-acp n2, vvb cc vvi p-acp n2, vbr vvn p-acp n2, vvn p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2367 and rent asunder by violent pains within our bowels: and rend asunder by violent pains within our bowels: cc vvn av p-acp j n2 p-acp po12 n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2368 At last we are made the food of worms, except a Consumption deceive them, and send away our flesh before us. At last we Are made the food of worms, except a Consumption deceive them, and send away our Flesh before us. p-acp ord pns12 vbr vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp dt n1 vvi pno32, cc vvi av po12 n1 p-acp pno12. (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2369 The best of our condition is, that we can die, and mingle with insensible rottenness and corruption. The best of our condition is, that we can die, and mingle with insensible rottenness and corruption. dt av-js pp-f po12 n1 vbz, cst pns12 vmb vvi, cc vvi p-acp j n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2370 The Grave is the best bed we find till we turn to ashes; The Grave is the best Bed we find till we turn to Ashes; dt j vbz dt js n1 pns12 vvb c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2371 and the silent darkness of the house of worms and bones, is better than the light of the Sun, and comfort of the Elements. and the silent darkness of the house of worms and bones, is better than the Light of the Sun, and Comfort of the Elements. cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, vbz jc cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 466 Image 138
2372 Such is the condition of this mortal Life; Such is the condition of this Mortal Life; d vbz dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 138
2373 This is our portion, and our lot is this. And these miseries of the present state afford us the comfort of the Conclusion, That there is another: and that this is not all the Life of man. This is our portion, and our lot is this. And these misery's of the present state afford us the Comfort of the Conclusion, That there is Another: and that this is not all the Life of man. d vbz po12 n1, cc po12 n1 vbz d. cc d n2 pp-f dt j n1 vvb pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pc-acp vbz j-jn: cc d d vbz xx d dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 138
2374 For God hath made us, and not we our selves; And he is infinitely good, and infinitely powerful: For God hath made us, and not we our selves; And he is infinitely good, and infinitely powerful: p-acp np1 vhz vvn pno12, cc xx pns12 po12 n2; cc pns31 vbz av-j j, cc av-j j: (9) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 138
2375 Absolutely perfect, and perfection it self, and of his fulness he communicates to his creatures, and takes infinite pleasure in so doing. Absolutely perfect, and perfection it self, and of his fullness he communicates to his creatures, and Takes infinite pleasure in so doing. av-j j, cc n1 pn31 n1, cc pp-f po31 n1 pns31 n2 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvz j n1 p-acp av vdg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 138
2376 This our Reasons, and the common notions of mankind teach us concerning God: This our Reasons, and the Common notions of mankind teach us Concerning God: d po12 n2, cc dt j n2 pp-f n1 vvb pno12 vvg n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 138
2377 And hence it follows, that he hath made nothing to be miserable; he hath no pleasure in the vexations, and destruction of the Living; And hence it follows, that he hath made nothing to be miserable; he hath no pleasure in the vexations, and destruction of the Living; cc av pn31 vvz, cst pns31 vhz vvn pix pc-acp vbi j; pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp dt n2, cc n1 pp-f dt n-vvg; (9) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 138
2378 but made all things that they might enjoy their Being: but made all things that they might enjoy their Being: cc-acp vvd d n2 cst pns32 vmd vvi po32 vbg: (9) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 138
2379 There can be no envy, imperfection, or shadow of evil, or defect in the fountain of Benignity and fulness. There can be no envy, imperfection, or shadow of evil, or defect in the fountain of Benignity and fullness. a-acp vmb vbi dx n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f n-jn, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 138
2380 Now He that is so absolutely perfect, and so infinitely good, hath plac'd us under these circumstances of present infelicity; Now He that is so absolutely perfect, and so infinitely good, hath placed us under these Circumstances of present infelicity; av pns31 cst vbz av av-j j, cc av av-j j, vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d n2 pp-f j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 138
2381 and therefore from that goodness, and that perfection, we may argue, that he hath made other provision for us; and Therefore from that Goodness, and that perfection, we may argue, that he hath made other provision for us; cc av p-acp d n1, cc d n1, pns12 vmb vvi, cst pns31 vhz vvn j-jn n1 p-acp pno12; (9) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 138
2382 and that there is a Life besides this mortal miserable condition. and that there is a Life beside this Mortal miserable condition. cc cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d j-jn j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 467 Image 138
2383 Otherwise, with how much reason might we expostulate as Job did, Job 3. 20. Why was light given unto man? why was the Sun suffer'd to see a thing so miserable? why did we not go from the darkness of the Womb to that of the Grave; Otherwise, with how much reason might we expostulate as Job did, Job 3. 20. Why was Light given unto man? why was the Sun suffered to see a thing so miserable? why did we not go from the darkness of the Womb to that of the Grave; av, p-acp c-crq d n1 vmd pns12 vvi p-acp n1 vdd, np1 crd crd q-crq vbds av-j vvn p-acp n1? q-crq vbds dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 av j? q-crq vdd pns12 xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp cst pp-f dt j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 468 Image 138
2384 and cease to be, assoon as we had a Being? Is our Maker pleas'd with our sighs; and cease to be, As soon as we had a Being? Is our Maker pleased with our sighs; cc vvb pc-acp vbi, av c-acp pns12 vhd dt vbg? vbz po12 n1 vvn p-acp po12 n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 468 Image 138
2385 or is there any Musick or sweetness to Him in our groans and tears? Every thing else that he hath made, is perfect in its kind, or is there any Music or sweetness to Him in our groans and tears? Every thing Else that he hath made, is perfect in its kind, cc vbz pc-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2? np1 n1 av cst pns31 vhz vvn, vbz j p-acp po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 468 Image 138
2386 and enjoyes an happiness sutable to its nature: and enjoys an happiness suitable to its nature: cc vvz dt n1 j p-acp po31 n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 468 Image 138
2387 And must ours be the single excepted case, and man be the only instance of wretchedness and misery? And must ours be the single excepted case, and man be the only instance of wretchedness and misery? cc vmb png12 vbi dt j vvn n1, cc n1 vbb dt av-j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1? (9) sermon (DIV1) 468 Image 138
2388 These suppositions are not consistent with the perfections of the Divine nature, and yet would be sad realities if this Life were all; and there were nothing else to succeed it. These suppositions Are not consistent with the perfections of the Divine nature, and yet would be sad realities if this Life were all; and there were nothing Else to succeed it. d n2 vbr xx j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc av vmd vbi j n2 cs d n1 vbdr av-d; cc a-acp vbdr pix av pc-acp vvi pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 469 Image 138
2389 2. I prove there is another Life, from the unequal distribution of good and evil in this. The passages of the present world are a very Chaos; there must be a world of light and order. 2. I prove there is Another Life, from the unequal distribution of good and evil in this. The passages of the present world Are a very Chaos; there must be a world of Light and order. crd pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz j-jn n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j cc j-jn p-acp d. dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 vbr dt j n1; a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 470 Image 138
2390 All things here come alike unto all, Eccles. 9. 2. Yea, there is very often a worse event of things to the righteous, than to the wicked. All things Here come alike unto all, Eccles. 9. 2. Yea, there is very often a Worse event of things to the righteous, than to the wicked. av-d n2 av vvb av-j p-acp d, np1 crd crd uh, pc-acp vbz av av dt jc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j, cs p-acp dt j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 470 Image 138
2391 Treasons and Villanies are crown'd with successful issues: Triumphs and Victories attend the Ensigns of Tyrants and Usurpers; Treasons and Villainies Are crowned with successful issues: Triumphos and Victories attend the Ensigns of Tyrants and Usurpers; ng1 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp j n2: n2 cc n2 vvb dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 470 Image 138
2392 the Just is made a prey to the Sons of Violence; and persecuted in his friends and name, even beyond the Grave; the Just is made a prey to the Sons of Violence; and persecuted in his Friends and name, even beyond the Grave; dt j vbz vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; cc vvn p-acp po31 n2 cc n1, av p-acp dt j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 470 Image 138
2393 while the injurious are Courted by smiling successes, and born to the Stars by flatteries and applauses. while the injurious Are Courted by smiling Successes, and born to the Stars by flatteries and applauses. cs dt j vbr vvn p-acp j-vvg n2, cc vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp n2 cc n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 470 Image 138
2394 They lay down their heads upon peaceful pillows, and take farewell of the world in solemn and pompous obsequies: They lay down their Heads upon peaceful pillows, and take farewell of the world in solemn and pompous obsequies: pns32 vvd a-acp po32 n2 p-acp j n2, cc vvb n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j cc j n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 470 Image 138
2395 When the persecuted Vertue swims in a Sea of blood to the Tomb, without other ceremony, When the persecuted Virtue swims in a Sea of blood to the Tomb, without other ceremony, c-crq dt vvn n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 470 Image 138
2396 than the tears and groans of a ruin'd Family: there is no answer here to the cries of the Fatherless and the Widow; than the tears and groans of a ruined Family: there is no answer Here to the cries of the Fatherless and the Widow; cs dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n1: pc-acp vbz dx n1 av p-acp dt vvz pp-f dt j cc dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 470 Image 138
2397 the Oppressed go down complaining into darkness; and providence seems as silent as the Grave. Wickedness hath Vertue's Livery and reward, and the Patrimony of Innocence is beggery and unhappiness. the Oppressed go down complaining into darkness; and providence seems as silent as the Grave. Wickedness hath Virtue's Livery and reward, and the Patrimony of Innocence is beggary and unhappiness. dt j-vvn vvi a-acp vvg p-acp n1; cc n1 vvz p-acp j p-acp dt j. n1 vhz n1|vbz n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 470 Image 138
2398 Providence seems now by glorious successes to countenance the Alchoran, and the Tyrant Ottoman spreads his victorious Arms, and is flesh'd in Triumphs. Providence seems now by glorious Successes to countenance the Alcoran, and the Tyrant Ottoman spreads his victorious Arms, and is fleshed in Triumphos. n1 vvz av p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi dt np1, cc dt n1 jp vvz po31 j n2, cc vbz vvn p-acp n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 470 Image 138
2399 The race is not to the swift, nor the battel to the strong, nor bread to men of understanding, Eccl. 9. 11. But the things of Earth seem to be distributed by a kind of blind Lottery, and to justifie the conclusion of the Atheist, that the moral world (as he supposeth of the natural ) is rul'd by a fortuitous range of undesign'd events. The raze is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, nor bred to men of understanding, Ecclesiastes 9. 11. But the things of Earth seem to be distributed by a kind of blind Lottery, and to justify the conclusion of the Atheist, that the moral world (as he Supposeth of the natural) is ruled by a fortuitous range of undesigned events. dt n1 vbz xx p-acp dt j, ccx dt n1 p-acp dt j, ccx n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt j n1 (c-acp pns31 vvz pp-f dt j) vbz vvn p-acp dt j vvb pp-f vvn n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 470 Image 138
2400 Thus things are in the present world; and yet Almighty Wisdom and Justice governs and presides over it. Thus things Are in the present world; and yet Almighty Wisdom and justice governs and presides over it. av n2 vbr p-acp dt j n1; cc av j-jn n1 cc n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 471 Image 138
2401 And thence we may conclude, that all things shall at last be clear'd, and order'd according to the Rules of exactest Justice and Decorum: And since it is not done in this life, we with much reason expect and believe another. And thence we may conclude, that all things shall At last be cleared, and ordered according to the Rules of Exactest justice and Decorum: And since it is not done in this life, we with much reason expect and believe Another. cc av pns12 vmb vvi, cst d n2 vmb p-acp ord vbb vvn, cc vvn vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f js n1 cc n1: cc c-acp pn31 vbz xx vdn p-acp d n1, pns12 p-acp d n1 vvi cc vvi j-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 471 Image 138
2402 We see all things in the world of Nature, are carried on in a beautiful well disposed order: We see all things in the world of Nature, Are carried on in a beautiful well disposed order: pns12 vvb d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt j av vvn n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 472 Image 138
2403 There is harmony and elegance in the motion of the Sun and Stars; and inferiour creatures are managed by apparent wisdom and contrivance: There is harmony and elegance in the motion of the Sun and Stars; and inferior creatures Are managed by apparent Wisdom and contrivance: pc-acp vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n2; cc j-jn n2 vbr vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 472 Image 138
2404 the Universe is a great beauty, made up of regular variety; there is no monstrousness or unbecoming disharmony in nature. the Universe is a great beauty, made up of regular variety; there is no monstrousness or unbecoming disharmony in nature. dt n1 vbz dt j n1, vvd a-acp pp-f j n1; pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc j n1 p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 472 Image 138
2405 Now can we think, that the divine wisdom would be so curious in ordering the world of things below us; Now can we think, that the divine Wisdom would be so curious in ordering the world of things below us; av vmb pns12 vvi, cst dt j-jn n1 vmd vbi av j p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno12; (9) sermon (DIV1) 473 Image 138
2406 and give up his nobler workmanship to eternal confusions and disorders? and give up his Nobler workmanship to Eternal confusions and disorders? cc vvb a-acp po31 jc n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2? (9) sermon (DIV1) 473 Image 138
2407 No, certainly, He that gives the hungry Beasts their meat in due season, and sends his showers at the appointed time, to refresh the dry and parched ground; No, Certainly, He that gives the hungry Beasts their meat in due season, and sends his showers At the appointed time, to refresh the dry and parched ground; uh-dx, av-j, pns31 cst vvz dt j n2 po32 n1 p-acp j-jn n1, cc vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, pc-acp vvi dt j cc j-vvn n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 474 Image 138
2408 He that waters the Spring with his seasonable dews, and ripens the Fruit with his benign beams; He that waters the Spring with his seasonable dews, and ripens the Fruit with his benign beams; pns31 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 j n2, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 j n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 474 Image 138
2409 He that teacheth the Rivers when they shall overflow; and hath made the swelling Ocean know its bounds and limits: He that Teaches the rivers when they shall overflow; and hath made the swelling Ocean know its bounds and Limits: pns31 cst vvz dt n2 c-crq pns32 vmb vvi; cc vhz vvn dt j-vvg n1 vvi po31 n2 cc n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 474 Image 138
2410 will doubtless take care that Vertue shall at last be happy; and that the wicked shall receive the due reward of their impieties. will doubtless take care that Virtue shall At last be happy; and that the wicked shall receive the due reward of their impieties. vmb av-j vvi n1 cst n1 vmb p-acp ord vbb j; cc cst dt j vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 474 Image 138
2411 The present disorders are but preparations for that state of order, and like the rude dashes and rudiments of a Picture. The present disorders Are but preparations for that state of order, and like the rude Dashes and rudiments of a Picture. dt j n2 vbr p-acp n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc av-j dt j vvz cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 474 Image 138
2412 Thus of the arguments I propos'd from the First General, the Phaenomena or Observables of the World. Thus of the Arguments I proposed from the First General, the Phaenomena or Observables of the World. av pp-f dt n2 pns11 vvd p-acp dt ord n1, dt np1 cc n2-j pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 475 Image 138
2413 I descend to the SECOND, the Frame and Constitution of our own natures. And under this, shall consider our Reasons, Passions, Appetites, and Instincts: from each of which I shall infer something for the proof of a future Being. I begin I. I descend to the SECOND, the Frame and Constitution of our own nature's. And under this, shall Consider our Reasons, Passion, Appetites, and Instincts: from each of which I shall infer something for the proof of a future Being. I begin I. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord, dt vvb cc n1 pp-f po12 d n2. cc p-acp d, vmb vvi po12 n2, n2, n2, cc n2: p-acp d pp-f r-crq pns11 vmb vvi pi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vbg. pns11 vvb pns11. (9) sermon (DIV1) 476 Image 138
2414 with our Faculty of Reason. This is a noble power, and exercis'd not only about the matters of the body, with our Faculty of Reason. This is a noble power, and exercised not only about the matters of the body, p-acp po12 n1 pp-f n1. d vbz dt j n1, cc vvn xx av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 138
2415 but upon the highest and noblest objects; but upon the highest and Noblest objects; cc-acp p-acp dt js cc js n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 138
2416 in a way that is rais'd, and spiritual, and shews a capacity of far greater heights and improvements: in a Way that is raised, and spiritual, and shows a capacity of Far greater heights and improvements: p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn, cc j, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f j jc n2 cc n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 138
2417 Which exercises, and perfections prove, that it is design'd for more than this poor mortal condition. Which exercises, and perfections prove, that it is designed for more than this poor Mortal condition. r-crq n2, cc n2 vvb, cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dc cs d j j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 138
2418 For if this be all the Life of man, his end and happiness would then be only to provide for the body, For if this be all the Life of man, his end and happiness would then be only to provide for the body, p-acp cs d vbb d dt n1 pp-f n1, po31 vvb cc n1 vmd av vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 138
2419 and the gratification of its Senses: and the gratification of its Senses: cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 138
2420 And if we were made for no more than this, our Reasons are a superfluous provision in nature: And if we were made for no more than this, our Reasons Are a superfluous provision in nature: cc cs pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp av-dx dc cs d, po12 n2 vbr dt j n1 p-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 138
2421 For what need of the Notions of a God, Universals, and Abstracted Theories; For what need of the Notions of a God, Universals, and Abstracted Theories; c-acp r-crq n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt np1, n2, cc j-vvn n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 138
2422 in order to the filling of our bellies, and the pleasing of our Senses? What need of a power of drawing one thing from another in a chain of long dependances; in order to the filling of our bellies, and the pleasing of our Senses? What need of a power of drawing one thing from Another in a chain of long dependences; p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2, cc dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n2? q-crq n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvg pi n1 p-acp j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 138
2423 if we had nothing to do but to eat, and drink, and laugh, and die? The eye cannot be entertain'd upon abstracted notions; if we had nothing to do but to eat, and drink, and laugh, and die? The eye cannot be entertained upon abstracted notions; cs pns12 vhd pix pc-acp vdi cc-acp pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi? dt vvb vmbx vbi vvn p-acp vvn n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 138
2424 nor the palate feasted upon Geometrick subtilties; nor the palate feasted upon Geometric subtleties; ccx dt n1 vvn p-acp j n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 138
2425 there is no Musick to the ear in any demonstration of Euclid, nor any recreation to the Senses in spiritual contemplations. there is no Music to the ear in any demonstration of Euclid, nor any recreation to the Senses in spiritual contemplations. pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, ccx d n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp j n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 477 Image 138
2426 Yea high and intense exercise of our reasons is so far from being serviceable in such low offices and pleasures, that 'tis prejudicial to them; Yea high and intense exercise of our Reasons is so Far from being serviceable in such low Offices and pleasures, that it's prejudicial to them; uh j cc zz n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbz av av-j p-acp vbg j p-acp d j n2 cc n2, cst pn31|vbz j p-acp pno32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 478 Image 138
2427 for it spends the Spirits, mortifies the body, and flats the pleasure of the Senses: for it spends the Spirits, Mortifies the body, and flats the pleasure of the Senses: c-acp pn31 vvz dt n2, vvz dt n1, cc n2 dt n1 pp-f dt n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 478 Image 138
2428 So that if this were our only state, and the advantages of the body our end and happiness, our reasons then are not only needless but hurtful; especially when they are employ'd upon the highest and noblest objects. So that if this were our only state, and the advantages of the body our end and happiness, our Reasons then Are not only needless but hurtful; especially when they Are employed upon the highest and Noblest objects. av cst cs d vbdr po12 av-j n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 po12 n1 cc n1, po12 n2 av vbr xx av-j j p-acp j; av-j c-crq pns32 vbr vvd p-acp dt js cc js n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 478 Image 138
2429 Besides, 'Tis not agreeing with the divine wisdom, as 'tis discover'd in the whole Analogy of things, to make such noble faculties for so low and mean services: Beside, It's not agreeing with the divine Wisdom, as it's discovered in the Whole Analogy of things, to make such noble faculties for so low and mean services: a-acp, pn31|vbz xx vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi d j n2 c-acp av j cc j n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 479 Image 138
2430 All things have their proportion in the oeconomy of God, and are in number, weight and measure: every thing is suited to its design and end: All things have their proportion in the economy of God, and Are in number, weight and measure: every thing is suited to its Design and end: d n2 vhb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbr p-acp n1, n1 cc n1: d n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 479 Image 138
2431 And hence we may conclude that our Reasons were intended for more than the little business of this inferiour life, And hence we may conclude that our Reasons were intended for more than the little business of this inferior life, cc av pns12 vmb vvi d po12 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dc cs dt j n1 pp-f d j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 479 Image 138
2432 and that there is another in which it shall be becomingly employ'd, and gloriously improv'd. and that there is Another in which it shall be becomingly employed, and gloriously improved. cc cst pc-acp vbz j-jn p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb vbi av-vvg vvd, cc av-j vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 479 Image 138
2433 II. Our Passions in the present temper of them, afford us evidence of another Life and Being. II Our Passion in the present temper of them, afford us evidence of Another Life and Being. crd np1 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32, vvb pno12 n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc vbg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 480 Image 138
2434 As to which, we may consider them, (1) in their natural disorders; and (2.) in the regulation of them by reason and vertue. As to which, we may Consider them, (1) in their natural disorders; and (2.) in the regulation of them by reason and virtue. p-acp p-acp r-crq, pns12 vmb vvi pno32, (vvn) p-acp po32 j n2; cc (crd) p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 480 Image 138
2435 1. Let us reflect a little upon their present disorders. In our first and growing years we are unavoidably led by Sense and bodily affections: 1. Let us reflect a little upon their present disorders. In our First and growing Years we Are avoidable led by Sense and bodily affections: crd vvb pno12 vvi dt j p-acp po32 j n2. p-acp po12 ord cc vvg n2 pns12 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc j n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 138
2436 and before Reason comes to any considerable degree of exercise, our passions are commonly too strong to be govern'd by it. and before Reason comes to any considerable degree of exercise, our passion Are commonly too strong to be governed by it. cc p-acp vvb vvz p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, po12 n2 vbr av-j av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 138
2437 Yea, they maintain war against the Laws of the mind, and lead us into captivity to the Law of sin and death, Rom. 7. They fight against reason and one another, Yea, they maintain war against the Laws of the mind, and led us into captivity to the Law of since and death, Rom. 7. They fight against reason and one Another, uh, pns32 vvb n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, np1 crd pns32 vvb p-acp n1 cc crd j-jn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 138
2438 and make a tempestuous troubled Sea within us, Isa. 27. 20. so that we are driven by them upon Rocks and quicksands, and make a tempestuous troubled Sea within us, Isaiah 27. 20. so that we Are driven by them upon Rocks and quicksands, cc vvi dt j j-vvn n1 p-acp pno12, np1 crd crd av cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n2 cc n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 138
2439 and our peace and happiness is made a prey to the waves, Isa. 48. 22. All the evils of the world bear testimony to this Reign of passion: and our peace and happiness is made a prey to the waves, Isaiah 48. 22. All the evils of the world bear testimony to this Reign of passion: cc po12 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n2, np1 crd crd av-d dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp d vvi pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 138
2440 and the History of all ages is full of the sad issues of violent affections. and the History of all ages is full of the sad issues of violent affections. cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbz j pp-f dt j n2 pp-f j n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 481 Image 138
2441 Which things do plainly prove, that this is not the only, or the proper Life of man. Which things do plainly prove, that this is not the only, or the proper Life of man. r-crq n2 vdb av-j vvi, cst d vbz xx dt av-j, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 482 Image 138
2442 For certainly Reason was intended to be the ruling principle in reasonable creatures, and this Reign of passion is an usurpation in our natures, that must not last always. Passion is well defin'd by Zeno to be an unnatural, over-boiling motion: and 'tis not credible, that reasonable creatures should during their whole being, continue under violent hurries, and brutish force. For Certainly Reason was intended to be the ruling principle in reasonable creatures, and this Reign of passion is an usurpation in our nature's, that must not last always. Passion is well defined by Zeno to be an unnatural, overboiling motion: and it's not credible, that reasonable creatures should during their Whole being, continue under violent hurries, and brutish force. p-acp av-j n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi dt vvg n1 p-acp j n2, cc d vvi pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, cst vmb xx vvi av. n1 vbz av vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi dt j, j n1: cc pn31|vbz xx j, cst j n2 vmd p-acp po32 j-jn vbg, vvb p-acp j vvz, cc j vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 482 Image 138
2443 'Tis not to be suppos'd that our light shall always be darkned in an Eclipse, and muffled up in clouds; It's not to be supposed that our Light shall always be darkened in an Eclipse, and muffled up in Clouds; pn31|vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn d po12 n1 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvn a-acp p-acp n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 482 Image 138
2444 the Moon and Stars may rule the night, but if there be a Sun there must be a day, in which it shall govern. the Moon and Stars may Rule the night, but if there be a Sun there must be a day, in which it shall govern. dt n1 cc n2 vmb vvi dt n1, p-acp cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 a-acp vmb vbi dt n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 482 Image 138
2445 Reason will have its time of Rule; Reason will have its time of Rule; n1 vmb vhi po31 n1 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 482 Image 138
2446 as Sense and Passion have had theirs; and that must be in another world, for there is but little of it in this. I say little of it, as Sense and Passion have had theirs; and that must be in Another world, for there is but little of it in this. I say little of it, c-acp n1 cc n1 vhb vhn png32; cc cst vmb vbi p-acp j-jn n1, c-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp j pp-f pn31 p-acp d. pns11 vvb j pp-f pn31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 482 Image 138
2447 but some there is ▪ and the Empire of Conscience is begun in the vertuous. This is the other thing in the temper of our Passions to be consider'd, viz. but Some there is ▪ and the Empire of Conscience is begun in the virtuous. This is the other thing in the temper of our Passion to be considered, viz. cc-acp d a-acp vbz ▪ cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j. d vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, n1 (9) sermon (DIV1) 482 Image 138
2448 2. The Regulation of them by vertue and Reason. This is the beginning of a new Life; a Life proper for men; 2. The Regulation of them by virtue and Reason. This is the beginning of a new Life; a Life proper for men; crd dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1. d vbz dt vvg pp-f dt j n1; dt n1 j p-acp n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 483 Image 138
2449 which in the best is weak and defective here; and arrives not to any very considerable height of perfection; which in the best is weak and defective Here; and arrives not to any very considerable height of perfection; r-crq p-acp dt js vbz j cc j av; cc vvz xx p-acp d j j n1 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 483 Image 138
2450 hence also we may conclude that there is another Life, in which those divine inchoations shall be compleated. hence also we may conclude that there is Another Life, in which those divine inchoations shall be completed. av av pns12 vmb vvi cst pc-acp vbz j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq d j-jn n2 vmb vbi vvd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 483 Image 138
2451 For as from the obscure discoveries of Sense, in an Infant in the Womb, we may argue there is another state, wherein the sensitive faculties that have begun to shew themselves, shall act with more advantage and perfection; For as from the Obscure discoveries of Sense, in an Infant in the Womb, we may argue there is Another state, wherein the sensitive faculties that have begun to show themselves, shall act with more advantage and perfection; p-acp a-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi a-acp vbz j-jn n1, c-crq dt j n2 cst vhb vvn pc-acp vvi px32, vmb vvi p-acp dc n1 cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 483 Image 138
2452 In like manner those Essayes of the soul towards a better Life in the vertuous, is an Argument that indeed there is one; and that this present state is but the Womb of the future. In like manner those Essays of the soul towards a better Life in the virtuous, is an Argument that indeed there is one; and that this present state is but the Womb of the future. p-acp j n1 d n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp dt j, vbz dt n1 cst av a-acp vbz pi; cc cst d j n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 483 Image 138
2453 These are the first draughts of the divine nature, and Image; and God will not suffer it to die in imperfect rudiments. These Are the First draughts of the divine nature, and Image; and God will not suffer it to die in imperfect rudiments. d vbr dt ord n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc n1; cc np1 vmb xx vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 138
2454 The blushes of the morning are an earnest of an ensuing day. The Blushes of the morning Are an earnest of an ensuing day. dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 138
2455 The Chaldee Oracles call these the Tokens and Symbols that God hath inserted in the Soul; The Chaldee Oracles call these the Tokens and Symbols that God hath inserted in the Soul; dt np1 n2 vvb d dt n2 cc n2 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 138
2456 they are the first-fruits, and no doubt the harvest will follow. they Are the Firstfruits, and no doubt the harvest will follow. pns32 vbr dt n2, cc dx n1 dt n1 vmb vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 138
2457 The tendencies of lower nature do not use to be altogether in vain; much less shall the beginnings of the divine Life, The tendencies of lower nature do not use to be altogether in vain; much less shall the beginnings of the divine Life, dt n2 pp-f jc n1 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vbi av p-acp j; av-d av-dc vmb dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 138
2458 and the resemblances of the immortal Deity. and the resemblances of the immortal Deity. cc dt n2 pp-f dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 138
2459 All life is immortal, saith Plato, and certainly the seed of this noble and spiritual one shall not perish. All life is immortal, Says Plato, and Certainly the seed of this noble and spiritual one shall not perish. d n1 vbz j, vvz np1, cc av-j dt n1 pp-f d j cc j pi vmb xx vvi. (9) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 138
2460 God will not leave his Image in the grave, nor suffer this spark of him to see corruption. God will not leave his Image in the grave, nor suffer this spark of him to see corruption. np1 vmb xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, ccx vvb d n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp vvb n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 484 Image 138
2461 The summ is, The Regulation and Government of Passion, is a new Life begun; The sum is, The Regulation and Government of Passion, is a new Life begun; dt n1 vbz, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt j n1 vvn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 485 Image 138
2462 the NONLATINALPHABET, the true, proper rational Life (as Plotinus calls it) but in this world 'tis very incompleat and defective; and therefore there is another, in which it shall grow up to the fulness of its stature and perfection. the, the true, proper rational Life (as Plotinus calls it) but in this world it's very incomplete and defective; and Therefore there is Another, in which it shall grow up to the fullness of its stature and perfection. dt, dt j, j j n1 (c-acp np1 vvz pn31) p-acp p-acp d n1 pn31|vbz j j cc j; cc av pc-acp vbz j-jn, p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 485 Image 138
2463 I come in order to argue the same, III. From our Desires and Appetites in two instances, viz. (1.) Their dissatisfactions with the things of the present World; I come in order to argue the same, III. From our Desires and Appetites in two instances, viz. (1.) Their dissatisfactions with the things of the present World; pns11 vvb p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt d, np1. p-acp po12 vvz cc n2 p-acp crd n2, n1 (crd) po32 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 486 Image 138
2464 and (2) some Tendencies of them towards another. 1. I begin with the unsatisfiedness of them. and (2) Some Tendencies of them towards Another. 1. I begin with the unsatisfiedness of them. cc (crd) d n2 pp-f pno32 p-acp j-jn. crd pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (9) sermon (DIV1) 486 Image 138
2465 Our desires are too wide for our enjoyments; and there is a thirst in the soul that is unsatiable. Our Desires Are too wide for our enjoyments; and there is a thirst in the soul that is unsatiable. po12 n2 vbr av j c-acp po12 n2; cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 487 Image 138
2466 When we have one thing we want another, and our appetites are always craving. When we have one thing we want Another, and our appetites Are always craving. c-crq pns12 vhb crd n1 pns12 vvb j-jn, cc po12 n2 vbr av vvg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 487 Image 138
2467 There is not bread for the hungry soul, nor any fitting entertainment on this side the Sun: There is not bred for the hungry soul, nor any fitting entertainment on this side the Sun: pc-acp vbz xx n1 p-acp dt j n1, ccx d j-vvg n1 p-acp d n1 dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 487 Image 138
2468 We flatter our selves with fancied satisfactions at distance, but when we come near we find not the happiness and content we expected. We flatter our selves with fancied satisfactions At distance, but when we come near we find not the happiness and content we expected. pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp j-vvn n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb j pns12 vvb xx dt n1 cc n1 pns12 vvd. (9) sermon (DIV1) 487 Image 138
2469 And as Children think that at such a Hill they should touch the Skies: so we phancy that in compassing such, or such designs we should be happy; And as Children think that At such a Hill they should touch the Skies: so we fancy that in compassing such, or such designs we should be happy; cc c-acp n2 vvb cst p-acp d dt n1 pns32 vmd vvi dt n2: av pns12 n1 cst p-acp vvg d, cc d n2 pns12 vmd vbi j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 487 Image 138
2470 but when that is done, we see as much beyond us, and learn that in appetities there is no Term or Horizon. but when that is done, we see as much beyond us, and Learn that in appetites there is no Term or Horizon. cc-acp c-crq d vbz vdn, pns12 vvb p-acp d p-acp pno12, cc vvb cst p-acp n2 pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 487 Image 138
2471 Now these dissatisfactions with the things of the present world (which are no sullen or Cynick humours, Now these dissatisfactions with the things of the present world (which Are no sullen or Cynic humours, av d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 (r-crq vbr dx j cc n1 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 138
2472 but the complaint of all mankind (afford an Argument of much probability, that we were not made for this state only; nor chiefly for it. but the complaint of all mankind (afford an Argument of much probability, that we were not made for this state only; nor chiefly for it. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 (vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst pns12 vbdr xx vvn p-acp d n1 av-j; ccx av-jn p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 138
2473 For all Faculties are satisfied with the due measures of their proper objects; For all Faculties Are satisfied with the due measures of their proper objects; p-acp d n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f po32 j n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 138
2474 and every thing rests in its own Element: And therefore the restlesness and inquietudes of men in the present Life are an Argument that we are not yet where we should be, and every thing rests in its own Element: And Therefore the restlessness and inquietudes of men in the present Life Are an Argument that we Are not yet where we should be, cc d n1 vvz p-acp po31 d n1: cc av dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j n1 vbr dt n1 cst pns12 vbr xx av c-crq pns12 vmd vbi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 138
2475 but that we were design'd to live again in another: Which reason we may improve by this further observation: but that we were designed to live again in Another: Which reason we may improve by this further observation: cc-acp cst pns12 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi av p-acp j-jn: r-crq n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d jc n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 138
2476 namely, that the better any man is, the less he is pleased with these perishing enjoyments. namely, that the better any man is, the less he is pleased with these perishing enjoyments. av, cst dt jc d n1 vbz, dt dc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d j-vvg n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 138
2477 The noise of Fame, the pleasures of Sense, and the pageantry of worldly greatness, are to Him like the Rattles and Cherrystones of his Child-hood; The noise of Fame, the pleasures of Sense, and the pageantry of worldly greatness, Are to Him like the Rattles and Cherrystones of his Childhood; dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j n1, vbr p-acp pno31 av-j dt vvz cc n2 pp-f po31 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 138
2478 He hath lost his taste and relish of such entertainments. He hath lost his taste and relish of such entertainments. pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 138
2479 And now, if all the delights and comforts we are to expect, were of this sort, the best men are in the worst condition, in losing all their share of their proper pleasure and felicity; And now, if all the delights and comforts we Are to expect, were of this sort, the best men Are in the worst condition, in losing all their share of their proper pleasure and felicity; cc av, cs d dt n2 cc n2 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, vbdr pp-f d n1, dt av-js n2 vbr p-acp dt js n1, p-acp vvg d po32 n1 pp-f po32 j n1 cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 138
2480 and living without taste among so many relishing enjoyments. and living without taste among so many relishing enjoyments. cc vvg p-acp n1 p-acp av d vvg n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 488 Image 138
2481 2. The Bent of the desires of Good men towards another world, is a probable inducement to believe, There is another. Indeed the greatest part of mankind is so miserably sunk into earth and sense, that they feel no such tendencies or propensions, 2. The Bent of the Desires of Good men towards Another world, is a probable inducement to believe, There is Another. Indeed the greatest part of mankind is so miserably sunk into earth and sense, that they feel no such tendencies or propensions, crd dt vvd pp-f dt n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp j-jn n1, vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vbz j-jn. av dt js n1 pp-f n1 vbz av av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cst pns32 vvb dx d n2 cc n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 489 Image 138
2482 but rather averseness to all things that do not gratifie the body, and serve its interests: but rather averseness to all things that do not gratify the body, and serve its interests: cc-acp av-c n1 p-acp d n2 cst vdb xx vvi dt n1, cc vvi po31 n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 489 Image 138
2483 But yet there are those who have strong inclinations towards another Life; But yet there Are those who have strong inclinations towards Another Life; cc-acp av a-acp vbr d r-crq vhb j n2 p-acp j-jn n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 489 Image 138
2484 and the more vertuous any man is, the earnester will his desires be after the state of Immortality: and the more virtuous any man is, the earnester will his Desires be After the state of Immortality: cc dt av-dc j d n1 vbz, dt jc vmb po31 n2 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 489 Image 138
2485 which importunities and cravings of their souls, give us some ground to think, that there is another world, which importunities and cravings of their Souls, give us Some ground to think, that there is Another world, r-crq n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f po32 n2, vvb pno12 d n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pc-acp vbz j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 489 Image 138
2486 and objects in it suited to their desires: and objects in it suited to their Desires: cc n2 p-acp pn31 vvd p-acp po32 n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 489 Image 138
2487 Otherwise those appetites would be in vain, and the best would be most miserable, while they quitted other satisfactions, Otherwise those appetites would be in vain, and the best would be most miserable, while they quit other satisfactions, av d n2 vmd vbi p-acp j, cc dt av-js vmd vbi av-ds j, cs pns32 vvn j-jn n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 489 Image 138
2488 and grasp'd after air and delusion, I come now to the last head of proof. IV. Our Instincts; or some natural propensions of universal mankind. and grasped After air and delusion, I come now to the last head of proof. IV. Our Instincts; or Some natural propensions of universal mankind. cc vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1. np1 po12 n2; cc d j n2 pp-f j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 489 Image 138
2489 The instances I shall name are two, (1.) The general belief and acknowledgement of another Life. (2.) The common desire of Memory after death. The instances I shall name Are two, (1.) The general belief and acknowledgement of Another Life. (2.) The Common desire of Memory After death. dt n2 pns11 vmb vvi vbr crd, (crd) dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (crd) dt j vvb pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 491 Image 138
2490 1. For the first, the Doctrine of a Life to Come, hath not been the opinion only of concern'd Priests, or designing Politicians; of melancholy Superstitionists, or distracted Enthusiasts. It hath not been the conceit of a single Age, 1. For the First, the Doctrine of a Life to Come, hath not been the opinion only of concerned Priests, or designing Politicians; of melancholy Superstitionists, or distracted Enthusiasts. It hath not been the conceit of a single Age, crd p-acp dt ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vhz xx vbn dt n1 av-j pp-f vvn n2, cc vvg n2; pp-f j-jn np1, cc j-vvn n2. pn31 vhz xx vbn dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 138
2491 nor confin'd within the limits of one Country or Region, but is as general as the Light, nor confined within the Limits of one Country or Region, but is as general as the Light, ccx vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f crd n1 cc n1, cc-acp vbz p-acp j p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 138
2492 and spread as far as the utmost bounds of the reasonable nature. and spread as Far as the utmost bounds of the reasonable nature. cc vvn c-acp av-j c-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 138
2493 For those that are strangers to one another Laws and Customs, and as different in their natures as they are distant in their Climes; For those that Are Strangers to one Another Laws and Customs, and as different in their nature's as they Are distant in their Climes; p-acp d cst vbr n2 p-acp crd j-jn n2 cc n2, cc p-acp j p-acp po32 n2 c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp po32 n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 138
2494 yet all alike concur in the expectation, and belief of a future Being. yet all alike concur in the expectation, and belief of a future Being. av d av vvb p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn vbg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 138
2495 The cold Russian, and scorch'd Moor; the barbarous American, and spruce Graecian; the soft Chinese, and the rough Tartar, though vastly different in all other things, The cold Russian, and scorched Moor; the barbarous American, and spruce Grecian; the soft Chinese, and the rough Tartar, though vastly different in all other things, dt j-jn jp, cc j-vvn n1; dt j np1, cc j jp; dt j np1, cc dt j n1, c-acp av-j j p-acp d j-jn n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 138
2496 yet they agree in this, That there is another world, and that we are immortal. And 'tis the observation of Pliny, that those barbarous people that have neither Cloathes to cover their nakedness, yet they agree in this, That there is Another world, and that we Are immortal. And it's the observation of pliny, that those barbarous people that have neither Clothes to cover their nakedness, av pns32 vvb p-acp d, cst pc-acp vbz j-jn n1, cc cst pns12 vbr j. cc pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst d j n1 cst vhb dx n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 138
2497 nor Laws for a common security; nor Laws for a Common security; ccx n2 p-acp dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 138
2498 that live by the Rules of ferity and lust, and differ from the Beasts, seemingly, in little else but external shape; that live by the Rules of ferity and lust, and differ from the Beasts, seemingly, in little Else but external shape; cst vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vvb p-acp dt n2, av-vvg, p-acp j av p-acp j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 138
2499 that have neither Towns nor Houses, and but just reason enough to provide for the necessities of nature; that have neither Towns nor Houses, and but just reason enough to provide for the necessities of nature; cst vhb dx n2 ccx n2, cc p-acp j n1 av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 138
2500 yet these live in expectation and belief of a Life after this; And the latter improvements of Navigation, yet these live in expectation and belief of a Life After this; And the latter improvements of Navigation, av d vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d; cc dt d n2 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 138
2501 and remote discoveries, confirm the same in the farthest darkest parts of the habitable Earth. and remote discoveries, confirm the same in the farthest Darkest parts of the habitable Earth. cc j n2, vvb dt d p-acp dt js js n2 pp-f dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 492 Image 138
2502 Now this general effect must have some general cause, which cannot be any general deception; For it is not morally possible, that those who are at so vast a distance in place, Now this general Effect must have Some general cause, which cannot be any general deception; For it is not morally possible, that those who Are At so vast a distance in place, av d j n1 vmb vhi d j n1, r-crq vmbx vbi d j n1; p-acp pn31 vbz xx av-j j, cst d r-crq vbr p-acp av j dt n1 p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 493 Image 138
2503 and nature, and all other circumstances, should agree in a common deceit, and jump in the same imposture. and nature, and all other Circumstances, should agree in a Common deceit, and jump in the same imposture. cc n1, cc d j-jn n2, vmd vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc vvi p-acp dt d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 493 Image 138
2504 It must arise then either from some universal explicite Revelation, or an universal Instinct, or voice of nature. It must arise then either from Some universal explicit Revelation, or an universal Instinct, or voice of nature. pn31 vmb vvi av av-d p-acp d j j n1, cc dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 493 Image 138
2505 If the former be granted, 'tis full proof of the assertion: If the former be granted, it's full proof of the assertion: cs dt j vbi vvn, pn31|vbz j n1 pp-f dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 493 Image 138
2506 or if that be not, 'tis the other, which seems most probable, viz. that God hath inserted it into our reasonable natures; or by his providence hath conveyed it into the minds of all men, which is Tantamont unto it. or if that be not, it's the other, which seems most probable, viz. that God hath inserted it into our reasonable nature's; or by his providence hath conveyed it into the minds of all men, which is Tantamount unto it. cc cs d vbb xx, pn31|vbz dt j-jn, r-crq vvz av-ds j, n1 cst np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp po12 j n2; cc p-acp po31 n1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, r-crq vbz np1 p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 493 Image 138
2507 And so we are carried to this belief, as the Lamb is to the Dugg: or other creatures to the food or work of their particular natures. And so we Are carried to this belief, as the Lamb is to the Dug: or other creatures to the food or work of their particular nature's. cc av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt vvd: cc j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 j n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 493 Image 138
2508 On this account Aristotle sets it down for a Rule, NONLATINALPHABET, and Cicero saith the same, Quod omnibus videtur, est. On this account Aristotle sets it down for a Rule,, and Cicero Says the same, Quod omnibus videtur, est. p-acp d n1 np1 vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1,, cc np1 vvz dt d, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la. (9) sermon (DIV1) 494 Image 138
2509 That which seems to all, is. For what ever is so universal, is from God, who cannot deceive, or be mistaken. That which seems to all, is. For what ever is so universal, is from God, who cannot deceive, or be mistaken. cst r-crq vvz p-acp d, vbz. p-acp r-crq av vbz av j, vbz p-acp np1, r-crq vmbx vvi, cc vbi vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 494 Image 138
2510 2. The desire of Memory after death is an Instinct in mankind: 2. The desire of Memory After death is an Instinct in mankind: crd dt vvb pp-f n1 p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 495 Image 138
2511 and whether the former be so properly, or not, this is certainly such: All way have been taken to perpetuate mens Names and Memories; and whither the former be so properly, or not, this is Certainly such: All Way have been taken to perpetuate men's Names and Memories; cc cs dt j vbi av av-j, cc xx, d vbz av-j d: d n1 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi ng2 n2 cc n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 495 Image 138
2512 Children and great Houses, and noble Deeds, and Books, and Monuments; yea, and as if Earth wanted things sufficiently lasting to satisfie this appetite of Immortality; men have placed themselves in the regions of incorruption, Children and great Houses, and noble deeds, and Books, and Monuments; yea, and as if Earth wanted things sufficiently lasting to satisfy this appetite of Immortality; men have placed themselves in the regions of incorruption, n2 cc j n2, cc j n2, cc n2, cc n2; uh, cc c-acp cs n1 vvd n2 av-j vvg pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1; n2 vhb vvn px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 495 Image 138
2513 and have called the Stars by their own names. and have called the Stars by their own names. cc vhb vvn dt n2 p-acp po32 d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 495 Image 138
2514 Now this universal thirst after such an imaginary Immortality is an inducement to believe, there is a real one: Since did we cease to be, assoon as we die and disappear to this world, such an appetite would be unreasonable and ridiculous: Now this universal thirst After such an imaginary Immortality is an inducement to believe, there is a real one: Since did we cease to be, As soon as we die and disappear to this world, such an appetite would be unreasonable and ridiculous: av d j vvb p-acp d dt j n1 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vbz dt j pi: a-acp vdd pns12 vvb p-acp vbb, av c-acp pns12 vvb cc vvi p-acp d n1, d dt n1 vmd vbi j cc j: (9) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 138
2515 For why should we desire a precarious being in a name and memory, if our true selves were so shortly to be nothing? Of what concernment is it to us to be remembred, For why should we desire a precarious being in a name and memory, if our true selves were so shortly to be nothing? Of what concernment is it to us to be remembered, p-acp q-crq vmd pns12 vvi dt j vbg p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cs po12 j n2 vbdr av av-j pc-acp vbi pix? pp-f r-crq n1 vbz pn31 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 138
2516 if in a few days all things should be forgotten for ever: if in a few days all things should be forgotten for ever: cs p-acp dt d n2 d n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp av: (9) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 138
2517 and we were to go into an eternal silence and oblivion? What would a Stone be the better for being accounted one of the Ancient Pillars of Seth? or a piece of wood in beeing esteemed a Sacred Relique of the Cross? The summ is, Mankind hath an appetite of posthumous Memory, which would be senseless, and to no purpose if there be no Life but this: Now God implants no Instincts in his creatures that are futilous and in vain; and therefore hence also we may conclude, that there is a Future Being. and we were to go into an Eternal silence and oblivion? What would a Stone be the better for being accounted one of the Ancient Pillars of Seth? or a piece of wood in being esteemed a Sacred Relic of the Cross? The sum is, Mankind hath an appetite of posthumous Memory, which would be senseless, and to no purpose if there be no Life but this: Now God implants no Instincts in his creatures that Are futilous and in vain; and Therefore hence also we may conclude, that there is a Future Being. cc pns12 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1? q-crq vmd dt n1 vbb dt jc p-acp vbg vvn crd pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1? cc dt n1 pp-f j p-acp vbg vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt vvi? dt n1 vbz, n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f n2 n1, r-crq vmd vbi j, cc p-acp dx n1 cs pc-acp vbb dx n1 p-acp d: av np1 vvz dx n2 p-acp po31 n2 cst vbr j cc p-acp j; cc av av av pns12 vmb vvi, cst a-acp vbz dt j-jn vbg. (9) sermon (DIV1) 496 Image 138
2518 I have now done with the Arguments on which I intended to insist: I have now done with the Arguments on which I intended to insist: pns11 vhb av vdn p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi: (9) sermon (DIV1) 497 Image 138
2519 After all, I cannot say that each of them is an absolute demonstration; or that the evidence of every one is such as is impossible to be avoided: After all, I cannot say that each of them is an absolute demonstration; or that the evidence of every one is such as is impossible to be avoided: p-acp d, pns11 vmbx vvi cst d pp-f pno32 vbz dt j n1; cc d dt n1 pp-f d crd vbz d c-acp vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn: (9) sermon (DIV1) 497 Image 138
2520 there are few proofs of that nature: there Are few proofs of that nature: a-acp vbr d n2 pp-f d n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 497 Image 138
2521 But this I do, that all of them together will, I think, make a cord hardly to be broken: But this I do, that all of them together will, I think, make a cord hardly to be broken: cc-acp d pns11 vdb, cst d pp-f pno32 av n1, pns11 vvb, vvb dt n1 av pc-acp vbi vvn: (9) sermon (DIV1) 497 Image 138
2522 And these considerations in conjunction may amount to a moral demonstration, and have force enough to obtain assent from those that are not stupid or unreasonable. And these considerations in conjunction may amount to a moral demonstration, and have force enough to obtain assent from those that Are not stupid or unreasonable. cc d n2 p-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc vhb n1 av-d pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d cst vbr xx j cc j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 497 Image 138
2523 But yet the strongest proofs are those from the Scripture, and all the Arguments that demonstrate the Truth of Christianity, prove also the certainly of a Life after this. For one of the great designs of the Holy Jesus, was to bring Immortality to light, and (as I noted before) he gave visible evidence of a future existence by his own Resurrection. So that those that could not reason and dispute, and see truth at distance in principles, might however be convinced by a Demonstration to the Sense; and those that could not be fully assured by the reasonings of Philosophers, which many of them were very deep, and many uncertain, and many unsound and false, might yet be perswaded by the miracles which were wrought by Christ and his Apostles to confirm those Doctrines, which they taught, of rewards and punishments in another Life; And that there are such, every thing in the whole Gospel either supposeth or proves. But yet the Strongest proofs Are those from the Scripture, and all the Arguments that demonstrate the Truth of Christianity, prove also the Certainly of a Life After this. For one of the great designs of the Holy jesus, was to bring Immortality to Light, and (as I noted before) he gave visible evidence of a future existence by his own Resurrection. So that those that could not reason and dispute, and see truth At distance in principles, might however be convinced by a Demonstration to the Sense; and those that could not be Fully assured by the reasonings of Philosophers, which many of them were very deep, and many uncertain, and many unsound and false, might yet be persuaded by the Miracles which were wrought by christ and his Apostles to confirm those Doctrines, which they taught, of rewards and punishments in Another Life; And that there Are such, every thing in the Whole Gospel either Supposeth or Proves. p-acp av dt js n2 vbr d p-acp dt n1, cc d dt n2 cst vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb av dt av-j pp-f dt n1 p-acp d. p-acp crd pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt j np1, vbds pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp j, cc (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) pns31 vvd j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp po31 d n1. av cst d cst vmd xx n1 cc vvi, cc vvb n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2, vmd a-acp vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; cc d cst vmd xx vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f n2, r-crq d pp-f pno32 vbdr j j-jn, cc d j, cc d j cc j, vmd av vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp np1 cc po31 n2 pc-acp vvi d n2, r-crq pns32 vvd, pp-f vvz cc n2 p-acp j-jn n1; cc cst a-acp vbr d, d n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 d vvz cc vvz. (9) sermon (DIV1) 498 Image 138
2524 These I say, are the clearest and best evidence, but they are such as are obvious to every understanding, These I say, Are the Clearest and best evidence, but they Are such as Are obvious to every understanding, d pns11 vvb, vbr dt js cc av-js n1, cc-acp pns32 vbr d c-acp vbr j p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 499 Image 138
2525 and cannot receive more light than what they have at first fight in themselves: and cannot receive more Light than what they have At First fight in themselves: cc vmbx vvi av-dc j cs r-crq pns32 vhb p-acp ord vvi p-acp px32: (9) sermon (DIV1) 499 Image 138
2526 I therefore omit that sort of proof, as not needed by those that embrace the Scripture; and for others that believe it not, the Reasons taken thence will be of no force with such men. I Therefore omit that sort of proof, as not needed by those that embrace the Scripture; and for Others that believe it not, the Reasons taken thence will be of no force with such men. pns11 av vvb cst vvb pp-f n1, c-acp xx vvn p-acp d d vvb dt n1; cc p-acp n2-jn cst vvb pn31 xx, dt n2 vvn av vmb vbi pp-f dx n1 p-acp d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 499 Image 138
2527 I have also designedly omitted the Arguments that arise from the nature of the Soul, Philosophically consider'd, I have also designedly omitted the Arguments that arise from the nature of the Soul, Philosophically considered, pns11 vhb av av-j vvn dt n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 500 Image 138
2528 for the reason mention'd in the beginning, viz. because they are speculative and nice; and so not proper for such discourses as this; nor are they usually of much force upon the mind. for the reason mentioned in the beginning, viz. Because they Are speculative and Nicaenae; and so not proper for such discourses as this; nor Are they usually of much force upon the mind. p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, n1 c-acp pns32 vbr j cc j; cc av xx j p-acp d n2 c-acp d; ccx vbr pns32 av-j pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 500 Image 138
2529 I Come II. to shew the Causes and Occasions of mens not believing a future state. I Come II to show the Causes and Occasions of men's not believing a future state. pns11 vvb crd p-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f ng2 xx vvg dt j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 138
2530 The chief are such as these, 1. The Wickedness and Debauchery of the Unbelievers: The chief Are such as these, 1. The Wickedness and Debauchery of the Unbelievers: dt j-jn vbr d c-acp d, crd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 501 Image 138
2531 the horrid sins of their present lives make them afraid of another. They are resolv'd on the course of vanity and folly while they live, the horrid Sins of their present lives make them afraid of Another. They Are resolved on the course of vanity and folly while they live, dt j n2 pp-f po32 j n2 vvi pno32 j pp-f j-jn. pns32 vbr vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cs pns32 vvb, (9) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 138
2532 and would have all to end here. They will crown themselves with Rosebuds, and leave tokens of their mirth in every place; they'l let no Flower of the Spring pass by them, nor lose any part of voluptuousness: and this they would have to be their whole portion, and their only lot to be this. Away then ye melancholick dreams, and would have all to end Here. They will crown themselves with Rosebuds, and leave tokens of their mirth in every place; They'll let no Flower of the Spring pass by them, nor loose any part of voluptuousness: and this they would have to be their Whole portion, and their only lot to be this. Away then you melancholic dreams, cc vmd vhi d p-acp vvb av. pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp n2, cc vvi n2 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d n1; pns32|vmb vvi dx n1 pp-f dt n1 vvi p-acp pno32, ccx vvb d vvb pp-f n1: cc d pns32 vmd vhi pc-acp vbi po32 j-jn n1, cc po32 av-j n1 pc-acp vbi d. av av pn22 j n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 138
2533 and troublesome fancies of another world! and troublesome fancies of Another world! cc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1! (9) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 138
2534 ye are an offence unto us, and savour not the things that are of jollity and good humour: you Are an offence unto us, and savour not the things that Are of jollity and good humour: pn22 vbr dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvb xx dt n2 cst vbr pp-f n1 cc j n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 138
2535 ye damp our joyes, and put bitterness into the sweetest draught of pleasure: Therefore away to Cloysters and Cells; the damp our Joys, and put bitterness into the Sweetest draught of pleasure: Therefore away to Cloisters and Cells; dt n-jn po12 n2, cc vvd n1 p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1: av av p-acp n2 cc n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 138
2536 and dwell there among the superstitious and the ignorant; but leave us the liberty of our thoughts, and the satisfaction of our enjoyments. and dwell there among the superstitious and the ignorant; but leave us the liberty of our thoughts, and the satisfaction of our enjoyments. cc vvb a-acp p-acp dt j cc dt j; cc-acp n1 pno12 dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 138
2537 This is the reasoning, if not the language of the Sadducee. He is not willing that there should be another Life, This is the reasoning, if not the language of the Sadducee. He is not willing that there should be Another Life, d vbz dt vvg, cs xx dt n1 pp-f dt np1. pns31 vbz xx j cst a-acp vmd vbi j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 138
2538 and therefore perswades himself that there is not any: He would not meet himself again, and Therefore persuades himself that there is not any: He would not meet himself again, cc av vvz px31 cst a-acp vbz xx d: pns31 vmd xx vvi px31 av, (9) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 138
2539 nor have such a restraint upon his appetites, as the dread of an after-reckoning. The fool hath said in his heart, there is no God, Psal. 14. 1. it follows, They are become abominable. nor have such a restraint upon his appetites, as the dread of an After reckon. The fool hath said in his heart, there is no God, Psalm 14. 1. it follows, They Are become abominable. ccx vhb d dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vvz, pns32 vbr vvn j. (9) sermon (DIV1) 502 Image 138
2540 Vice is at the root of Atheism and unbelief: Vice is At the root of Atheism and unbelief: n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 503 Image 138
2541 Sensuality drowns all the noble conceptions of the Soul, and fills it with foul and bestial imaginations. Sensuality drowns all the noble conceptions of the Soul, and fills it with foul and bestial Imaginations. n1 vvz d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp j cc j n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 503 Image 138
2542 It ties mens thoughts down to present and sensible things, and hinders their prospect into the Regions of Immortality. It makes them like to the objects of their pleasures, It ties men's thoughts down to present and sensible things, and hinders their prospect into the Regions of Immortality. It makes them like to the objects of their pleasures, pn31 vvz ng2 n2 a-acp p-acp j cc j n2, cc vvz po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. pn31 vvz pno32 av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 503 Image 138
2543 and renders them unable to resent future and spiritual satisfactions; they can form no Idea of any thing agreeable to them in the other world: and renders them unable to resent future and spiritual satisfactions; they can from no Idea of any thing agreeable to them in the other world: cc vvz pno32 j pc-acp vvi j-jn cc j n2; pns32 vmb vvi dx n1 pp-f d n1 j p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 503 Image 138
2544 all things there are uneasie and unrelishing at the best; and the worst is not to be endured. all things there Are uneasy and unrelishing At the best; and the worst is not to be endured. d n2 a-acp vbr j cc vvg p-acp dt av-js; cc dt js vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 503 Image 138
2545 So that they bend their force to erase all impressions of so ungrateful a Doctrine; So that they bend their force to erase all impressions of so ungrateful a Doctrine; av cst pns32 vvb po32 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f av j dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 503 Image 138
2546 in which, at last, through the power of their endeavours, and the co-operation of Satan, they effectually prevail; in which, At last, through the power of their endeavours, and the cooperation of Satan, they effectually prevail; p-acp r-crq, p-acp ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 av-j vvi; (9) sermon (DIV1) 503 Image 138
2547 and cast off all belief and expectation of any future Being. Another cause of which is, and cast off all belief and expectation of any future Being. another cause of which is, cc vvd a-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f d j-jn vbg. j-jn n1 pp-f r-crq vbz, (9) sermon (DIV1) 503 Image 138
2548 2. Vain-glory, and a proud affectation to be something extraordinary. Vain men would be Wits, and soar above the height of other mortals: 2. Vainglory, and a proud affectation to be something extraordinary. Vain men would be Wits, and soar above the height of other mortals: crd n1, cc dt j n1 pc-acp vbi pi j. j n2 vmd vbi n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2-jn: (9) sermon (DIV1) 504 Image 138
2549 Their Eagle-sight is sharp and piercing, and they espy the deceits and impostures, that the rest of mankind are too dull to descry! Their eagle-sight is sharp and piercing, and they espy the Deceits and Impostors, that the rest of mankind Are too dull to descry! po32 n1 vbz j cc j-vvg, cc pns32 vvb dt n2 cc n2, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbr av j pc-acp vvi! (9) sermon (DIV1) 504 Image 138
2550 They despise the common Doctrines, and proudly pity, or laugh at the easiness of others, who suffer themselves to be sway'd by them; They despise the Common Doctrines, and proudly pity, or laugh At the easiness of Others, who suffer themselves to be swayed by them; pns32 vvb dt j n2, cc av-j vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, r-crq vvb px32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 504 Image 138
2551 and by how much the more sacred the truths are which they reject, by so much greater, they reckon, is the honour of their own sagacity, in finding out the deceit, by which so many have been abus'd and misled. and by how much the more sacred the truths Are which they reject, by so much greater, they reckon, is the honour of their own sagacity, in finding out the deceit, by which so many have been abused and misled. cc p-acp c-crq av-d dt dc j dt n2 vbr r-crq pns32 vvb, p-acp av d jc, pns32 vvb, vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1, p-acp vvg av dt n1, p-acp r-crq av d vhb vbn vvn cc vvn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 504 Image 138
2552 These are Wits in an instant; at the top, before they have taken the first step; These Are Wits in an instant; At the top, before they have taken the First step; d vbr n2 p-acp dt j-jn; p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt ord vvb; (9) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 138
2553 and perfect in knowledge as soon, and some of them before they have begun. If their accomplishments be measur'd by their confidence and their scorn, they are the greatest Wits among men; and perfect in knowledge as soon, and Some of them before they have begun. If their accomplishments be measured by their confidence and their scorn, they Are the greatest Wits among men; cc j p-acp n1 p-acp av, cc d pp-f pno32 p-acp pns32 vhb vvn. cs po32 n2 vbb vvd p-acp po32 n1 cc po32 vvi, pns32 vbr dt js n2 p-acp n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 138
2554 but if by their judgement and real knowledge, they (of any) have not the least pretence to that title. but if by their judgement and real knowledge, they (of any) have not the least pretence to that title. cc-acp cs p-acp po32 n1 cc j n1, pns32 (pp-f d) vhi xx dt ds n1 p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 138
2555 For though they may gain the glory among their easie companions, by opposing the great acknowledgements of Religion, For though they may gain the glory among their easy Sodales, by opposing the great acknowledgements of Religion, p-acp cs pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 j n2, p-acp vvg dt j n2 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 138
2556 and particularly this; yet they will never by such ways obtain it from those who are really that, which they affect to be thought. It is the known observation of one who held a high place among the Wits of his Age, That a little Philosophy and knowledge inclines men to be Infidels and Atheists, but the greater measures set the mind right in Religion, and particularly this; yet they will never by such ways obtain it from those who Are really that, which they affect to be Thought. It is the known observation of one who held a high place among the Wits of his Age, That a little Philosophy and knowledge inclines men to be Infidels and Atheists, but the greater measures Set the mind right in Religion, cc av-j d; av pns32 vmb av-x p-acp d n2 vvi pn31 p-acp d r-crq vbr av-j cst, r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn. pn31 vbz dt j-vvn n1 pp-f pi r-crq vvd dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cst dt j n1 cc n1 vvz n2 pc-acp vbi n2 cc n2, p-acp dt jc n2 vvd dt n1 j-jn p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 138
2557 and secure it from the danger of those impieties: and secure it from the danger of those impieties: cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 138
2558 So that who takes this way to be accounted a Wit, makes himself a Fool to the wise; without gaining the reputation of being wise among other Fools besides those of his own sort. So that who Takes this Way to be accounted a Wit, makes himself a Fool to the wise; without gaining the reputation of being wise among other Fools beside those of his own sort. av cst r-crq vvz d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1, vvz px31 dt n1 p-acp dt j; p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f vbg j p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp d pp-f po31 d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 138
2559 Or if he could attain the height of that ambition, 'twould prove a very dear credit, that is purchased upon such terms, Or if he could attain the height of that ambition, 'twould prove a very dear credit, that is purchased upon such terms, cc cs pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, pn31|vmd vvi dt j j-jn vvi, cst vbz vvn p-acp d n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 138
2560 as are the ruine of his soul, the destruction of his best hopes, and the degrading of his noble nature. as Are the ruin of his soul, the destruction of his best hope's, and the degrading of his noble nature. c-acp vbr dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 js n2, cc dt n-vvg pp-f po31 j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 505 Image 138
2561 3. Another main occasion of Infidelity in this Article, is Enthusiasm, or the entertainment of Principles of Faith upon the credit of phancies: 3. another main occasion of Infidelity in this Article, is Enthusiasm, or the entertainment of Principles of Faith upon the credit of fancies: crd j-jn j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, vbz n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 138
2562 Dangerous is the case of Religion, when Reason is thrown by, and detested; Dangerous is the case of Religion, when Reason is thrown by, and detested; j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq vvb vbz vvn p-acp, cc j-vvn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 138
2563 and the whole stress laid upon warm imaginations. These indeed will hold up the mind for a while, in great confidence of another world, and the Whole stress laid upon warm Imaginations. These indeed will hold up the mind for a while, in great confidence of Another world, cc dt j-jn n1 vvn p-acp j n2. np1 av vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 138
2564 and fill it with a thousand extravagant images and chimaera 's about it, which will be all taken for clear light and solemn certainties, while the wind sits right: But then alas! and fill it with a thousand extravagant Images and chimaera is about it, which will be all taken for clear Light and solemn certainties, while the wind sits right: But then alas! cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt crd j n2 cc n1 vbz p-acp pn31, r-crq vmb vbi av-d vvn p-acp j j cc j n2, cs dt n1 vvz j-jn: cc-acp av uh! (9) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 138
2565 anon the scene alters, and a change in the habit of the body disposeth the man to other thoughts; and so all is flung away as delusion; and the Enthusiast is strongly carried down by the over-bearing of his melancholy, into the doleful conceit of his mortality, and the belief that he shall die like the Beasts that perish. And that that humour disposeth men naturally to such apprehensions, we may see in Job, who spake in the trouble of his spirit, and in the bitterness of his mind, he said, There is hope of a Tree if it be cut down, that it will sprout, anon the scene alters, and a change in the habit of the body Disposeth the man to other thoughts; and so all is flung away as delusion; and the Enthusiast is strongly carried down by the overbearing of his melancholy, into the doleful conceit of his mortality, and the belief that he shall die like the Beasts that perish. And that that humour Disposeth men naturally to such apprehensions, we may see in Job, who spoke in the trouble of his Spirit, and in the bitterness of his mind, he said, There is hope of a Tree if it be Cut down, that it will sprout, av dt n1 vvz, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2; cc av d vbz vvn av p-acp n1; cc dt av-j vbz av-j vvn a-acp p-acp dt j pp-f po31 j-jn, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi av-j dt n2 cst vvb. cc d cst n1 vvz n2 av-j p-acp d n2, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvd, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 cs pn31 vbb vvn a-acp, cst pn31 vmb vvi, (9) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 138
2566 and the branches thereof will not cease — But man is sick, and dieth, and man perisheth, and the branches thereof will not cease — But man is sick, and Dieth, and man Perishes, cc dt n2 av vmb xx vvi — cc-acp n1 vbz j, cc vvz, cc n1 vvz, (9) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 138
2567 and where is he? Job 14. He seems to speak in this and other passages like an Epicurean, or a Sadducee: and the question looks comfortless and discouraging, ver. 14. If a man die, shall be live again? The good man was under the disorder of a great and just sadness, and where is he? Job 14. He seems to speak in this and other passages like an Epicurean, or a Sadducee: and the question looks comfortless and discouraging, ver. 14. If a man die, shall be live again? The good man was under the disorder of a great and just sadness, cc q-crq vbz pns31? np1 crd pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp d cc j-jn n2 av-j dt jp, cc dt np1: cc dt n1 vvz j cc vvg, fw-la. crd cs dt n1 vvi, vmb vbi j av? dt j n1 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 138
2568 and that represented all things as dark and dismal to his wounded phancy, and seem'd sometimes to deprive him of the only remaining comfort, the hope of a better condition in another world. and that represented all things as dark and dismal to his wounded fancy, and seemed sometime to deprive him of the only remaining Comfort, the hope of a better condition in Another world. cc d vvn d n2 c-acp j cc j p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, cc vvd av pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f dt j j-vvg n1, dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1 p-acp j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 138
2569 The same effects hath melancholy still upon many Euthusiastick tempers, on some of which it prevails so far, The same effects hath melancholy still upon many Enthusiastic tempers, on Some of which it prevails so Far, dt d n2 vhz j-jn av p-acp d j n2, p-acp d pp-f r-crq pn31 vvz av av-j, (9) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 138
2570 as to fix those impressions on their minds, which never are worn off. as to fix those impressions on their minds, which never Are worn off. c-acp pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq av vbr vvn a-acp. (9) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 138
2571 And though Job recover'd quickly by the exercise of his Faculties, and the reason that God had given him, And though Job recovered quickly by the exercise of his Faculties, and the reason that God had given him, cc cs np1 vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc dt n1 cst np1 vhd vvn pno31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 138
2572 and expresseth his expectation of a Future Life, immediately after the passage of greatest doubt ( All the days of my appointed time will I wait till my change come ) Yet those whose principles are fastned only by their phancies, and the impulse of present belief, are in great danger to be lost in such temptations. and Expresses his expectation of a Future Life, immediately After the passage of greatest doubt (All the days of my appointed time will I wait till my change come) Yet those whose principles Are fastened only by their fancies, and the impulse of present belief, Are in great danger to be lost in such temptations. cc vvz po31 n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f js n1 (d dt n2 pp-f po11 j-vvn n1 vmb pns11 vvi p-acp po11 n1 vvi) av d r-crq n2 vbr vvn av-j p-acp po32 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f j n1, vbr p-acp j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 506 Image 138
2573 Thus are some men disposed to Infidelity by their own Enthusiasms, and the same too frequently give occasion to others to laugh at the belief of a future Being, by representing that state in various shapes, and under very odd disguises. I Am next to shew, III. What the denial of a future Life infers, in the reasoning and consequence of it. Thus Are Some men disposed to Infidelity by their own Enthusiasms, and the same too frequently give occasion to Others to laugh At the belief of a future Being, by representing that state in various shapes, and under very odd disguises. I Am next to show, III. What the denial of a future Life infers, in the reasoning and consequence of it. av vbr d n2 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po32 d n2, cc dt d av av-j vvi n1 p-acp n2-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vbg, p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp j n2, cc p-acp av j n2. pns11 vbm ord pc-acp vvi, np1. q-crq dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvz, p-acp dt vvg cc n1 pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 507 Image 138
2574 1. It follows hence, that man is but a better beast; and those Wits speak agreeably to this principle, that (whether in earnest or in jest) Satyrize humane nature, 1. It follows hence, that man is but a better beast; and those Wits speak agreeably to this principle, that (whither in earnest or in jest) Satirize humane nature, crd pn31 vvz av, cst n1 vbz p-acp dt jc n1; cc d n2 vvb av-j p-acp d n1, cst (cs p-acp j cc p-acp vvb) vvb j n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 138
2575 and represent us only as somewhat a more cunning Herd of Cattle. and represent us only as somewhat a more cunning Heard of Cattle. cc vvi pno12 av-j p-acp av dt av-dc j-jn n1 pp-f n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 138
2576 For if this Life be all, we have the same end and happiness with the bruits; and they are happier of the two, in that they have lesser cares, and fewer disappointments than we. For if this Life be all, we have the same end and happiness with the bruits; and they Are Happier of the two, in that they have lesser Cares, and fewer disappointments than we. p-acp cs d n1 vbb av-d, pns12 vhb dt d vvb cc n1 p-acp dt n2; cc pns32 vbr jc pp-f dt crd, p-acp cst pns32 vhb jc n2, cc d n2 cs pns12. (9) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 138
2577 Our Reason and Religion, upon which we so much value our selves, according to this doctrine, are but chains of imaginations; and those but refined sense: Our Reason and Religion, upon which we so much valve our selves, according to this Doctrine, Are but chains of Imaginations; and those but refined sense: po12 vvb cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 av av-d vvi po12 n2, vvg p-acp d n1, vbr cc-acp n2 pp-f n2; cc d p-acp j-vvn n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 138
2578 and so the soul and principle of action, is no other in us, than it is in them; and we differ but little more than one sort of Beasts doth from another; and so the soul and principle of actium, is no other in us, than it is in them; and we differ but little more than one sort of Beasts does from Another; cc av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vbz dx j-jn p-acp pno12, cs pn31 vbz p-acp pno32; cc pns12 vvb p-acp j av-dc cs crd n1 pp-f n2 vdz p-acp n-jn; (9) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 138
2579 namely, than the more stupid doth from those that are more sprightly and sagacious. And then farewell the Prerogatives and dignity of humane nature. Man is but a Beast of prey, and his use of and dominion over the other creatures, is but a proud usurpation over his equals. So that this opinion degrades our natures, namely, than the more stupid does from those that Are more sprightly and sagacious. And then farewell the Prerogatives and dignity of humane nature. Man is but a Beast of prey, and his use of and dominion over the other creatures, is but a proud usurpation over his equals. So that this opinion degrades our nature's, av, cs dt dc j vdz p-acp d cst vbr dc j cc j. cc av uh-n dt n2 cc n1 pp-f j n1. n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc po31 n1 pp-f cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n2, vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 vvz. av cst d n1 n2 po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 138
2580 and affronts the whole race of mankind together. And, 2. In the direct tendency of it, it destroyes humane Societies; and affronts the Whole raze of mankind together. And, 2. In the Direct tendency of it, it Destroys humane Societies; cc vvz dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 av. np1, crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vvz j n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 510 Image 138
2581 For those cannot subsist without Laws; For those cannot subsist without Laws; c-acp d vmbx vvi p-acp n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 138
2582 nor Laws without some conscience of good and evil, nor would this signifie to any great purpose, without the belief of another world. nor Laws without Some conscience of good and evil, nor would this signify to any great purpose, without the belief of Another world. ccx n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f j cc j-jn, ccx vmd d vvi p-acp d j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 138
2583 Take away this, and every thing will be good that is profitable, and honest that conduceth to a mans designs. Take away this, and every thing will be good that is profitable, and honest that conduceth to a men designs. vvb av d, cc d n1 vmb vbi j cst vbz j, cc j cst vvz p-acp dt ng1 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 138
2584 That would be mine that I could get by force; and I had no right to any thing longer than I had strength to defend it: That would be mine that I could get by force; and I had no right to any thing longer than I had strength to defend it: cst vmd vbi po11 cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp n1; cc pns11 vhd dx j-jn p-acp d n1 av-jc cs pns11 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi pn31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 138
2585 and thus the world would be ipso facto in a state of war, and fall into endless confusions and disorders. and thus the world would be ipso facto in a state of war, and fallen into endless confusions and disorders. cc av dt n1 vmd vbi fw-la fw-la p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi p-acp j n2 cc n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 138
2586 So that the whole Earth would quickly be an Hell intolerable; every man would be a Devil to another, yea and every man to himself. So that the Whole Earth would quickly be an Hell intolerable; every man would be a devil to Another, yea and every man to himself. av cst dt j-jn n1 vmd av-j vbi dt n1 j; d n1 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp j-jn, uh cc d n1 p-acp px31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 511 Image 138
2587 3. It suppresseth mens private happiness and felicity; and even the Rioters of the world have stings and torments from it. 3. It suppresses men's private happiness and felicity; and even the Rioters of the world have stings and torments from it. crd pn31 vvz ng2 j n1 cc n1; cc av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 138
2588 If a man live in Sensuality and fulness of pleasure, what a cutting thought is it to consider, that in a little time he must bid adieu to this, and to all felicity for ever? And if his life be in trouble and discomfort; If a man live in Sensuality and fullness of pleasure, what a cutting Thought is it to Consider, that in a little time he must bid adieu to this, and to all felicity for ever? And if his life be in trouble and discomfort; cs dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt j-vvg n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vmb vvi uh-n p-acp d, cc p-acp d n1 p-acp av? cc cs po31 n1 vbb p-acp vvb cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 138
2589 how terrible is it to reflect, that he must go from being miserable to be nothing? How can those think of parting with their possessions and enjoyments, that have nothing else to expect? or, how terrible is it to reflect, that he must go from being miserable to be nothing? How can those think of parting with their possessions and enjoyments, that have nothing Else to expect? or, c-crq j vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp vbg j pc-acp vbi pix? q-crq vmb d vvi pp-f vvg p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, cst vhb pix av pc-acp vvi? cc, (9) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 138
2590 how can they bear up under the burdens and vexations of this state, that cannot relieve themselves by the hopes of a better? With what sad pangs of sorrow should we lay our Friends into the Grave; how can they bear up under the burdens and vexations of this state, that cannot relieve themselves by the hope's of a better? With what sad pangs of sorrow should we lay our Friends into the Grave; q-crq vmb pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1, cst vmbx vvi px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j? p-acp r-crq j n2 pp-f n1 vmd pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j; (9) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 138
2591 if we had cause to be assured that they were lost eternally? and how could we reflect upon our own mortality, if we were to look for no farther Being? The pleasures of the present Life are gone in a moment, if we had cause to be assured that they were lost eternally? and how could we reflect upon our own mortality, if we were to look for no farther Being? The pleasures of the present Life Are gone in a moment, cs pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cst pns32 vbdr vvn av-j? cc q-crq vmd pns12 vvi p-acp po12 d n1, cs pns12 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp dx av-jc vbg? dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 138
2592 and leave nothing but dregs and bitterness behind them; and leave nothing but dregs and bitterness behind them; cc vvb pix cc-acp n2 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (9) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 138
2593 and if there be no further delights besides these mean and fading satisfactions, 'tis not worth the while to live; and if there be no further delights beside these mean and fading satisfactions, it's not worth the while to live; cc cs pc-acp vbb dx jc n2 p-acp d j cc vvg n2, pn31|vbz xx j dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (9) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 138
2594 but we had better to have been nothing for ever. but we had better to have been nothing for ever. cc-acp pns12 vhd jc pc-acp vhi vbn pix p-acp av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 512 Image 138
2595 The summ is, The Sadducee vilifies Mankind, destroyes the peace of Societies, and the happiness of every private person: The sum is, The Sadducee vilifies Mankind, Destroys the peace of Societies, and the happiness of every private person: dt n1 vbz, dt np1 vvz n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f d j n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 513 Image 138
2596 and so professeth himself the common enemy of men, and a Renegado to humane nature. IT will not be needful for me to say much in Applying this Discourse; and so Professes himself the Common enemy of men, and a Renegado to humane nature. IT will not be needful for me to say much in Applying this Discourse; cc av vvz px31 dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 p-acp j n1. pn31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi av-d p-acp vvg d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 513 Image 138
2597 Almost every Sermon we hear, is an Application of it: Almost every Sermon we hear, is an Application of it: av d n1 pns12 vvb, vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 514 Image 138
2598 for here is the matter and ground of our hopes, and hence are taken the great enforcements of our duty. for Here is the matter and ground of our hope's, and hence Are taken the great enforcements of our duty. c-acp av vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc av vbr vvn dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 514 Image 138
2599 I presume there are few, or none, in this place, but who are ready to profess their belief of a Future Life, and (as I premised) I have not insisted on the proof, to perswade You of this Article; I presume there Are few, or none, in this place, but who Are ready to profess their belief of a Future Life, and (as I premised) I have not insisted on the proof, to persuade You of this Article; pns11 vvb pc-acp vbr d, cc pix, p-acp d n1, cc-acp r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi po32 n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc (c-acp pns11 vvn) pns11 vhb xx vvd p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 pp-f d n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 515 Image 138
2600 but to shew, that the confidence is groundless, which affirms, There is no reason for the great Doctrines of Religion; and to contribute somewhat towards the settlement of the weak, against such temptations. but to show, that the confidence is groundless, which affirms, There is no reason for the great Doctrines of Religion; and to contribute somewhat towards the settlement of the weak, against such temptations. cc-acp pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vbz j, r-crq vvz, a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1; cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, p-acp d n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 515 Image 138
2601 Now if we believe this great Truth, as we say; Let us do it to purpose; Now if we believe this great Truth, as we say; Let us do it to purpose; av cs pns12 vvb d j n1, c-acp pns12 vvb; vvb pno12 vdi pn31 p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 516 Image 138
2602 and not content our selves with a cold and customary assent, but endeavour to raise our Faith to such an height, that it may have an effectual influence upon our lives. and not content our selves with a cold and customary assent, but endeavour to raise our Faith to such an height, that it may have an effectual influence upon our lives. cc xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j-jn cc j n1, cc-acp vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp d dt n1, cst pn31 vmb vhi dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV1) 516 Image 138
2603 The general belief that education hath infused, is but a dead image in the soul that produceth nothing: The general belief that education hath infused, is but a dead image in the soul that Produceth nothing: dt j n1 cst n1 vhz vvn, vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz pix: (9) sermon (DIV1) 516 Image 138
2604 Let us endeavour by fervent Prayer, and frequent Meditation to invigorate and excite ours to that degree; that it may be a living representation of eternal things; Let us endeavour by fervent Prayer, and frequent Meditation to invigorate and excite ours to that degree; that it may be a living representation of Eternal things; vvb pno12 vvi p-acp j n1, cc j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi png12 p-acp cst n1; cst pn31 vmb vbi dt vvg n1 pp-f j n2; (9) sermon (DIV1) 516 Image 138
2605 that our Faith may be the certainty and presence of the invisible world. that our Faith may be the certainty and presence of the invisible world. d po12 n1 vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 516 Image 138
2606 The substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen, Heb. 11. That we may have such an apprehension of it, The substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen, Hebrew 11. That we may have such an apprehension of it, dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp, dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn, np1 crd cst pns12 vmb vhi d dt n1 pp-f pn31, (9) sermon (DIV1) 516 Image 138
2607 as if the prospect were open, and our eyes beheld it; as if the prospect were open, and our eyes beheld it; c-acp cs dt n1 vbdr j, cc po12 n2 vvd pn31; (9) sermon (DIV1) 516 Image 138
2608 that we may fix our thoughts there, and fill up our souls with the consideration of that world. that we may fix our thoughts there, and fill up our Souls with the consideration of that world. cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 a-acp, cc vvb a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 516 Image 138
2609 Such a Faith as this, ought to be our aim; and if we did so believe the other world; Such a Faith as this, ought to be our aim; and if we did so believe the other world; d dt n1 c-acp d, vmd pc-acp vbi po12 n1; cc cs pns12 vdd av vvb dt j-jn n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 138
2610 what excellent, what heroical, what happy persons should we be in this? Such a Faith would secure us from the flatteries and temptations of this sensual life; what excellent, what heroical, what happy Persons should we be in this? Such a Faith would secure us from the flatteries and temptations of this sensual life; r-crq j, r-crq j, r-crq j n2 vmd pns12 vbi p-acp d? d dt n1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d j n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 138
2611 and excite us to more earnest longings, and more vigorous endeavours after the happiness of a better: and excite us to more earnest longings, and more vigorous endeavours After the happiness of a better: cc vvb pno12 p-acp dc j n2-vvg, cc av-dc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt jc: (9) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 138
2612 It would inable us to despise this vain world in comparison; and to bear all the crosses of it, with magnanimity and steadiness of mind: It would inable us to despise this vain world in comparison; and to bear all the Crosses of it, with magnanimity and steadiness of mind: pn31 vmd j pno12 pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp n1; cc pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 138
2613 It would quiet our solicitudes, and answer the objections against providence, and the present unequal distribution of good and evil. It would quiet our solicitudes, and answer the objections against providence, and the present unequal distribution of good and evil. pn31 vmd vvi po12 n2, cc vvi dt n2 p-acp n1, cc dt j j n1 pp-f j cc j-jn. (9) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 138
2614 It would make the most difficult services of Religion easie and pleasant to us; It would make the most difficult services of Religion easy and pleasant to us; pn31 vmd vvi dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1 j cc j p-acp pno12; (9) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 138
2615 and fill our lives with sweet hope, and delights infinitely more agreeable than the most relishing sensual joys: and fill our lives with sweet hope, and delights infinitely more agreeable than the most relishing sensual Joys: cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp j n1, cc n2 av-j av-dc j cs dt av-ds vvg j n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 138
2616 It would afford us satisfaction, amid our disappointments; and rest amid our anxieties and cares: It would afford us satisfaction, amid our disappointments; and rest amid our anxieties and Cares: pn31 vmd vvi pno12 n1, p-acp po12 n2; cc n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2: (9) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 138
2617 It would raise our designs and thoughts to things generous and noble, and make us live like the Inhabitants of an Heavenly Countrey. It would raise our designs and thoughts to things generous and noble, and make us live like the Inhabitants of an Heavenly Country. pn31 vmd vvi po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp n2 j cc j, cc vvb pno12 vvi av-j dt n2 pp-f dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV1) 517 Image 138
2618 Such blessed effects as these follow this Faith here; and unmeasurably, unspeakably greater in the other world; Such blessed effects as these follow this Faith Here; and unmeasurably, unspeakably greater in the other world; d j-vvn n2 p-acp d vvb d n1 av; cc av-j, av-j jc p-acp dt j-jn n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 518 Image 138
2619 the vision of God, and full enjoyment of His love; the perfection of our natures, and the compleatment of our happiness; the vision of God, and full enjoyment of His love; the perfection of our nature's, and the completement of our happiness; dt n1 pp-f np1, cc j n1 pp-f po31 n1; dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (9) sermon (DIV1) 518 Image 138
2620 in the arms of our Redeemer, and amidst the triumphant Songs of Angels and Saints; in the exercise of holy love, admiration and praise: in the arms of our Redeemer, and amid the triumphant Songs of Angels and Saints; in the exercise of holy love, admiration and praise: p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2 cc n2; p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, n1 cc n1: (9) sermon (DIV1) 518 Image 138
2621 Things too great to be exprest, or to be imagin'd, For eye hath not seen, Things too great to be expressed, or to be imagined, For eye hath not seen, n2 av j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp n1 vhz xx vvn, (9) sermon (DIV1) 518 Image 138
2622 nor ear heard, nor hath it entred into the heart of man to conceive, what God hath reserved for those that love him: nor ear herd, nor hath it entered into the heart of man to conceive, what God hath reserved for those that love him: ccx n1 vvd, ccx vhz pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp d cst vvb pno31: (9) sermon (DIV1) 518 Image 138
2623 To Him be all Glory, and humble Adoration henceforth and for ever. To Him be all Glory, and humble Adoration henceforth and for ever. p-acp pno31 vbi d n1, cc j n1 av cc p-acp av. (9) sermon (DIV1) 518 Image 138
2624 SERMON VII. SERMON VII. n1 np1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 518 Image 156
2625 ACTS XVII. 31. — Because he hath appointed a day, in which he will judge the World in Righteousness, by the man whom he hath ordained — ACTS XVII. 31. — Because he hath appointed a day, in which he will judge the World in Righteousness, by the man whom he hath ordained — np1 np1. crd — p-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn — (10) sermon (DIV1) 518 Image 156
2626 ALthough it might be well expected that the Laws of God should abundantly prevail by vertue of His Authority, and their own native reason and goodness; Yet such is the stupidity and perverseness of men, that these alone have not (usually) any considerable effect upon us: ALthough it might be well expected that the Laws of God should abundantly prevail by virtue of His authority, and their own native reason and Goodness; Yet such is the stupidity and perverseness of men, that these alone have not (usually) any considerable Effect upon us: cs pn31 vmd vbi av vvn cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd av-j vvi p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc po32 d j-jn n1 cc n1; av d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, cst d j vhb xx (av-j) d j n1 p-acp pno12: (10) sermon (DIV1) 519 Image 156
2627 And therefore God who earnestly desires our Reformation, and our happiness, hath superadded the greatest Sanctions to enforce His Laws, glorious rewards on the one hand, And Therefore God who earnestly Desires our Reformation, and our happiness, hath superadded the greatest Sanctions to enforce His Laws, glorious rewards on the one hand, cc av np1 r-crq av-j vvz po12 n1, cc po12 n1, vhz vvn dt js n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, j vvz p-acp dt crd n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 519 Image 156
2628 and most terrible Penalties on the other, and these to be distributed in a most solemn manner, represented in such circumstances as are most apt to work upon our Hopes and Fears: and most terrible Penalties on the other, and these to be distributed in a most solemn manner, represented in such Circumstances as Are most apt to work upon our Hope's and Fears: cc av-ds j n2 p-acp dt n-jn, cc d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt av-ds j n1, vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr ds j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 ng1 cc n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 519 Image 156
2629 For — He hath appointed a day. For — He hath appointed a day. — c-acp — pns31 vhz vvn dt n1. — (10) sermon (DIV1) 519 Image 156
2630 Which words are part of St. Paul 's Speech to the Athenians upon the occasion of their superstitions and Idolatries: Which words Are part of Saint Paul is Speech to the Athenians upon the occasion of their superstitions and Idolatries: r-crq n2 vbr n1 pp-f n1 np1 vbz n1 p-acp dt np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 520 Image 156
2631 These in the time of Gentile ignorance God winked at, vers. 30. NONLATINALPHABET He took no notice of those sins (in comparison) He was not so much offended and displeased, These in the time of Gentile ignorance God winked At, vers. 30. He took no notice of those Sins (in comparison) He was not so much offended and displeased, d p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 np1 vvn p-acp, fw-la. crd pns31 vvd dx n1 pp-f d n2 (p-acp n1) pns31 vbds xx av av-d vvn cc vvn, (10) sermon (DIV1) 520 Image 156
2632 but consider'd the general ignorance, and temptations, and made abatements for them. but considered the general ignorance, and temptations, and made abatements for them. cc-acp vvn dt j n1, cc n2, cc vvd n2 p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 520 Image 156
2633 As our Saviour said with reference to the Jews, Joh. 15. 22. If I had not come and spoken to them, they had not had sin; As our Saviour said with Referente to the jews, John 15. 22. If I had not come and spoken to them, they had not had since; p-acp po12 n1 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt np2, np1 crd crd cs pns11 vhd xx vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vhd xx vhn n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 520 Image 156
2634 Their sin had not been so great, or so inexcusable; nor would it have been charged upon them with such severity of condemnation. Their since had not been so great, or so inexcusable; nor would it have been charged upon them with such severity of condemnation. po32 n1 vhd xx vbn av j, cc av j; ccx vmd pn31 vhi vbn vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 520 Image 156
2635 But now that the Light hath shined in darkness, the true Light that enlightens every one that cometh into the world; But now that the Light hath shined in darkness, the true Light that enlightens every one that comes into the world; p-acp av cst dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1, dt j n1 cst vvz d pi cst vvz p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 520 Image 156
2636 Now since the Son of God is made manifest, to destroy the works of the Devil, and to turn men from those superstitious and idolatrous vanities to the right worship of God in Spirit and in Truth: The plea of ignorance will no longer excuse or extenuate, Now since the Son of God is made manifest, to destroy the works of the devil, and to turn men from those superstitious and idolatrous vanities to the right worship of God in Spirit and in Truth: The plea of ignorance will no longer excuse or extenuate, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn j, p-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d j cc j n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1: dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-dx av-jc n1 cc vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 520 Image 156
2637 but God commands all men every where to Repent, which is inforc'd with the most powerful consideration of the Text, — He hath appointed a day — but God commands all men every where to repent, which is enforced with the most powerful consideration of the Text, — He hath appointed a day — cc-acp np1 vvz d n2 d c-crq pc-acp vvi, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n1, — pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 — (10) sermon (DIV1) 520 Image 156
2638 In which words we have these things, (1.) The Declaration of a future Judgement, Because he hath appointed a day, in which he will judge — In which words we have these things, (1.) The Declaration of a future Judgement, Because he hath appointed a day, in which he will judge — p-acp r-crq n2 pns12 vhb d n2, (crd) dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi — (10) sermon (DIV1) 521 Image 156
2639 (2.) The universality of the subject to be Judg'd, the World. (3.) The Person that is to be the judge; (2.) The universality of the Subject to be Judged, the World. (3.) The Person that is to be the judge; (crd) dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n1. (crd) dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vbi dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 522 Image 156
2640 The man whom He hath ordained. — The man whom He hath ordained. — dt n1 ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 523 Image 156
2641 (4.) The rule and manner of Judgement, He will Judge the World in Righteousness. (4.) The Rule and manner of Judgement, He will Judge the World in Righteousness. (crd) dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 524 Image 156
2642 I Begin in order with the Decree of a future Judgement. I Begin in order with the decree of a future Judgement. pns11 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 525 Image 156
2643 Of this the Heathens had some obscure notions, as appears among other things, by the stories of their fam'd Judges, that were to call men to account in the other world. Of this the heathens had Some Obscure notions, as appears among other things, by the stories of their famed Judges, that were to call men to account in the other world. pp-f d dt n2-jn vhd d j n2, c-acp vvz p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 j-vvn n2, cst vbdr pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 525 Image 156
2644 But these were but glimmering apprehensions: But these were but glimmering apprehensions: p-acp d vbdr cc-acp vvg n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 525 Image 156
2645 'Tis the Gospel hath brought to light the great Doctrine of a coming Judgement, in the solemnity and circumstances of it. It's the Gospel hath brought to Light the great Doctrine of a coming Judgement, in the solemnity and Circumstances of it. pn31|vbz dt n1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 525 Image 156
2646 This hath declared, That there is to be a Judgement Day, Matth. 10. 15. Jude 6. That Christ Jesus is to be the Judge of the quick and the dead, Acts 10. 42. That he shall be revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels, in flaming fire, 2 Thes. 1. 8. That he shall come with ten thousand of his Saints, Jude 14. That he shall judge the secrets of men according to the Gospel, Rom. 2. 16. That the Dead shall be all raised by a General summons, 1 Cor. 15. 52. and all shall be judg'd according to their works, Rev. 20. 13. The just to eternal life, and the wicked to everlasting punishment, Matth. 25. 46. This hath declared, That there is to be a Judgement Day, Matthew 10. 15. U^de 6. That christ jesus is to be the Judge of the quick and the dead, Acts 10. 42. That he shall be revealed from Heaven with his mighty Angels, in flaming fire, 2 Thebes 1. 8. That he shall come with ten thousand of his Saints, U^de 14. That he shall judge the secrets of men according to the Gospel, Rom. 2. 16. That the Dead shall be all raised by a General summons, 1 Cor. 15. 52. and all shall be judged according to their works, Rev. 20. 13. The just to Eternal life, and the wicked to everlasting punishment, Matthew 25. 46. d vhz vvn, cst pc-acp vbz pc-acp vbi dt n1 n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd cst np1 np1 vbz pc-acp vbi dt vvb pp-f dt j cc dt j, n2 crd crd cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n2, p-acp j-vvg n1, crd np1 crd crd cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp crd crd pp-f po31 n2, np1 crd cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n2-jn pp-f n2 vvg p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd cst dt j vmb vbi av-d vvn p-acp dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd cc d vmb vbi vvn vvg p-acp po32 n2, n1 crd crd dt j p-acp j n1, cc dt j p-acp j n1, np1 crd crd (10) sermon (DIV1) 526 Image 156
2647 So that the belief of a Judgement Day, is no panick fear or melancholy dream: 'Tis no trick of Politicians, or Mormo of Priests to fright fools and keep the world in awe, but a Truth as certain and undoubted as the Oracles of Truth can make it: So that the belief of a Judgement Day, is no panic Fear or melancholy dream: It's no trick of Politicians, or Mormo of Priests to fright Fools and keep the world in awe, but a Truth as certain and undoubted as the Oracles of Truth can make it: av cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, vbz dx n1 vvb cc j-jn n1: pn31|vbz dx n1 pp-f n2, cc np1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi n2 cc vvi dt n1 p-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 p-acp j cc j c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pn31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 527 Image 156
2648 'Tis plainly declar'd in the most infallible Records; It's plainly declared in the most infallible Records; pn31|vbz av-j vvd p-acp dt av-ds j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 527 Image 156
2649 yea, 'tis engraven on the minds of universal mankind, who all expect a call to a future Judgement. yea, it's engraven on the minds of universal mankind, who all expect a call to a future Judgement. uh, pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, r-crq d vvb dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 527 Image 156
2650 There is therefore no need of further proof of so clear and so acknowledg'd an Article; There is Therefore no need of further proof of so clear and so acknowledged an Article; pc-acp vbz av dx n1 pp-f jc n1 pp-f av j cc av vvn dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 528 Image 156
2651 But it may be worth our while to consider what may be the Reasons of this appointment of a Judgement Day. But it may be worth our while to Consider what may be the Reasons of this appointment of a Judgement Day. cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi j po12 n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb vbi dt n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 528 Image 156
2652 And the same will serve as Arguments to confirm and enforce our Faith in it. And the same will serve as Arguments to confirm and enforce our Faith in it. cc dt d vmb vvi p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 528 Image 156
2653 (1.) Then, 'Tis reasonable and fit there should be a General Judgement, that Religion may be vindicated and cleared. (1.) Then, It's reasonable and fit there should be a General Judgement, that Religion may be vindicated and cleared. (crd) av, pn31|vbz j cc j pc-acp vmd vbi dt j n1, cst n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 156
2654 The Gospel was of old to the Jews a stumbling-block, and to the Greeks, foolishness, 1 Cor. 1. 23. and we know, by sad experience, The Gospel was of old to the jews a stumbling-block, and to the Greeks, foolishness, 1 Cor. 1. 23. and we know, by sad experience, dt n1 vbds pp-f j p-acp dt np2 dt n1, cc p-acp dt np1, n1, vvn np1 crd crd cc pns12 vvb, p-acp j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 156
2655 how in latter days, Religion is expos'd and scorn'd. It is made ridiculous by some, and laugh'd at by others; how in latter days, Religion is exposed and scorned. It is made ridiculous by Some, and laughed At by Others; c-crq p-acp d n2, n1 vbz vvn cc vvn. pn31 vbz vvn j p-acp d, cc vvd p-acp p-acp n2-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 156
2656 and which do it the greater mischief, Those that put it into contemptible cloathing; or those that pour direct contempt upon it, is not our present business to conjecture. and which doe it the greater mischief, Those that put it into contemptible clothing; or those that pour Direct contempt upon it, is not our present business to conjecture. cc r-crq n1 pn31 dt jc n1, d cst vvd pn31 p-acp j n1; cc d cst vvb j n1 p-acp pn31, vbz xx po12 j n1 pc-acp vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 156
2657 This is certain, that there is nothing hath been pretended in so many vile actions and designs; This is certain, that there is nothing hath been pretended in so many vile actions and designs; d vbz j, cst pc-acp vbz pix vhz vbn vvn p-acp av d j n2 cc n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 156
2658 Nothing in which mankind have been, in any comparison, so out of their wits, as in what they have abusively call'd by this Sacred Name. Religion! Nothing in which mankind have been, in any comparison, so out of their wits, as in what they have abusively called by this Sacred Name. Religion! pix p-acp r-crq n1 vhb vbn, p-acp d n1, av av pp-f po32 n2, c-acp p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb av-j vvn p-acp d j n1. n1! (10) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 156
2659 we have seen it dy'd with humane blood, and swoln with spoil and rapine: we have seen it died with humane blood, and swollen with spoil and rapine: pns12 vhb vvn pn31 vvd p-acp j n1, cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 156
2660 written on the foreheads of tyrannies and usurpations, and pleaded as the CAUSE, the CAUSE of prosperous Villanies. written on the foreheads of Tyrannies and usurpations, and pleaded as the CAUSE, the CAUSE of prosperous Villainies. vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, cc vvd p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 156
2661 Divided into Atoms of Sects, and disputed into Air of opinions: Divided into Atoms of Sects, and disputed into Air of opinions: j-vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n2, cc vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 156
2662 Entitled to all the vanities of sick imagination, and claim'd by all the follies of zealous ignorance. Entitled to all the vanities of sick imagination, and claimed by all the follies of zealous ignorance. vvd p-acp d dt n2 pp-f j n1, cc vvd p-acp d dt n2 pp-f j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 529 Image 156
2663 And is it not reasonable there should be a time, wherein this over-cast, this clouded light should brighten like the Sun at noon; And is it not reasonable there should be a time, wherein this overcast, this clouded Light should brighten like the Sun At noon; cc vbz pn31 xx j pc-acp vmd vbi dt n1, c-crq d vvn, d j-vvn n1 vmd vvi av-j dt n1 p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 530 Image 156
2664 and dispel those spots and that scumm, which superstition, ignorance and hypocrisie have fastned upon its glorious Face? Is it not fit that the Gospel should at length appear to have been the power of God, and no creature of melancholy or design? Ought it not to be at last confest and known, that Religion was a great Reality, and no cunningly devised Fable? No dream of imagination, or interest of any lust; and dispel those spots and that scumm, which Superstition, ignorance and hypocrisy have fastened upon its glorious Face? Is it not fit that the Gospel should At length appear to have been the power of God, and no creature of melancholy or Design? Ought it not to be At last confessed and known, that Religion was a great Reality, and no cunningly devised Fable? No dream of imagination, or Interest of any lust; cc n1 d n2 cc d n1, r-crq n1, n1 cc n1 vhb vvn p-acp po31 j n1? vbz pn31 xx j cst dt n1 vmd p-acp n1 vvi pc-acp vhi vbn dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dx n1 pp-f j-jn cc n1? vmd pn31 xx pc-acp vbi p-acp ord vvn cc vvn, cst n1 vbds dt j n1, cc dx av-jn vvn n1? dx n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 530 Image 156
2665 but as simple as Innocence, and as clear as the virgin light? And it will be so in the coming day, but as simple as Innocence, and as clear as the Virgae Light? And it will be so in the coming day, cc-acp c-acp j c-acp n1, cc p-acp j c-acp dt n1 n1? cc pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp dt n-vvg n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 530 Image 156
2666 when the light of the other World hath shone in upon the darkness of this. when the Light of the other World hath shone in upon the darkness of this. c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vhz vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d. (10) sermon (DIV1) 530 Image 156
2667 In summ, 'Tis just to expect that Religion will be gloriously celebrated and cleared, and reasonable to believe it will be done by the solemnity of a Judgement day. In sum, It's just to expect that Religion will be gloriously celebrated and cleared, and reasonable to believe it will be done by the solemnity of a Judgement day. p-acp n1, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn cc vvn, cc j pc-acp vvi pn31 vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 531 Image 156
2668 (2.) A Future Judgement is ordain'd, That Providence may be unridled and absolv'd. (2.) A Future Judgement is ordained, That Providence may be unbridled and absolved. (crd) dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn, cst n1 vmb vbi j cc vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 156
2669 The Judgements of God are a great Deep, Psal. 36. 6. and His ways past finding out, Rom. 11. 33. The affairs of Providence are full of Mystery and Meanders, The Judgments of God Are a great Deep, Psalm 36. 6. and His ways passed finding out, Rom. 11. 33. The affairs of Providence Are full of Mystery and Meanders, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr dt j j-jn, np1 crd crd cc png31 n2 p-acp vvg av, np1 crd crd dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr j pp-f n1 cc n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 156
2670 as dark as the midnights of December, and as crooked as the paths of the Desart. as dark as the midnights of December, and as crooked as the paths of the Desert. c-acp j c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc p-acp j c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 156
2671 All the Lines of our spinning, all our observations and reasonings are too short to lead us to and fro the Labyrinth. All the Lines of our spinning, all our observations and reasonings Are too short to led us to and from the Labyrinth. av-d dt n2 pp-f po12 vvg, d po12 n2 cc n2-vvg vbr av j pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp cc p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 156
2672 The world is govern'd by secret methods that are beyond our most improved knowledge. The world is governed by secret methods that Are beyond our most improved knowledge. dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n2 cst vbr p-acp po12 av-ds j-vvn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 156
2673 How are we puzzl'd when we undertake to gloss on Providence, and presume to give the reasons of its most ordinary managements! How Are we puzzled when we undertake to gloss on Providence, and presume to give the Reasons of its most ordinary managements! q-crq vbr pns12 vvn c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 av-ds j n2! (10) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 156
2674 The wicked lift up their heads against Heaven and prosper; and the just bow the knee; The wicked lift up their Heads against Heaven and prosper; and the just bow the knee; dt j n1 a-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1 cc vvi; cc dt j n1 dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 156
2675 lifting up their hands unto it, and are undone: Folly succeeds, and is applauded, and Wisdom is disappointed and contemn'd; lifting up their hands unto it, and Are undone: Folly succeeds, and is applauded, and Wisdom is disappointed and contemned; vvg a-acp po32 n2 p-acp pn31, cc vbr vvn: n1 vvz, cc vbz vvn, cc n1 vbz vvn cc vvd; (10) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 156
2676 Clouds and thick darkness encompass the devout, and a warm Sun shines upon him that sacrificeth not ( Eccl. 7. 15.) And when vice thrives, Clouds and thick darkness encompass the devout, and a warm Sun shines upon him that Sacrificeth not (Ecclesiastes 7. 15.) And when vice thrives, n2 cc j n1 vvi dt j, cc dt j n1 vvz p-acp pno31 cst vvz xx (np1 crd crd) cc c-crq n1 vvz, (10) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 156
2677 and folly triumphs, Providence is pleaded to credit ignorance and impiety, and the success of the actions vouches for the goodness of the Cause. and folly Triumphos, Providence is pleaded to credit ignorance and impiety, and the success of the actions vouches for the Goodness of the Cause. cc n1 n2, n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 156
2678 God is thought to have own'd what, for unknown reasons, he hath permitted, and to have acted that, which in judgement he hath suffer'd. On the other hand, the best Designs are thought wicked when they prove unprosperous, and the whitest Innocence marked with black characters, God is Thought to have owned what, for unknown Reasons, he hath permitted, and to have acted that, which in judgement he hath suffered. On the other hand, the best Designs Are Thought wicked when they prove unprosperous, and the whitest Innocence marked with black characters, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi j-vvn r-crq, p-acp j n2, pns31 vhz vvn, cc pc-acp vhi vvn cst, r-crq p-acp n1 pns31 vhz vvn. p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt js n2 vbr vvn j c-crq pns32 vvb j, cc dt js-jn n1 vvn p-acp j-jn n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 156
2679 when the cloud is upon it. when the cloud is upon it. c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 156
2680 Thus Shimei accused David for a man of blood, because of the evils of his House, 2 Sam. 16. 7. And Job was concluded as great an instance of sin, Thus Shimei accused David for a man of blood, Because of the evils of his House, 2 Sam. 16. 7. And Job was concluded as great an instance of since, av np1 vvn np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pp-f dt n2-jn pp-f po31 n1, crd np1 crd crd np1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp j dt n1 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 156
2681 as he was of misery, Job 4. The Barbarians inferr'd from the Viper, that St. Paul was a Murderer, Acts 28. 3, 4. And the unbelieving world from the Cross, that the Holy Jesus was a Malefactor. as he was of misery, Job 4. The Barbarians inferred from the Viper, that Saint Paul was a Murderer, Acts 28. 3, 4. And the unbelieving world from the Cross, that the Holy jesus was a Malefactor. c-acp pns31 vbds pp-f n1, n1 crd dt n2-jn vvn p-acp dt n1, cst n1 np1 vbds dt n1, n2 crd crd, crd cc dt vvg n1 p-acp dt vvi, cst dt j np1 vbds dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 532 Image 156
2682 Thus do men shoot one another out of this crooked bow, and judge the goodness and badness of things by successes, not by Rules; and thereby traduce and abuse Providence by making it speak the language of their affections, Thus do men shoot one Another out of this crooked bow, and judge the Goodness and badness of things by Successes, not by Rules; and thereby traduce and abuse Providence by making it speak the language of their affections, av vdb n2 vvi pi j-jn av pp-f d j n1, cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n2, xx p-acp n2; cc av vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp vvg pn31 vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 156
2683 and their Interests, and serve the ends of malice, and Self-love. and their Interests, and serve the ends of malice, and Self-love. cc po32 n2, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 533 Image 156
2684 Which things being so in the present world, it is fit that, at last, Providence should be disintangled and absolv'd, that all the world may see the living creatures in the Wheels, Ezek. 1. 20. and the eye that is in the Scepter, Which things being so in the present world, it is fit that, At last, Providence should be disentangled and absolved, that all the world may see the living creatures in the Wheels, Ezekiel 1. 20. and the eye that is in the Sceptre, r-crq n2 vbg av p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vbz j cst, p-acp ord, n1 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn, cst d dt n1 vmb vvi dt vvg n2 p-acp dt n2, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 156
2685 as the Aegyptian Hieroglyphicks represented Providence. as the Egyptian Hieroglyphics represented Providence. c-acp dt jp n2 vvn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 156
2686 That we may at length understand, that its ways are equal, Ezek. 18. 25. and that all the seeming inequalities prove the shortness of our Reasonings, not the unevenness of its managements; That we may At length understand, that its ways Are equal, Ezekiel 18. 25. and that all the seeming inequalities prove the shortness of our Reasonings, not the unevenness of its managements; cst pns12 vmb p-acp n1 vvi, cst po31 n2 vbr j-jn, np1 crd crd cc d d dt j-vvg n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n2-vvg, xx dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 156
2687 that its strangest, and least accountable issues were the Results of Counsel, and govern'd by an infinitely wise mind that shoots it self through all things. that its strangest, and least accountable issues were the Results of Counsel, and governed by an infinitely wise mind that shoots it self through all things. cst po31 js, cc av-ds j n2 vbdr av vvz pp-f n1, cc vvn p-acp dt av-j j n1 cst vvz pn31 n1 p-acp d n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 156
2688 That we may understand the difference between good and prosperous; and the reason of the distance between vertue and success. Why the fire out of the Bramble is permitted to devour the Cedar; and the desert of the wicked is so often the lot of the just. That we may understand the difference between good and prosperous; and the reason of the distance between virtue and success. Why the fire out of the Bramble is permitted to devour the Cedar; and the desert of the wicked is so often the lot of the just. cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp j cc j; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. c-crq dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvb dt n1; cc dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz av av dt n1 pp-f dt av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 534 Image 156
2689 These expectations are reasonable, and in a manner necessary; that mankind may be convinced the events below were not Lotteries, but NONLATINALPHABET full of Providence; These Expectations Are reasonable, and in a manner necessary; that mankind may be convinced the events below were not Lotteries, but full of Providence; d n2 vbr j, cc p-acp dt n1 j; d n1 vmb vbi vvn dt n2 a-acp vbdr xx n2, p-acp j pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 156
2690 and that Providence acted by an infinite Wisdom, Justice, and Goodness. and that Providence acted by an infinite Wisdom, justice, and goodness. cc d n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1, n1, cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 156
2691 That wickedness shall, at last, reap the misery it hath sown, and dwell in the flames it hath kindled: That wickedness shall, At last, reap the misery it hath sown, and dwell in the flames it hath kindled: cst n1 vmb, p-acp ord, vvb dt n1 pn31 vhz vvn, cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pn31 vhz vvn: (10) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 156
2692 And afflicted Vertue lift up its head to receive the Crown and the Glories that are the rewards of its patience: And afflicted Virtue lift up its head to receive the Crown and the Glories that Are the rewards of its patience: cc j-vvn n1 vvi a-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n2 cst vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 156
2693 and appear to have shot it self up in another world, when it was deprest in this. And so all shall know that there was a God that judged in the Earth, Psal. 58. 11. and appear to have shot it self up in Another world, when it was depressed in this. And so all shall know that there was a God that judged in the Earth, Psalm 58. 11. cc vvb pc-acp vhi vvn pn31 n1 a-acp p-acp j-jn n1, c-crq pn31 vbds vvn p-acp d. cc av d vmb vvi cst a-acp vbds dt n1 cst vvd p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd (10) sermon (DIV1) 535 Image 156
2694 And this is another reasonable account of the appointment of a Future Judgement. And this is Another reasonable account of the appointment of a Future Judgement. cc d vbz j-jn j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 536 Image 156
2695 (3.) We may suppose it to be ordain'd for this also, That secret wickedness may be disclos'd, and shamed. (3.) We may suppose it to be ordained for this also, That secret wickedness may be disclosed, and shamed. (crd) pns12 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d av, cst j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2696 The Heart of man is as deep waters, hath a smooth surface, but is full of rocks and quicksands at the bottom. The Heart of man is as deep waters, hath a smooth surface, but is full of Rocks and quicksands At the bottom. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp j-jn n2, vhz dt j n1, cc-acp vbz j pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2697 The world is a Theatre, and the greatest part of men are but Actors: The world is a Theatre, and the greatest part of men Are but Actors: dt n1 vbz dt n1, cc dt js n1 pp-f n2 vbr p-acp n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2698 For as They cloathe themselves with Gold and Purple, and put on great names, and are fine things upon the Stage, For as They cloth themselves with Gold and Purple, and put on great names, and Are fine things upon the Stage, c-acp c-acp pns32 vvi px32 p-acp n1 cc j-jn, cc vvd p-acp j n2, cc vbr j n2 p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2699 when behind the Curtain and in their retiremen•s, they are but common men, and like their ordinary Spectators: when behind the Curtain and in their retiremen•s, they Are but Common men, and like their ordinary Spectators: c-crq p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vbr p-acp j n2, cc vvi po32 j n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2700 Thus we dress our selves for publique converses, set our looks, and gild our language, Thus we dress our selves for public converses, Set our looks, and gild our language, av pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp j vvz, vvb po12 n2, cc vvi po12 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2701 and put on the Livery of Wisdom and Saintship, and appear what we would be thought, not what we are: But in our privacies, and put on the Livery of Wisdom and Saintship, and appear what we would be Thought, not what we Are: But in our privacies, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vvb r-crq pns12 vmd vbi vvn, xx r-crq pns12 vbr: cc-acp p-acp po12 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2702 and more familiar conversations, in the loose and unconstrain'd order of our words, and our actions, we are quite another thing; and more familiar conversations, in the lose and unconstrained order of our words, and our actions, we Are quite Another thing; cc av-dc j-jn n2, p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc po12 n2, pns12 vbr av j-jn n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2703 we are foolish and frivolous, froward and impatient, sordid and absurd: And in the secret Chambers of our souls we are worse. we Are foolish and frivolous, froward and impatient, sordid and absurd: And in the secret Chambers of our Souls we Are Worse. pns12 vbr j cc j, j cc j, j cc j: cc p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f po12 n2 pns12 vbr jc. (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2704 The fairest face would affright us, if the skin were taken off it, and shew us nothing but ghastliness and deformity: The Fairest face would affright us, if the skin were taken off it, and show us nothing but ghastliness and deformity: dt js n1 vmd vvi pno12, cs dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvb pno12 pix cc-acp n1 cc n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2705 And it would amaze us to see the In sides of those, whose outward appearance is fair and plausible. And it would amaze us to see the In sides of those, whose outward appearance is fair and plausible. cc pn31 vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt p-acp n2 pp-f d, rg-crq j n1 vbz j cc j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2706 We now seek coverings for our shame, and hide our follies and imperfections under handsome names, devout shews, and fair pretensions; We now seek coverings for our shame, and hide our follies and imperfections under handsome names, devout shows, and fair pretensions; pns12 av vvb n2-vvg p-acp po12 n1, cc vvi po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp j n2, j vvz, cc j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2707 or excuse them by Necessity, Temptation, the Devil, or Providence. And though we see much sin and vileness assoon as we open our eyes, and look out of doors: or excuse them by Necessity, Temptation, the devil, or Providence. And though we see much since and vileness As soon as we open our eyes, and look out of doors: cc vvb pno32 p-acp n1, n1, dt n1, cc n1. cc cs pns12 vvb d n1 cc n1 av c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2, cc vvb av pp-f n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2708 Yet there is another and a worse world of wickedness, shut up from our sight, and hid in its own darkness; Yet there is Another and a Worse world of wickedness, shut up from our sighed, and hid in its own darkness; av pc-acp vbz j-jn cc dt jc n1 pp-f n1, vvn a-acp p-acp po12 n1, cc vvd p-acp po31 d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2709 in close designs and private actions; in the corners of the heart, and recesses of thoughts: in close designs and private actions; in the corners of the heart, and Recesses of thoughts: p-acp j n2 cc j n2; p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 pp-f n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2710 These make up a dark Region cover'd with fear and shame, and the shadows of death; These make up a dark Region covered with Fear and shame, and the shadows of death; d vvb a-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2711 open only to Him to whom all things are so, and midnight is as bright as noon, ( Psal. 139. 12.) And he will provide that so it shall be to all the world; open only to Him to whom all things Are so, and midnight is as bright as noon, (Psalm 139. 12.) And he will provide that so it shall be to all the world; vvb av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp ro-crq d n2 vbr av, cc n1 vbz a-acp j c-acp n1, (np1 crd crd) cc pns31 vmb vvi cst av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2712 that all sin may be as odious, as it is ugly; that all since may be as odious, as it is ugly; cst d n1 vmb vbi a-acp j, c-acp pn31 vbz j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2713 and unobserv'd impiety may not still lie hid in the secrecie and silence it hath sought: and unobserved impiety may not still lie hid in the secrecy and silence it hath sought: cc j n1 vmb xx av vvi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pn31 vhz vvn: (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2714 But that its whispers may be proclaim'd by a voice more loud than Thunder; and its conceal'd deformities be brought into the open day: But that its whispers may be proclaimed by a voice more loud than Thunder; and its concealed deformities be brought into the open day: cc-acp cst po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 av-dc j cs n1; cc pn31|vbz vvn n2 vbb vvn p-acp dt j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2715 That those hidden iniquities which hitherto have escap'd, may be whipt with the scorpions of guilt and shame; That those hidden iniquities which hitherto have escaped, may be whipped with the scorpions of guilt and shame; cst d j-vvn n2 r-crq av vhb vvn, vmb vbi vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2716 and the divine purity and patience may appear in their Glory and proper lustre. and the divine purity and patience may appear in their Glory and proper lustre. cc dt j-jn n1 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1 cc j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 537 Image 156
2717 And for this Reason also God hath appointed a Day wherein He will Judge the secrets of men: And for this Reason also God hath appointed a Day wherein He will Judge the secrets of men: cc p-acp d n1 av np1 vhz vvn dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt n2-jn pp-f n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 156
2718 That sin may not be the more secure, for being close; That since may not be the more secure, for being close; cst n1 vmb xx vbi dt av-dc j, c-acp vbg j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 156
2719 But that it may be feared and shunn'd in Grots, as well as in most publique places. But that it may be feared and shunned in Grots, as well as in most public places. cc-acp cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n2, c-acp av c-acp p-acp ds j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 538 Image 156
2720 And I may add, That those actions of vertue that no eye sees, but that which sees all things, And I may add, That those actions of virtue that no eye sees, but that which sees all things, cc pns11 vmb vvi, cst d n2 pp-f n1 cst dx n1 vvz, cc-acp cst r-crq vvz d n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 156
2721 and those unknown tendencies and anhelations of divine souls after the adorable object of their Love, may be solemnly celebrated and rewarded. Again, and those unknown tendencies and anhelations of divine Souls After the adorable Object of their Love, may be solemnly celebrated and rewarded. Again, cc d j n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, vmb vbi av-j vvn cc vvn. av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 539 Image 156
2722 (4.) Such a Day is fit and is appointed, that all rights and claims may be determined. (4.) Such a Day is fit and is appointed, that all rights and claims may be determined. (crd) d dt n1 vbz j cc vbz vvn, cst d n2-jn cc n2 vmb vbi vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 156
2723 The great Controversies are, which, and where is the True Church and Religion. The great Controversies Are, which, and where is the True Church and Religion. dt j n2 vbr, r-crq, cc c-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 156
2724 And if we attend to the Zeal, and the confidence, the loud talk, and bold claims of each of the pretenders, All are in the truth, and All mistaken: And if we attend to the Zeal, and the confidence, the loud talk, and bold claims of each of the pretenders, All Are in the truth, and All mistaken: cc cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, dt j n1, cc j n2 pp-f d pp-f dt n2, d vbr p-acp dt n1, cc d vvn: (10) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 156
2725 Every Sect is in the right, if it may be judg'd by the fondness of its own assurance; Every Sect is in the right, if it may be judged by the fondness of its own assurance; d n1 vbz p-acp dt n-jn, cs pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 156
2726 and every one is out, by the sentence of all the rest: Here's Religion, sayes one; and every one is out, by the sentence of all the rest: Here's Religion, Says one; cc d pi vbz av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1: av|vbz n1, vvz crd; (10) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 156
2727 Nay, but it's here, sayes the next; and a third gives the Lie to them both; Nay, but it's Here, Says the next; and a third gives the Lie to them both; uh-x, cc-acp pn31|vbz av, vvz dt ord; cc dt ord vvz dt n1 p-acp pno32 d; (10) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 156
2728 And then they scuffle and contend till they have talk'd themselves out of sense, out of charity, and out of breath: And then they scuffle and contend till they have talked themselves out of sense, out of charity, and out of breath: cc cs pns32 vvb cc vvi c-acp pns32 vhb vvn px32 av pp-f n1, av pp-f n1, cc av pp-f n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 156
2729 And when they would say on, but know not what; when their passions are rais'd, but their Reasons lost; And when they would say on, but know not what; when their passion Are raised, but their Reasons lost; cc c-crq pns32 vmd vvi a-acp, cc-acp vvb xx r-crq; c-crq po32 n2 vbr vvn, cc-acp po32 n2 vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 156
2730 They fall to pelt each other with hard names; They squabble, and strive, and damn one another by turns; They fallen to pelt each other with hard names; They squabble, and strive, and damn one Another by turns; pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi d n-jn p-acp j n2; pns32 vvb, cc vvi, cc vvi pi j-jn p-acp n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 156
2731 They gather parties to help up the Cry, and fill all places with the noise of their quarrels, They gather parties to help up the Cry, and fill all places with the noise of their quarrels, pns32 vvb n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, cc vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 156
2732 and triumph and crow after a conquest in Imagination: And after all this bustle, and all this ado, They sit down where they begun; and triumph and crow After a conquest in Imagination: And After all this bustle, and all this ado, They fit down where they begun; cc n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1: cc p-acp d d n1, cc d d n1, pns32 vvb a-acp c-crq pns32 vvd; (10) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 156
2733 Nothing is gain'd on either side, but an addition of malice and bitter zeal, more rancour, Nothing is gained on either side, but an addition of malice and bitter zeal, more rancour, pix vbz vvn p-acp d n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1, dc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 156
2734 and more damning sentences, while they are, for the most part, as far from Truth as from agreement. and more damning sentences, while they Are, for the most part, as Far from Truth as from agreement. cc av-dc vvg n2, cs pns32 vbr, p-acp dt av-ds n1, c-acp av-j p-acp n1 a-acp p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 540 Image 156
2735 This is the state of the contending world, nor can we expect it should be otherwise, This is the state of the contending world, nor can we expect it should be otherwise, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, ccx vmb pns12 vvi pn31 vmd vbi av, (10) sermon (DIV1) 541 Image 156
2736 while Ignorance and Malice, Interest and Passion inspire the quarrels. while Ignorance and Malice, Interest and Passion inspire the quarrels. cs n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 vvb dt n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 541 Image 156
2737 Or, if Controversies should be ended, the Vote would, doubtless, be cast on the side of Folly and Falshood, Or, if Controversies should be ended, the Vote would, doubtless, be cast on the side of Folly and Falsehood, cc, cs n2 vmd vbi vvn, dt n1 vmd, av-j, vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 541 Image 156
2738 for their adherents are most numerous, and most loud; for their adherents Are most numerous, and most loud; p-acp po32 n2 vbr av-ds j, cc av-ds j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 541 Image 156
2739 while the friends of Truth and Reason are meek and modest, thinly scatter'd among the Herd, while the Friends of Truth and Reason Are meek and modest, thinly scattered among the Heard, cs dt n2 pp-f n1 cc vvb vbr j cc j, av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 541 Image 156
2740 and still liable to be over-born, and out-nois'd by the Tumult. and still liable to be overborne, and out-noised by the Tumult. cc av j pc-acp vbi j, cc j p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 541 Image 156
2741 But the coming Day will set all right, and effectually resolve Pilate 's Question, What is Truth? And then no doubt, The meek and the peaceable, the charitable and the just, who did not dispute, but live; But the coming Day will Set all right, and effectually resolve Pilate is Question, What is Truth? And then no doubt, The meek and the peaceable, the charitable and the just, who did not dispute, but live; p-acp dt n-vvg n1 vmb vvi d n-jn, cc av-j vvi np1 vbz n1, q-crq vbz n1? cc av dx n1, dt j cc dt j, dt j cc dt j, r-crq vdd xx vvi, cc-acp vvb; (10) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 156
2742 who were not swoln with rage and notions, but big of Charity, and universal kindness for mankind: who were not swollen with rage and notions, but big of Charity, and universal kindness for mankind: r-crq vbdr xx vvn p-acp n1 cc n2, cc-acp j pp-f n1, cc j n1 p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 156
2743 Then shall These be declar'd the rightful Heirs of the Kingdom, when the presumed Sons of it, who hugg'd themselves, Then shall These be declared the rightful Heirs of the Kingdom, when the presumed Sons of it, who hugged themselves, av vmb d vbi vvd dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt j-vvn n2 pp-f pn31, r-crq vvd px32, (10) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 156
2744 as the only favourites of Heaven, and warm'd their hands by their own fantastick Fires, who flew aloft on the wings of Imagination, as the only favourites of Heaven, and warmed their hands by their own fantastic Fires, who flew aloft on the wings of Imagination, c-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc vvn po32 n2 p-acp po32 d j n2, r-crq vvd av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 156
2745 and proudly look'd down upon the modest and humble Believer; and proudly looked down upon the modest and humble Believer; cc av-j vvd a-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 156
2746 who were full of mysterie and rapture, scorn and talk, but void of justice, modesty and love: who were full of mystery and rapture, scorn and talk, but void of Justice, modesty and love: r-crq vbdr j pp-f n1 cc n1, n1 cc vvi, cc-acp j pp-f n1, n1 cc n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 156
2747 These, we have reason to think, shall then be cast out, and receive their portion with the Pharisee, to the shame and disappointment of their confidence, and their hopes. These, we have reason to think, shall then be cast out, and receive their portion with the Pharisee, to the shame and disappointment of their confidence, and their hope's. d, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, vmb av vbi vvn av, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt np1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc po32 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 542 Image 156
2748 In this Day shall the Errours, and the follies that were recommended to the deceiv'd embraces of the Sons of men, by frauds, In this Day shall the Errors, and the follies that were recommended to the deceived embraces of the Sons of men, by frauds, p-acp d n1 vmb dt n2, cc dt n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 543 Image 156
2749 and Art, paint, and meretricious bravery, be expos'd in their naked Deformities to the sight and contempt of all the world: and Art, paint, and meretricious bravery, be exposed in their naked Deformities to the sighed and contempt of all the world: cc n1, vvb, cc j n1, vbb vvn p-acp po32 j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 543 Image 156
2750 And that Truth, and those Vertues that were persecuted into Corners, and cover'd with dust and shame; And that Truth, and those Virtues that were persecuted into Corners, and covered with dust and shame; cc cst n1, cc d n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp n2, cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 543 Image 156
2751 torn piece-meal by wrath and ignorance, and scatter'd up and down in the Tents of Errour, shall then be brought into the Light, torn piecemeal by wrath and ignorance, and scattered up and down in the Tents of Error, shall then be brought into the Light, vvn av p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vvn a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vmb av vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 543 Image 156
2752 and cleansed from all debasing mixtures, and represented in their native loveliness and beauty, that they may receive the praises and acclamations of their ancient friends, and acquaintance; and cleansed from all debasing mixtures, and represented in their native loveliness and beauty, that they may receive the praises and acclamations of their ancient Friends, and acquaintance; cc vvn p-acp d vvg n2, cc vvn p-acp po32 j-jn n1 cc n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 j n2, cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 543 Image 156
2753 Yea, and the acknowledgements of their now blushing and confounded enemies. Yea, and the acknowledgements of their now blushing and confounded enemies. uh, cc dt n2 pp-f po32 av vvg cc j-vvn n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 543 Image 156
2754 Upon the whole we see, That the Faith of a Future Judgement is not misbecoming the severest Sons of Reason and Philosophy, but is infinitely agreeable to the faculties of men, and the Analogy of things. Upon the Whole we see, That the Faith of a Future Judgement is not misbecoming the Severest Sons of Reason and Philosophy, but is infinitely agreeable to the faculties of men, and the Analogy of things. p-acp dt j-jn pns12 vvb, cst dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vbz xx vvg dt js n2 pp-f vvb cc n1, a-acp vbz av-j j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 544 Image 156
2755 I Come now to the SECOND main thing in the Text, II. The Universality of the Subject to be judged, the World, so it is here; I Come now to the SECOND main thing in the Text, II The Universality of the Subject to be judged, the World, so it is Here; pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord j n1 p-acp dt n1, crd dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n1, av pn31 vbz av; (10) sermon (DIV1) 545 Image 156
2756 And the Scripture elsewhere expresseth it in very general terms: And the Scripture elsewhere Expresses it in very general terms: cc dt n1 av vvz pn31 p-acp av j n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 546 Image 156
2757 The secrets of men, Rom. 2. 16. Every man, Rev. 20. 13. The Dead, small and great, Rev. 20. 12. The quick and the dead, 1 Pet. 4. 5. The secrets of men, Rom. 2. 16. Every man, Rev. 20. 13. The Dead, small and great, Rev. 20. 12. The quick and the dead, 1 Pet. 4. 5. dt n2-jn pp-f n2, np1 crd crd d n1, n1 crd crd dt j, j cc j, n1 crd crd dt j cc dt j, vvn np1 crd crd (10) sermon (DIV1) 546 Image 156
2758 Now I shall consider the Universality of the Subject of Judgement in two great solemnities of it: Now I shall Consider the Universality of the Subject of Judgement in two great solemnities of it: av pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn pp-f n1 p-acp crd j n2 pp-f pn31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 547 Image 156
2759 viz. The General Summons, and the General Resurrection that follows: viz. The General Summons, and the General Resurrection that follows: n1 dt j n1, cc dt j n1 cst vvz: (10) sermon (DIV1) 547 Image 156
2760 both mentioned together, 1 Cor. 15. 52. The trumpet shall sound, and the Dead shall be raised both mentioned together, 1 Cor. 15. 52. The trumpet shall found, and the Dead shall be raised — d vvn av, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vmb vvi, cc dt j vmb vbi vvn — (10) sermon (DIV1) 547 Image 156
2761 1. The Trumpet; either some divine universal vertue; or the voice of some mighty Angel, crying, Arise ye Dead, and come to Judgement. Methinks I hear that voice; 1. The Trumpet; either Some divine universal virtue; or the voice of Some mighty Angel, crying, Arise you Dead, and come to Judgement. Methinks I hear that voice; crd dt n1; d d j-jn j n1; cc dt n1 pp-f d j n1, vvg, vvb pn22 j, cc vvb p-acp n1. vvz pns11 vvb d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 548 Image 156
2762 'tis full of Majesty and terrour; 'tis more loud than Fame, and more general than the Light of Heaven. it's full of Majesty and terror; it's more loud than Fame, and more general than the Light of Heaven. pn31|vbz j pp-f n1 cc n1; pn31|vbz dc j cs n1, cc av-dc j cs dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 548 Image 156
2763 'Tis heard at both the Poles; in the Earth, and Sea, and Air, and all Deep places. It's herd At both the Poles; in the Earth, and Sea, and Air, and all Deep places. pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d dt n2; p-acp dt n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc d j-jn n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 548 Image 156
2764 Attend, Attend, Ye Sons of Adam! Ye that are afar off, and ye that are near; Attend, Attend, You Sons of Adam! You that Are afar off, and you that Are near; vvb, vvb, pn22 n2 pp-f np1! pn22 cst vbr av a-acp, cc pn22 cst vbr j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 549 Image 156
2765 Ye that begun with the Infant World, and ye that liv'd in its latest Periods; You that begun with the Infant World, and you that lived in its latest Periods; pn22 cst vvd p-acp dt n1 n1, cc pn22 cst vvd p-acp po31 js n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 549 Image 156
2766 Ye that freeze under the uncomfortable North, and ye that are hid under the remotest South; You that freeze under the uncomfortable North, and you that Are hid under the Remotest South; pn22 cst vvb p-acp dt j n1, cc pn22 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt js n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 549 Image 156
2767 Ye that dwell in the temperate Regions; and ye that are scorch'd with the heats of the Line; You that dwell in the temperate Regions; and you that Are scorched with the heats of the Line; pn22 cst vvb p-acp dt j n2; cc pn22 cst vbr j-vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 549 Image 156
2768 Ye that only cry'd, and ceas'd to breathe; and ye that went slowly and late to the Grave; You that only cried, and ceased to breathe; and you that went slowly and late to the Grave; pn22 cst av-j vvd, cc vvd pc-acp vvi; cc pn22 cst vvd av-j cc av-j p-acp dt j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 549 Image 156
2769 Ye that are yet alive, and ye that have been Ages under ground. You that Are yet alive, and you that have been Ages under ground. pn22 cst vbr av j, cc pn22 cst vhb vbn n2 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 549 Image 156
2770 Hearken, Hearken to the Proclamation of the great King, the Prince of Glory, the Judge of Angels and Men: Harken, Harken to the Proclamation of the great King, the Prince of Glory, the Judge of Angels and Men: vvb, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 550 Image 156
2771 The Day, the Day of vengeance and recompence is come, the Day of Terrours and of Triumphs. The night is past: The Day, the Day of vengeance and recompense is come, the Day of Terrors and of Triumphos. The night is past: dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f n2 cc pp-f n2. dt n1 vbz j: (10) sermon (DIV1) 550 Image 156
2772 Arise ye dead, cease sleeping in the Grave; Arise you dead, cease sleeping in the Grave; vvb pn22 j, vvb vvg p-acp dt j; (10) sermon (DIV1) 550 Image 156
2773 Put on our bodies, gather up your scatter'd parts, summon your thoughts together, and make up your Accounts. Put on our bodies, gather up your scattered parts, summon your thoughts together, and make up your Accounts. vvb p-acp po12 n2, vvb a-acp po22 j-vvn n2, vvb po22 n2 av, cc vvi a-acp po22 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 550 Image 156
2774 The Tribunal is set, the Judge is coming. And ye living Inhabitants, lay by your designs, let fall your Traffique; quit your pleasures and pursuits; The Tribunal is Set, the Judge is coming. And you living Inhabitants, lay by your designs, let fallen your Traffic; quit your pleasures and pursuits; dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz vvg. cc pn22 vvg n2, vvb p-acp po22 n2, vvb vvb po22 n1; vvb po22 n2 cc n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 550 Image 156
2775 the time for these is done, for ever done; Eternity is in view; Trim your Lamps, the Bridegroom is at the door. the time for these is done, for ever done; Eternity is in view; Trim your Lamps, the Bridegroom is At the door. dt n1 p-acp d vbz vdn, p-acp av vdn; n1 vbz p-acp n1; vvb po22 n2, dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 550 Image 156
2776 2. And now the General Resurrection follows. 2. And now the General Resurrection follows. crd cc av dt j n1 vvz. (10) sermon (DIV1) 551 Image 156
2777 Behold the closest Vaults throw away their coverings, and disclose the proud Families that lay hid in that stately darkness: Behold the closest Vaults throw away their coverings, and disclose the proud Families that lay hid in that stately darkness: vvb dt js n2 vvb av po32 n2-vvg, cc vvi dt j n2 cst vvd vvn p-acp d j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 551 Image 156
2778 See how the loose Earth moves about the Cloysters of the Dead, and the Grave opens all its doors to enlarge its Prisoners: See how the lose Earth moves about the Cloisters of the Dead, and the Grave Opens all its doors to enlarge its Prisoners: vvb c-crq dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc dt j vvz d po31 n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 551 Image 156
2779 And lo, a numerous people riseth from under ground to attend the great Assize of Angels and men! And lo, a numerous people Riseth from under ground to attend the great Assize of Angels and men! cc uh, dt j n1 vvz p-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2! (10) sermon (DIV1) 551 Image 156
2780 They arise, but are not yet alive; Death sits upon their faces clad in dread and paleness. They arise, but Are not yet alive; Death sits upon their faces clad in dread and paleness. pns32 vvb, cc-acp vbr xx av j; n1 vvz p-acp po32 n2 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 551 Image 156
2781 They lose that motion with astonishment which they gained with their restored parts; They loose that motion with astonishment which they gained with their restored parts; pns32 vvb cst n1 p-acp n1 r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp po32 j-vvn n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 551 Image 156
2782 and are ready to be shaken into their former dust, by the fear that hath seized their unsettled joynts: and Are ready to be shaken into their former dust, by the Fear that hath seized their unsettled Joints: cc vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 j n1, p-acp dt n1 cst vhz vvn po32 j-vvn n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 551 Image 156
2783 They wonder at the Light, and at themselves; and are ready to drop back into the Graves, from which they just peep'd out. They wonder At the Light, and At themselves; and Are ready to drop back into the Graves, from which they just peeped out. pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp px32; cc vbr j pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 av vvd av. (10) sermon (DIV1) 551 Image 156
2784 See here the mighty sits trembling by his Monument, unconcern'd at the vain Epithets it gave to his flatter'd Memory; See Here the mighty sits trembling by his Monument, unconcerned At the vain Epithets it gave to his flattered Memory; vvb av dt j vvz vvg p-acp po31 n1, vvn p-acp dt j n2 pn31 vvd p-acp po31 vvd n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 552 Image 156
2785 and the delicate sighs with his first breath, willing to return to darkness, rottenness, and worms; and the delicate sighs with his First breath, willing to return to darkness, rottenness, and worms; cc dt j n2 p-acp po31 ord n1, vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, n1, cc n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 552 Image 156
2786 rather than to the light that will discover the guilt, and the follies of a Life of vanity and sin. rather than to the Light that will discover the guilt, and the follies of a Life of vanity and since. av cs p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vvi dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 552 Image 156
2787 The Hypocrite droops to consider that his painting and his shame are to be brought out of the night and silence of the Grave, into a naked, and open day; The Hypocrite droops to Consider that his painting and his shame Are to be brought out of the night and silence of the Grave, into a naked, and open day; dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi cst po31 n-vvg cc po31 n1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j, p-acp dt j, cc j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 552 Image 156
2788 and the vitious dies again to think, That he hath taken up his body from one Death to carry it to another, and a worse. and the vicious die again to think, That he hath taken up his body from one Death to carry it to Another, and a Worse. cc dt j n2 av pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vhz vvn a-acp po31 n1 p-acp crd n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j-jn, cc dt jc. (10) sermon (DIV1) 552 Image 156
2789 Thus the world of the wicked shall all appear, and all be concern'd in the Judgement that follows. Thus the world of the wicked shall all appear, and all be concerned in the Judgement that follows. av dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb d vvi, cc d vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vvz. (10) sermon (DIV1) 552 Image 156
2790 The Righteous shall rise also, They awake with vigour in their souls, and life in their eyes; The Righteous shall rise also, They awake with vigour in their Souls, and life in their eyes; dt j vmb vvi av, pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc n1 p-acp po32 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 553 Image 156
2791 with gayety in their looks, and transports in all their powers. Their new warm'd blood moves pleasantly in its ancient chanels; with gaiety in their looks, and transports in all their Powers. Their new warmed blood moves pleasantly in its ancient channels; p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvz p-acp d po32 n2. po32 j vvn n1 vvz av-j p-acp po31 j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 553 Image 156
2792 and the restored spirits dance in the renewed veins. and the restored spirits dance in the renewed Veins. cc dt vvn n2 vvi p-acp dt j-vvn n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 553 Image 156
2793 They are glad to meet the old companion of their pleasures, and their miseries, rejoycing at its rescue from the infamous dishonours of corruption, They Are glad to meet the old Companion of their pleasures, and their misery's, rejoicing At its rescue from the infamous dishonours of corruption, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc po32 n2, vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 553 Image 156
2794 and that 'tis ready to pass with them into the promised and long expected Glories. and that it's ready to pass with them into the promised and long expected Glories. cc cst pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j-vvn cc av-j vvn n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 553 Image 156
2795 These are the First-fruits, and the full Crop is near, and their joy is beyond the joy of Harvest; These Are the Firstfruits, and the full Crop is near, and their joy is beyond the joy of Harvest; d vbr dt n2, cc dt j vvb vbz j, cc po32 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 554 Image 156
2796 and we must leave the degree to be imagin'd, that cannot be exprest. and we must leave the degree to be imagined, that cannot be expressed. cc pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vmbx vbi vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 554 Image 156
2797 And thus the universal World both of the wicked and the righteous shall appear on the Solemn Summons. And thus the universal World both of the wicked and the righteous shall appear on the Solemn Summons. cc av dt j n1 av-d pp-f dt j cc dt j vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 555 Image 156
2798 The Earth, and Air, and Sea, and Death, and Hell shall give up their Dead, Rev. 20. 13. And so Adam and the Patriarchs, and all the Ancient Sages, with their Sons, The Earth, and Air, and Sea, and Death, and Hell shall give up their Dead, Rev. 20. 13. And so Adam and the Patriarchs, and all the Ancient Sages, with their Sons, dt n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 vmb vvi a-acp po32 j, n1 crd crd cc av np1 cc dt n2, cc d dt j n2-jn, p-acp po32 n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 556 Image 156
2799 and Nephews to the latest Posterity, shall stand up together before the Judgement Seat: and Nephews to the latest Posterity, shall stand up together before the Judgement Seat: cc n2 p-acp dt js n1, vmb vvi a-acp av c-acp dt n1 n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 556 Image 156
2800 for all are subjects of the same general Empire, and all are accountable for their Actions to the same Soveraign Judge: for all Are subject's of the same general Empire, and all Are accountable for their Actions to the same Sovereign Judge: c-acp d vbr n2-jn pp-f dt d j n1, cc d vbr j p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt d j-jn n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 556 Image 156
2801 And He is the Man whom God hath ordain'd to judge the world in Righteousness. And this is the next thing in the Text to be consider'd, viz. III. The person appointed, The Man whom he hath ordain'd: And He is the Man whom God hath ordained to judge the world in Righteousness. And this is the next thing in the Text to be considered, viz. III. The person appointed, The Man whom he hath ordained: cc pns31 vbz dt n1 ro-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. cc d vbz dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, n1 np1. dt n1 vvn, dt n1 ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn: (10) sermon (DIV1) 556 Image 156
2802 And this is the Man Christ Jesus, even the Man, who being in the form of God, thought it no robberry to be equal with God, Phil. 2. 6. The same is He who is ordain'd of God to be the Judge of the quick and the dead, Act. 10. 42. And this is the Man christ jesus, even the Man, who being in the from of God, Thought it no robberry to be equal with God, Philip 2. 6. The same is He who is ordained of God to be the Judge of the quick and the dead, Act. 10. 42. cc d vbz dt n1 np1 np1, av dt n1, r-crq vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd pn31 dx n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp np1, np1 crd crd dt d vbz pns31 r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi dt vvb pp-f dt j cc dt j, n1 crd crd (10) sermon (DIV1) 557 Image 156
2803 And now under this Head I shall shew how fit he is, as man, for this great and solemn office, in these two particulars. And now under this Head I shall show how fit he is, as man, for this great and solemn office, in these two particulars. cc av p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi c-crq j pns31 vbz, c-acp n1, p-acp d j cc j n1, p-acp d crd n2-j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 558 Image 156
2804 1. He is fit to be the General Judge, as Man, because he descended to the meanness of our condition. 1. He is fit to be the General Judge, as Man, Because he descended to the meanness of our condition. crd pns31 vbz j pc-acp vbi dt j n1, c-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 156
2805 'Tis but just that He, who laid by his ancient Glory, and cloath'd himself in the Livery of guilt and shame, should re-assume that native Majesty and splendour in the face of universal mankind: It's but just that He, who laid by his ancient Glory, and clothed himself in the Livery of guilt and shame, should reassume that native Majesty and splendour in the face of universal mankind: pn31|vbz p-acp j cst pns31, r-crq vvd p-acp po31 j n1, cc vvn px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vmd j cst j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 156
2806 That He, who made an humble stoop from the Throne to the Manger, from the Government of the World, to the life of a mean subject; That He, who made an humble stoop from the Throne to the Manger, from the Government of the World, to the life of a mean Subject; cst pns31, r-crq vvd dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 156
2807 should (at last) be illustriously advanc'd as much above the heights of humane grandeurs, should (At last) be illustriously advanced as much above the heights of humane grandeurs, vmd (p-acp ord) vbi av-j vvn p-acp d p-acp dt n2 pp-f j fw-fr, (10) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 156
2808 as then he was below them. as then he was below them. c-acp cs pns31 vbds p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 559 Image 156
2809 'Tis fit that That Holy and Divine Person, who was buffeted and affronted, condemned and crucified by an abusive and injurious world, should righteously judge his Judges. It's fit that That Holy and Divine Person, who was buffeted and affronted, condemned and Crucified by an abusive and injurious world, should righteously judge his Judges. pn31|vbz j cst cst j cc j-jn n1, r-crq vbds vvn cc vvn, vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, vmd av-j vvi po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 156
2810 That Herod may see that he persecuted not the Infant King of a little Province, but the Soveraign of Angels and men: That Herod may see that he persecuted not the Infant King of a little Province, but the Sovereign of Angels and men: cst np1 vmb vvi cst pns31 vvn xx dt n1 n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc-acp dt n-jn pp-f n2 cc n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 156
2811 And that Pontius Pilate and the Jews may be convinc'd that He whom they called King in scorn, is really a greater Emperour than Caesar: And that those who were scandal'd at the Cross, and a verse to the belief of an humble Saviour, may see the shame and confutation of their Infidelity, and their Folly; And that Pontius Pilate and the jews may be convinced that He whom they called King in scorn, is really a greater Emperor than Caesar: And that those who were scandaled At the Cross, and a verse to the belief of an humble Saviour, may see the shame and confutation of their Infidelity, and their Folly; cc cst np1 np1 cc dt np2 vmb vbi vvd d pns31 r-crq pns32 vvd n1 p-acp n1, vbz av-j dt jc n1 cs np1: cc d d r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc po32 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 156
2812 in the exaltation of the Holy Jesus above all the possibilities of worldly glory. in the exaltation of the Holy jesus above all the possibilities of worldly glory. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 156
2813 Upon this account 'tis reasonable and becoming that the Man Christ Jesus should be the Judge. And it is so upon another, viz. Upon this account it's reasonable and becoming that the Man christ jesus should be the Judge. And it is so upon Another, viz. p-acp d n1 pn31|vbz j cc vvg cst dt n1 np1 np1 vmd vbi dt vvb. cc pn31 vbz av p-acp j-jn, n1 (10) sermon (DIV1) 560 Image 156
2814 2. Because He contracted an alliance with our Natures, and experimentally knows and felt the Infirmities of our state. 2. Because He contracted an alliance with our Nature's, and experimentally knows and felt the Infirmities of our state. crd p-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc av-j vvz cc vvd dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 156
2815 If the Supream naked Deity should judge us immediately, we should be confunded and astonished at the Mjaesty of his presence, If the Supreme naked Deity should judge us immediately, we should be confunded and astonished At the Mjaesty of his presence, cs dt j j n1 vmd vvi pno12 av-j, pns12 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 156
2816 & his greatness would make us afraid. & his greatness would make us afraid. cc po31 n1 vmd vvi pno12 j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 156
2817 For who can bear that dazzling Glory? who can stand before a Throne surrounded with incomprehensible Light and Flame? This Glory is therefore allay'd by the interposal of humane nature; For who can bear that dazzling Glory? who can stand before a Throne surrounded with incomprehensible Light and Flame? This Glory is Therefore allayed by the interposal of humane nature; p-acp r-crq vmb vvi d vvg n1? q-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1? d n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 156
2818 and this Light wears a veil upon it to encourage our approaches. and this Light wears a veil upon it to encourage our Approaches. cc d n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi po12 n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 156
2819 Yea, 'tis our Brother, and our Friend that loved us, and dyed for us, who is the man ordain'd to be our Judge. Yea, it's our Brother, and our Friend that loved us, and died for us, who is the man ordained to be our Judge. uh, pn31|vbz po12 n1, cc po12 n1 cst vvn pno12, cc vvd p-acp pno12, r-crq vbz dt n1 vvn pc-acp vbi po12 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 156
2820 He hath the same compassion, as when he wept over an obstinate City, and the same love, as when he bled and dyed for a rebellious World. He hath the same compassion, as when he wept over an obstinate city, and the same love, as when he bled and died for a rebellious World. pns31 vhz dt d n1, c-acp c-crq pns31 vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc dt d n1, c-acp c-crq pns31 vvn cc vvd p-acp dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 156
2821 He knows the strength of our temptations, and the weakness of our natures, and will make abatements for them. He knows the strength of our temptations, and the weakness of our nature's, and will make abatements for them. pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc vmb vvi n2 p-acp pno32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 156
2822 So that the faithful may hearfully appear before his Throne, confessing their sins, and relying upon his Love. So that the faithful may hearfully appear before his Throne, confessing their Sins, and relying upon his Love. av cst dt j vmb av-j vvi p-acp po31 n1, vvg po32 n2, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 156
2823 He that loved us, and was like us, is to take our Accounts. 'Tis our Redeemer is to be our Judge. He that loved us, and was like us, is to take our Accounts. It's our Redeemer is to be our Judge. pns31 cst vvd pno12, cc vbds av-j pno12, vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n2. pn31|vbz po12 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi po12 vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 561 Image 156
2824 Thus may believing Penitents incourage themselves before him, and hold up their heads in that Day of terrours, Thus may believing Penitents encourage themselves before him, and hold up their Heads in that Day of terrors, av vmb vvg n2-jn vvi px32 p-acp pno31, cc vvb a-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 562 Image 156
2825 as much reviv'd by the apprehension of his humanity and meekness; as the wicked will be dejected by the knowledge of his greatness and power. as much revived by the apprehension of his humanity and meekness; as the wicked will be dejected by the knowledge of his greatness and power. c-acp av-d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; c-acp dt j vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 562 Image 156
2826 And for this cause also, 'tis congruous and fit that the Man Christ Jesus should be Judge, And for this cause also, it's congruous and fit that the Man christ jesus should be Judge, cc p-acp d n1 av, pn31|vbz j cc j cst dt n1 np1 np1 vmd vbi n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 563 Image 156
2827 when mankind is at the Bar. when mankind is At the Bar. c-crq n1 vbz p-acp dt np1 (10) sermon (DIV1) 563 Image 156
2828 I Come now to the IV. General to be consider'd — He will judge the World in Righteousness — viz. (1.) By a Rule: Not by unaccountable humour, or arbitrary Will; Not by hidden Decrees, or secret scrowls of Predestination. But by those plain and open Records that are in our Houses, and our Hands; I Come now to the IV. General to be considered — He will judge the World in Righteousness — viz. (1.) By a Rule: Not by unaccountable humour, or arbitrary Will; Not by hidden Decrees, or secret scrowls of Predestination. But by those plain and open Records that Are in our Houses, and our Hands; pns11 vvb av p-acp dt np1 j pc-acp vbi vvn — pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 — n1 (crd) p-acp dt n1: xx p-acp j n1, cc j-jn vmb; xx p-acp j-vvn n2, cc n-jn vvz pp-f n1. cc-acp p-acp d j cc j n2 cst vbr p-acp po12 n2, cc po12 n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 564 Image 156
2829 that are Preached in Publique places, and declar'd in a language we understand. that Are Preached in Public places, and declared in a language we understand. d vbr vvn p-acp j n2, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb. (10) sermon (DIV1) 564 Image 156
2830 The Books shall be opened, Rev. 20. 12. and the Books the Rules of Righteousness, are the Law and the Gospel. The one strictly requires perfect obedience, the other accepts of sincere. The Books shall be opened, Rev. 20. 12. and the Books the Rules of Righteousness, Are the Law and the Gospel. The one strictly requires perfect Obedience, the other accepts of sincere. dt n2 vmb vbi vvn, n1 crd crd cc dt n2 dt n2 pp-f n1, vbr dt n1 cc dt n1. dt crd av-j vvz j n1, dt j-jn vvz pp-f j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 564 Image 156
2831 Now while our actions are tried by the Law, and measured by its Righteousness, our straightest Lines are crooked and uneven, Now while our actions Are tried by the Law, and measured by its Righteousness, our straightest Lines Are crooked and uneven, av cs po12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, po12 js n2 vbr j cc j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 565 Image 156
2832 and our greatest services are very scant and defective. and our greatest services Are very scant and defective. cc po12 js n2 vbr av j cc j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 565 Image 156
2833 The best are like the dust in the Ballance, and the rest are lighter than Vanity. The best Are like the dust in the Balance, and the rest Are lighter than Vanity. dt js vbr j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vbr jc cs n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 565 Image 156
2834 For as Magnifying Glasses betray roughness, and a ragged surface in the best polish'd Marble; For as Magnifying Glasses betray roughness, and a ragged surface in the best polished Marble; p-acp c-acp vvg n2 vvi n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp dt js j-vvn n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 565 Image 156
2835 So this Glass of the Law discovers wrinkles and deformity in the fairest and most even vertue. So this Glass of the Law discovers wrinkles and deformity in the Fairest and most even virtue. av d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz n2 cc n1 p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 565 Image 156
2836 And while mens lives and actions are compared with this Rule, all mankind is distrest, and a cloud hangs upon the brow of the most religious and most innocent. And while men's lives and actions Are compared with this Rule, all mankind is distressed, and a cloud hangs upon the brow of the most religious and most innocent. cc cs ng2 n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, d n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j cc av-ds j-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 565 Image 156
2837 The Law concludes all men under sin, and sin under wrath: So that by this all the world is cast; The Law concludes all men under since, and since under wrath: So that by this all the world is cast; dt n1 vvz d n2 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1: av cst p-acp d d dt n1 vbz vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 565 Image 156
2838 and were happiness to be had upon no other terms, strait would be the Gate indeed, and so narrow the way, that none would find it. and were happiness to be had upon no other terms, strait would be the Gate indeed, and so narrow the Way, that none would find it. cc vbdr n1 pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp dx j-jn n2, j vmd vbi dt n1 av, cc av j dt n1, cst pix vmd vvi pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 565 Image 156
2839 And while no other Book than this is opened, all the Generations of men fall prostrate before the Throne, condemn'd by the Law, and by themselves. And while no other Book than this is opened, all the Generations of men fallen prostrate before the Throne, condemned by the Law, and by themselves. cc cs dx j-jn n1 cs d vbz vvn, d dt n2 pp-f n2 vvb j p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp px32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 565 Image 156
2840 Nothing is to be heard but an universal groan, and the suppliant cry of Mercy, Mercy Lord! When loe! Nothing is to be herd but an universal groan, and the suppliant cry of Mercy, Mercy Lord! When lo! np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, n1 n1! c-crq uh! (10) sermon (DIV1) 565 Image 156
2841 the other Book is opened, and out of it is read Grace and Peace, and multiplyed Pardons to all the followers of the Lamb, who have believ'd in the Crucified Jesus, and testified that Faith by their Repentance, and sincere obedience: the other Book is opened, and out of it is read Grace and Peace, and multiplied Pardons to all the followers of the Lamb, who have believed in the crucified jesus, and testified that Faith by their Repentance, and sincere Obedience: dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn, cc av pp-f pn31 vbz vvn n1 cc n1, cc vvn n2 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp dt vvn np1, cc vvd cst n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 156
2842 But shame and darkness, and new confusions; Death, Horrour, and everlasting Destruction from the presence of God and of his Christ, to all the stubborn rejecters of His Grace, who would not have him to Rule over them, But shame and darkness, and new confusions; Death, Horror, and everlasting Destruction from the presence of God and of his christ, to all the stubborn rejecters of His Grace, who would not have him to Rule over them, cc-acp vvb cc n1, cc j n2; n1, n1, cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f po31 np1, p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vmd xx vhi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (10) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 156
2843 nor accept of His offer'd Salvation. nor accept of His offered Salvation. ccx vvb pp-f po31 j-vvn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 156
2844 These are the Declarations of this Book, and these the measures of that Righteousness whereby we are to be judg'd: These Are the Declarations of this Book, and these the measures of that Righteousness whereby we Are to be judged: d vbr dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f cst n1 c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn: (10) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 156
2845 As the Judge himself hath told us, John 12. 48. The words that he spake, the same shall Judge us in the last day. As the Judge himself hath told us, John 12. 48. The words that he spoke, the same shall Judge us in the last day. c-acp dt n1 px31 vhz vvn pno12, np1 crd crd dt n2 cst pns31 vvd, dt d vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt ord n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 156
2846 And God will judge the secrets of men, saith St. Paul, according to my Gospel, Rom. 2. So that believing Penitents that are not perfect according to the Law of Works, may plead their sincerity, their Faith, Repentance, and new obedience, which is their perfection according to the Law of Pardon: And this will be accepted by the Judge with a gracious Air, And God will judge the secrets of men, Says Saint Paul, according to my Gospel, Rom. 2. So that believing Penitents that Are not perfect according to the Law of Works, may plead their sincerity, their Faith, Repentance, and new Obedience, which is their perfection according to the Law of Pardon: And this will be accepted by the Judge with a gracious Air, cc np1 vmb vvi dt n2-jn pp-f n2, vvz n1 np1, vvg p-acp po11 n1, np1 crd av d vvg n2-jn cst vbr xx j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, vmb vvi po32 n1, po32 n1, n1, cc j n1, r-crq vbz po32 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb: cc d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 156
2847 and the sweet reviving voice of, Well done ye good and faithful Servants. and the sweet reviving voice of, Well done you good and faithful Servants. cc dt j vvg n1 pp-f, av vdn pn22 j cc j n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 156
2848 He invites them to Him with the voice of pity and endearment, and ravisheth their souls with the pleasant sound of Come ye blessed of my Father, Matth. 25. 34. O the Ecstasies that are in that Sentence! He invites them to Him with the voice of pity and endearment, and ravisheth their Souls with the pleasant found of Come you blessed of my Father, Matthew 25. 34. O the Ecstasies that Are in that Sentence! pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vvz po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvb pn22 vvn pp-f po11 n1, np1 crd crd sy dt n2 cst vbr p-acp cst n1! (10) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 156
2849 O the killing harmony of that voice! O the killing harmony of that voice! sy dt vvg n1 pp-f cst n1! (10) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 156
2850 Can a Finite spirit bear such excess? The pleasures of Eternity crouded into a moment: Can a Finite Spirit bear such excess? The pleasures of Eternity crowded into a moment: vmb dt j n1 vvi d n1? dt n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 156
2851 Did unfaln Angels ever know such another? or can there be more transport in ten thousand Hallelujahs? Certainly, the boundless imagination it self cannot form an Idea of that rapture, Did unfallen Angels ever know such Another? or can there be more transport in ten thousand Hallelujahs? Certainly, the boundless imagination it self cannot from an Idea of that rapture, vdd j n2 av vvb d j-jn? cc vmb a-acp vbi av-dc vvi p-acp crd crd n2? av-j, dt j n1 pn31 n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 156
2852 nor the Tongue of a Cherub express it. nor the Tongue of a Cherub express it. ccx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvi pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 566 Image 156
2853 The summ is, The World shall be judg'd in Righteousness, viz. according to a Rule, and not by meer power and will: A Rule! not the strict and severe one of the Law, but the sweet and gracious one of the Gospel; whose Righteousness is Faith, and sincere obedience, which in the Great Day shall be accepted, and gloriously rewarded. The sum is, The World shall be judged in Righteousness, viz. according to a Rule, and not by mere power and will: A Rule! not the strict and severe one of the Law, but the sweet and gracious one of the Gospel; whose Righteousness is Faith, and sincere Obedience, which in the Great Day shall be accepted, and gloriously rewarded. dt n1 vbz, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc xx p-acp j n1 cc vmb: dt n1! xx dt j cc j crd pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j cc j crd pp-f dt n1; rg-crq n1 vbz n1, cc j n1, r-crq p-acp dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc av-j vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 567 Image 156
2854 2. God will judge the World in Righteousness, viz. with impartial equity. To evidence this, let us consider the Judge in the three great qualifications of his WISDOM, JUSTICE, and POWER. 2. God will judge the World in Righteousness, viz. with impartial equity. To evidence this, let us Consider the Judge in the three great qualifications of his WISDOM, JUSTICE, and POWER. crd np1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp j n1. p-acp n1 d, vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt crd j n2 pp-f po31 n1, n1, cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 568 Image 156
2855 1. He is Wise, and cannot be abused by Witnesses, nor mistaken in Law; cannot be imposed on by false allegations, nor cozened by fair pretensions: 1. He is Wise, and cannot be abused by Witnesses, nor mistaken in Law; cannot be imposed on by false allegations, nor cozened by fair pretensions: crd pns31 vbz j, cc vmbx vbi vvn p-acp n2, ccx vvn p-acp n1; vmbx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j n2, ccx vvn p-acp j n2: (10) sermon (DIV1) 569 Image 156
2856 He intimately understands the Fact, and the Cause, and cannot be deceived by malice of enemies, nor subtilty of excuses. He intimately understands the Fact, and the Cause, and cannot be deceived by malice of enemies, nor subtlety of excuses. pns31 av-j vvz dt n1, cc dt vvb, cc vmbx vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n2, ccx n1 pp-f n2. (10) sermon (DIV1) 569 Image 156
2857 2. He is Just, NONLATINALPHABET A pure Mind, without interest, or affection. He cannot be aw'd by greatness, nor sway'd by partiality, and fondness. 2. He is Just, A pure Mind, without Interest, or affection. He cannot be awed by greatness, nor swayed by partiality, and fondness. crd pns31 vbz j, dt j n1, p-acp n1, cc n1. pns31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp n1, ccx vvn p-acp n1, cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 570 Image 156
2858 All mankind are equally distant from Him, and all stand upon a Level before Him. All mankind Are equally distant from Him, and all stand upon a Level before Him. av-d n1 vbr av-jn j p-acp pno31, cc d vvb p-acp dt j-jn p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 570 Image 156
2859 He that beggs in Raggs, and weeps in the Corners of the Streets, shall be heard assoon as the proud Gallant that lives in Luxury, He that begs in Rags, and weeps in the Corners of the Streets, shall be herd As soon as the proud Gallant that lives in Luxury, pns31 cst vvz p-acp n2, cc vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, vmb vbi vvn av p-acp dt j j-jn cst vvz p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 570 Image 156
2860 and Pomp. He that tugg'd at the Oar, assoon as the Commander of Legions: And the poor fellow that follow'd the Plough, shall have as much right done him, and Pomp. He that tugged At the Oar, As soon as the Commander of Legions: And the poor fellow that followed the Plough, shall have as much right done him, cc np1 pns31 cst vvn p-acp dt n1, av c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: cc dt j n1 cst vvd dt vvb, vmb vhi p-acp d n-jn vdn pno31, (10) sermon (DIV1) 570 Image 156
2861 as the mighty that sate upon the Throne. as the mighty that sat upon the Throne. c-acp dt j cst vvd p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 570 Image 156
2862 3. He is powerful. All power is in his hands, both in Heaven and on Earth, Mat. 28. 18. So that he can execute his Sentence without resistance or possibility of rescue. 3. He is powerful. All power is in his hands, both in Heaven and on Earth, Mathew 28. 18. So that he can execute his Sentence without resistance or possibility of rescue. crd pns31 vbz j. av-d n1 vbz p-acp po31 n2, av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, np1 crd crd av cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 571 Image 156
2863 There is no getting out of His reach, who holds the World in the hollow of his Hand. There is no opposing of his power, There is no getting out of His reach, who holds the World in the hollow of his Hand. There is no opposing of his power, pc-acp vbz dx vvg av pp-f po31 vvi, r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn pp-f po31 n1. pc-acp vbz dx vvg pp-f po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 571 Image 156
2864 except we had an Arm like God, and could Thunder like Him. There is no quitting His Dominions, for his Rule, and His Presence are universal. except we had an Arm like God, and could Thunder like Him. There is no quitting His Dominions, for his Rule, and His Presence Are universal. c-acp pns12 vhd dt vvb j np1, cc vmd vvi av-j pno31. pc-acp vbz dx vvg po31 n2, p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n1 vbr j. (10) sermon (DIV1) 571 Image 156
2865 The frozen North, and the farthest South; The frozen North, and the farthest South; dt j-vvn n1, cc dt js n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 571 Image 156
2866 the Desart and the Ocean, are all within the bounds of His Empire, and His Influence. the Desert and the Ocean, Are all within the bounds of His Empire, and His Influence. dt n1 cc dt n1, vbr d p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 571 Image 156
2867 Yea, could we climb up into Heaven, that is His; descend we to the Centre, He is there; or if even as far as Hell, His power reacheth thither also, Psal. 139. 8. Yea, could we climb up into Heaven, that is His; descend we to the Centre, He is there; or if even as Far as Hell, His power reaches thither also, Psalm 139. 8. uh, vmd pns12 vvi a-acp p-acp n1, cst vbz po31; vvb pns12 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz a-acp; cc cs av c-acp av-j c-acp n1, po31 n1 vvz av av, np1 crd crd (10) sermon (DIV1) 571 Image 156
2868 In summ, The Judge cannot be deceiv'd, corrupted, or over-powered, and therefore on this account likewise He will judge the World in Righteousness. In sum, The Judge cannot be deceived, corrupted, or overpowered, and Therefore on this account likewise He will judge the World in Righteousness. p-acp n1, dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn, vvn, cc j, cc av p-acp d n1 av pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 572 Image 156
2869 HAving thus spoken to the main parts of the Text, I descend to enforce all, by some Practical improvement. HAving thus spoken to the main parts of the Text, I descend to enforce all, by Some Practical improvement. vhg av vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi d, p-acp d j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 573 Image 156
2870 If then there be an appointed Day for so universal and righteous a Judgement, by so great and just a Judge, Let us consider, If then there be an appointed Day for so universal and righteous a Judgement, by so great and just a Judge, Let us Consider, cs av pc-acp vbi dt vvn n1 p-acp av j cc j dt n1, p-acp av j cc j dt vvb, vvb pno12 vvi, (10) sermon (DIV1) 574 Image 156
2871 (1.) How passionately, and differently mankind will be concern'd at that time. (1.) How passionately, and differently mankind will be concerned At that time. (crd) c-crq av-j, cc av-j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 575 Image 156
2872 Of this something hath been said before, but I shall now discourse the matter a little further, Of this something hath been said before, but I shall now discourse the matter a little further, pp-f d pi vhz vbn vvn a-acp, cc-acp pns11 vmb av vvi dt n1 dt j av-jc, (10) sermon (DIV1) 575 Image 156
2873 and endeavour to give you some description of the Terrours of the wicked, and the Raptures of the Just at that solemnity: and endeavour to give you Some description of the Terrors of the wicked, and the Raptures of the Just At that solemnity: cc vvb pc-acp vvi pn22 d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc dt n2 pp-f dt j p-acp d n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 575 Image 156
2874 Though all that can be said will be very short of the Passions of that Day. Though all that can be said will be very short of the Passion of that Day. cs d cst vmb vbi vvn vmb vbi av j pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 575 Image 156
2875 And (1.) How will the careless and ungodly world be appall'd and astonish'd at that unlook'd for Summons! And (1.) How will the careless and ungodly world be appalled and astonished At that unlooked for Summons! cc (crd) q-crq vmb dt j cc j n1 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp cst j p-acp n1! (10) sermon (DIV1) 576 Image 156
2876 How will the dark Gentiles, that never heard of such a Day; and the hardened Infidels that heard, but did not believe; How will the dark Gentiles, that never herd of such a Day; and the hardened Infidels that herd, but did not believe; q-crq vmb dt j n2-j, cst av-x vvd pp-f d dt n1; cc dt j-vvn n2 cst vvd, cc-acp vdd xx vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 576 Image 156
2877 and the dissolute spirit that heard, and believ'd but did not consider, how will they tremble and be confounded at the dread preparations of that Day! and the dissolute Spirit that herd, and believed but did not Consider, how will they tremble and be confounded At the dread preparations of that Day! cc dt j n1 cst vvd, cc vvd p-acp vdd xx vvi, q-crq vmb pns32 vvi cc vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1! (10) sermon (DIV1) 576 Image 156
2878 Methinks I see the pale looks, and the shivering motions, the gazing eye and listening ear, the distracted face and trembling hand of the most proud and daring sinner. Methinks I see the pale looks, and the shivering motions, the gazing eye and listening ear, the distracted face and trembling hand of the most proud and daring sinner. vvz pns11 vvb dt j n2, cc dt vvg n2, dt vvg n1 cc vvg n1, dt vvn n1 cc vvg n1 pp-f dt av-ds j cc j-vvg n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 577 Image 156
2879 The Drunkard lets fall his Cup, and the busie worldling stands at gaze, the loud companions are hush'd into silence, The Drunkard lets fallen his Cup, and the busy worldling Stands At gaze, the loud Sodales Are hushed into silence, dt n1 vvb|pno12 vvi po31 n1, cc dt j n1 vvz p-acp n1, dt av-j n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 577 Image 156
2880 and the merry Droll into a careful look. The Atheist hides his head, and the sleepy Sot starts up into anxious wonder. and the merry Droll into a careful look. The Atheist hides his head, and the sleepy Sot starts up into anxious wonder. cc dt j uh p-acp dt j n1. dt n1 vvz po31 n1, cc dt j n1 vvz a-acp p-acp j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 577 Image 156
2881 And after this first amazement, See how the trembling-multitude run distracted up and down, Some into corners to cover, others into companies to consult: And After this First amazement, See how the trembling-multitude run distracted up and down, some into corners to cover, Others into companies to consult: cc p-acp d ord n1, vvb c-crq dt n1 vvb vvn a-acp cc a-acp, d p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi, n2-jn p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi: (10) sermon (DIV1) 578 Image 156
2882 Every man asks his Neighbour, what is to be done? and he again repeats the question to every one that is next unto him: Every man asks his Neighbour, what is to be done? and he again repeats the question to every one that is next unto him: d n1 vvz po31 n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vdn? cc pns31 av vvz dt n1 p-acp d pi cst vbz ord p-acp pno31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 578 Image 156
2883 The Son runs to his amazed Father, who needs the advice his dear child seeks; The Son runs to his amazed Father, who needs the Advice his dear child seeks; dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 po31 j-jn n1 vvz; (10) sermon (DIV1) 578 Image 156
2884 and the Wife clasps about her astonish'd Husband, that is as helpless as his frighted Consort. and the Wife clasps about her astonished Husband, that is as helpless as his frighted Consort. cc dt n1 n2 p-acp pno31 vvn n1, cst vbz a-acp j c-acp po31 j-vvn n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 578 Image 156
2885 The Publican beggs counsel of the Pharisee, and he, poor soul, is as much at a loss as the Reprobate. The Publican begs counsel of the Pharisee, and he, poor soul, is as much At a loss as the Reprobate. dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f dt np1, cc pns31, j n1, vbz p-acp av-d p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 578 Image 156
2886 They all Court the Mountains to cover them, Rev. 6. 16. and shuffle into Caverns to hide from the presence of the Judge. But alas! They all Court the Mountains to cover them, Rev. 6. 16. and shuffle into Caverns to hide from the presence of the Judge. But alas! pns32 d vvb dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, n1 crd crd cc vvi p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. p-acp uh! (10) sermon (DIV1) 579 Image 156
2887 they quickly see the vanity of those naked retreats, and find themselves as much expos'd in the closest Vaults, they quickly see the vanity of those naked retreats, and find themselves as much exposed in the closest Vaults, pns32 av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n2, cc vvi px32 p-acp d vvn p-acp dt js n2, (10) sermon (DIV1) 579 Image 156
2888 as they would be in the body of the Sun. Mountains are but Cobwebb coverings, and Rocks and Earth but a Cypress veil. as they would be in the body of the Sun. Mountains Are but Cobweb coverings, and Rocks and Earth but a Cypress veil. c-acp pns32 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 ng1 vbr p-acp n1 n2-vvg, cc n2 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 579 Image 156
2889 Hills, Caves, and all are His, whom the frighted Fugitives would avoid, and will not, cannot conceal His enemies from His eye, that strikes through the Earth as through a Globe of Crystal. What shall they do then; Hills, Caves, and all Are His, whom the frighted Fugitives would avoid, and will not, cannot conceal His enemies from His eye, that strikes through the Earth as through a Globe of Crystal. What shall they do then; np1, n2, cc d vbr png31, ro-crq dt j-vvn n2-jn vmd vvi, cc vmb xx, vmbx vvb po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, cst vvz p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. q-crq vmb pns32 vdb av; (10) sermon (DIV1) 579 Image 156
2890 whither shall they go? they cannot bear His presence, and they cannot avoid it: whither shall they go? they cannot bear His presence, and they cannot avoid it: q-crq vmb pns32 vvi? pns32 vmbx vvb po31 n1, cc pns32 vmbx vvb pn31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 579 Image 156
2891 the Light kills, and the darkness will not hide. For the darkness is no darkness to this Judge; the Light kills, and the darkness will not hide. For the darkness is no darkness to this Judge; dt j vvz, cc dt n1 vmb xx vvi. p-acp dt n1 vbz dx n1 p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 579 Image 156
2892 The darkness and the day to Him are both alike, Psal. 139. 12. Thus will the wicked be confounded by the coming of the great and terrible Day, The darkness and the day to Him Are both alike, Psalm 139. 12. Thus will the wicked be confounded by the coming of the great and terrible Day, dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pno31 vbr av-d av, np1 crd crd av vmb dt j vbi vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j cc j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 579 Image 156
2893 and most of all those that liv'd under the plain and frequent warnings of it. and most of all those that lived under the plain and frequent Warnings of it. cc ds pp-f d d cst vvd p-acp dt j cc j n2-vvg pp-f pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 580 Image 156
2894 Had they never heard of this solemn time, they would have been astonish'd but not so much affrighted; It would have been their wonder, but not so much their misery. Had they not been told of this great appearance, Had they never herd of this solemn time, they would have been astonished but not so much affrighted; It would have been their wonder, but not so much their misery. Had they not been told of this great appearance, vhd pns32 av vvd pp-f d j n1, pns32 vmd vhi vbn vvn cc-acp xx av d vvn; pn31 vmd vhi vbn po32 vvb, p-acp xx av d po32 n1. vhd pns32 xx vbn vvn pp-f d j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 580 Image 156
2895 and this Judge, they might have look'd on that Majesty without those sad degrees of dread, and this Judge, they might have looked on that Majesty without those sad Degrees of dread, cc d n1, pns32 vmd vhi vvn p-acp cst n1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 580 Image 156
2896 and such mortal shiverings, and hoped for great abatements in consideration of their fatal ignorance: and such Mortal shiverings, and hoped for great abatements in consideration of their fatal ignorance: cc d j-jn n2, cc vvd p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 580 Image 156
2897 But alas, they were told of this Day earnestly, and often. The God of all the World, But alas, they were told of this Day earnestly, and often. The God of all the World, cc-acp uh, pns32 vbdr vvn pp-f d n1 av-j, cc av. dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 580 Image 156
2898 and this Judge of all, acquainted them with this solemnity while 'twas future; and this Judge of all, acquainted them with this solemnity while 'twas future; cc d n1 pp-f d, vvn pno32 p-acp d n1 cs pn31|vbds j-jn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 580 Image 156
2899 And these Preachers that were most infallible, and most urgent, prest the Truth of these things upon their Faith and affections with all evidence and importunity, sutableness of address and accommodation to their Reason and their Interest; And these Preachers that were most infallible, and most urgent, pressed the Truth of these things upon their Faith and affections with all evidence and importunity, suitableness of address and accommodation to their Reason and their Interest; cc d n2 cst vbdr av-ds j, cc av-ds j, vvd dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1, n1 pp-f vvb cc n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc po32 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 580 Image 156
2900 with all the motives of hope and fear, and all the alliciencies and incentives that use to move reasonable nature. with all the motives of hope and Fear, and all the alliciencies and incentives that use to move reasonable nature. p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc d dt n2 cc n2-jn cst vvb pc-acp vvi j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 580 Image 156
2901 They heard, but did not heed, they heeded a little but forgot the next moment; They herd, but did not heed, they heeded a little but forgotten the next moment; pns32 vvd, cc-acp vdd xx n1, pns32 vvd dt j p-acp vvn dt ord n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 580 Image 156
2902 they assented, but slept, they were awakened, but sunk again into a careless slumber; they said they believ'd, but were not concern'd; convinc'd a little, but not perswaded; Perswaded, but not resolv'd; Resolv'd, and presently let out of mind what they had concluded. they assented, but slept, they were awakened, but sunk again into a careless slumber; they said they believed, but were not concerned; convinced a little, but not persuaded; Persuaded, but not resolved; Resolved, and presently let out of mind what they had concluded. pns32 vvd, p-acp vvn, pns32 vbdr vvn, p-acp vvn av p-acp dt j n1; pns32 vvn pns32 vvd, a-acp vbdr xx vvn; vvd dt j, p-acp xx vvn; vvd, p-acp xx vvd; vvn, cc av-j vvb av pp-f n1 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 580 Image 156
2903 And now when the sight of the Judgement Day shall thorowly awaken them to consider those invitations and warnings they had to prepare for it, what inward anguish will they feel at the thoughts of their sottishness and neglects? And methinks I hear the sinner thus inveighing against himself: And now when the sighed of the Judgement Day shall thoroughly awaken them to Consider those invitations and Warnings they had to prepare for it, what inward anguish will they feel At the thoughts of their sottishness and neglects? And methinks I hear the sinner thus inveighing against himself: cc av c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1 vmb av-j vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi d n2 cc n2-vvg pns32 vhd pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, r-crq j n1 vmb pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 cc vvz? np1 vvz pns11 vvb dt n1 av vvg p-acp px31: (10) sermon (DIV1) 581 Image 156
2904 Brutish Soul! Where was thy reason? where was thy Self-love? where were thy reflections? where was thy Providence? couldst thou not look beyond the grates of flesh, Brutish Soul! Where was thy reason? where was thy Self-love? where were thy reflections? where was thy Providence? Couldst thou not look beyond the grates of Flesh, j n1! q-crq vbds po21 n1? q-crq vbds po21 n1? c-crq vbdr po21 n2? q-crq vbds po21 n1? vmd2 pns21 xx vvi p-acp dt vvz pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 582 Image 156
2905 or didst thou see, and wouldst betray me into this danger and this misery? wert thou diverted by greater matters? or hadst thou any thing of more necessity, or concernment to engage thy thoughts? was the sordid flesh a better friend than that triumphant Jesus? or the world an enjoyment like those rewards he will now dispense? were thy pleasures comparable to the joyes of the happy expectants of this Time? or thy little policies of equal moment with the affairs of this day? O how wild and absurd are these questions now! or didst thou see, and Wouldst betray me into this danger and this misery? Wertenberg thou diverted by greater matters? or Hadst thou any thing of more necessity, or concernment to engage thy thoughts? was the sordid Flesh a better friend than that triumphant jesus? or the world an enjoyment like those rewards he will now dispense? were thy pleasures comparable to the Joys of the happy expectants of this Time? or thy little policies of equal moment with the affairs of this day? O how wild and absurd Are these questions now! cc vdd2 pns21 vvi, cc vmd2 vvi pno11 p-acp d n1 cc d n1? vbd2r pns21 vvn p-acp jc n2? cc vhd2 pns21 d n1 pp-f dc n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n2? vbds dt j n1 dt jc n1 cs cst j np1? cc dt n1 dt n1 av-j d n2 pns31 vmb av vvi? vbdr po21 n2 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1? cc po21 j n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1? sy q-crq j cc j vbr d n2 av! (10) sermon (DIV1) 582 Image 156
2906 and why were they not alwayes such in thy esteem? Yea, why didst thou determine on the unreasonable side? what can the fondling flesh, and eht world do for thee? what relish now in those pleasures that are gone out in stenchand shame? What profit in those designs whose objects are vanish'd with thy hopes? O how shall I answer this Judge? what shall I say to the black indictment that lies against me? why did I abuse his love, and why were they not always such in thy esteem? Yea, why didst thou determine on the unreasonable side? what can the fondling Flesh, and eht world do for thee? what relish now in those pleasures that Are gone out in stenchand shame? What profit in those designs whose objects Are vanished with thy hope's? O how shall I answer this Judge? what shall I say to the black indictment that lies against me? why did I abuse his love, cc q-crq vbdr pns32 xx av d p-acp po21 n1? uh, q-crq vdd2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt j n1? q-crq vmb dt n1 n1, cc j n1 vdb p-acp pno21? q-crq n1 av p-acp d n2 cst vbr vvn av p-acp j n1? q-crq n1 p-acp d n2 rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp po21 n2? sy q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d n1? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 cst vvz p-acp pno11? q-crq vdd pns11 vvi po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 582 Image 156
2907 and reject his addresses? disregard his promises, and slight his threatnings? throw off his easie yoke, and reject his Addresses? disregard his promises, and slight his threatenings? throw off his easy yoke, cc vvi po31 n2? n1 po31 n2, cc j po31 n2-vvg? n1 a-acp po31 j n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 582 Image 156
2908 as an intolerable burthen, and choose darkness, death and misery before light, and life, and glory? what can I say to my Judge? what to my self? Cover me shame and blushing; as an intolerable burden, and choose darkness, death and misery before Light, and life, and glory? what can I say to my Judge? what to my self? Cover me shame and blushing; c-acp dt j n1, cc vvi n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp po11 n1? q-crq p-acp po11 n1? vvb pno11 n1 cc j-vvg; (10) sermon (DIV1) 582 Image 156
2909 yea let death hide me, and everlasting darkness cast its covering upon me; But death will not befriend one that hath so sad a reason to seek it; yea let death hide me, and everlasting darkness cast its covering upon me; But death will not befriend one that hath so sad a reason to seek it; uh vvb n1 vvi pno11, cc j n1 vvd po31 n-vvg p-acp pno11; cc-acp n1 vmb xx vvi pi cst vhz av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (10) sermon (DIV1) 583 Image 156
2910 and darkness flies away from yond glorious presence. O the day that I put far from me! and darkness flies away from yond glorious presence. O the day that I put Far from me! cc n1 vvz av p-acp d j n1. sy dt n1 cst pns11 vvd av-j p-acp pno11! (10) sermon (DIV1) 583 Image 156
2911 and the danger that I would not consider! and the danger that I would not Consider! cc dt n1 cst pns11 vmd xx vvi! (10) sermon (DIV1) 583 Image 156
2912 The wrath I have been treasuring up! and the evils that I fear'd, but would not endeavour to avoid! These are come upon me; Mercy is at an end; and pardon is no more; The wrath I have been treasuring up! and the evils that I feared, but would not endeavour to avoid! These Are come upon me; Mercy is At an end; and pardon is no more; dt n1 pns11 vhb vbn vvg a-acp! cc dt n2-jn cst pns11 vvd, cc-acp vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi! d vbr vvn p-acp pno11; n1 vbz p-acp dt n1; cc n1 vbz av-dx av-dc; (10) sermon (DIV1) 583 Image 156
2913 excuses are in vain, and Prayers insignificant; The Judge is just and inexorable, not mov'd by fond pity, nor weak affections; excuses Are in vain, and Prayers insignificant; The Judge is just and inexorable, not moved by found pity, nor weak affections; n2 vbr p-acp j, cc n2 j; dt n1 vbz j cc j, xx vvn p-acp j n1, ccx j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 583 Image 156
2914 He will shew no more favour to those who so long have slighted it; Nor will He have mercy upon them that would have none upon themselves. He will show no more favour to those who so long have slighted it; Nor will He have mercy upon them that would have none upon themselves. pns31 vmb vvi av-dx dc n1 p-acp d r-crq av av-j vhb vvn pn31; ccx vmb pns31 vhb n1 p-acp pno32 cst vmd vhi pix p-acp px32. (10) sermon (DIV1) 583 Image 156
2915 Such reflections of anguish and despair as these, we may suppose the sight of the Great Day will occasion in the wicked, Such reflections of anguish and despair as these, we may suppose the sighed of the Great Day will occasion in the wicked, d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmb n1 p-acp dt j, (10) sermon (DIV1) 584 Image 156
2916 and be the beginnings to them of a sad and intolerable Eternity. and be the beginnings to them of a sad and intolerable Eternity. cc vbb dt n2 p-acp pno32 pp-f dt j cc j n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 584 Image 156
2917 On the other side, (2.) The Transports of the faithful will be unspeakable on that day; On the other side, (2.) The Transports of the faithful will be unspeakable on that day; p-acp dt j-jn n1, (crd) dt vvz pp-f dt j vmb vbi j p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 156
2918 when they shall exchange the doleful tone of How long! how long, O Lord! for the pleasant voice, He is come, He is come. when they shall exchange the doleful tone of How long! how long, Oh Lord! for the pleasant voice, He is come, He is come. c-crq pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f c-crq av-j! c-crq av-j, uh n1! p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 vbz vvn. (10) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 156
2919 See now how the nimble spirits play in the smiling eyes, that languish'd and droop'd before; See now how the nimble spirits play in the smiling eyes, that languished and drooped before; vvb av c-crq dt j n2 vvb p-acp dt j-vvg n2, cst vvd cc vvd a-acp; (10) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 156
2920 And all the lovers of the Holy Jesus awaken into chearfulness and vigour. And all the lovers of the Holy jesus awaken into cheerfulness and vigour. cc d dt n2 pp-f dt j np1 vvi p-acp n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 156
2921 Joy warms the cold and liveless blood, and sends it about with a pleasant thrill through all the channels of its motion; Joy warms the cold and Lifeless blood, and sends it about with a pleasant thrill through all the channels of its motion; n1 vvz dt j-jn cc j n1, cc vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp dt j vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 156
2922 and the enkindled spirit is ready to melt the gross mass that detains it from the adorable object of its love. and the enkindled Spirit is ready to melt the gross mass that detains it from the adorable Object of its love. cc dt vvn n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cst vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 585 Image 156
2923 O my soul! saith the transported admirer, How reasonable was thy Faith; and how unjust were thy Fears? How small were the troubles of thy night, to the pleasures of this day? and how injurious were thy complaints to so glorious an expectation? O blessed tears that end in such triumphs! O pleasant sorrow that ends in rapture! Was it such comfort that our Lord promised to those that mourn? was this the time I did so coldly expect, Oh my soul! Says the transported admirer, How reasonable was thy Faith; and how unjust were thy Fears? How small were the Troubles of thy night, to the pleasures of this day? and how injurious were thy complaints to so glorious an expectation? Oh blessed tears that end in such Triumphos! Oh pleasant sorrow that ends in rapture! Was it such Comfort that our Lord promised to those that mourn? was this the time I did so coldly expect, uh po11 n1! vvz dt vvn n1, c-crq j vbds po21 n1; cc q-crq j vbdr po21 n2? c-crq j vbdr dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1? cc c-crq j vbdr po21 n2 p-acp av j dt n1? uh j-vvn n2 cst vvb p-acp d n2! uh j n1 cst vvz p-acp n1! vbds pn31 d n1 cst po12 n1 vvn p-acp d d vvi? vbds d dt n1 pns11 vdd av av-jn vvb, (10) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 156
2924 and so indifferently regard? Is this the Saviour I loved so little? and was this that Lord I was so careless to obey? Is this He whom the flesh and world tempted me so often to deny; and so indifferently regard? Is this the Saviour I loved so little? and was this that Lord I was so careless to obey? Is this He whom the Flesh and world tempted me so often to deny; cc av av-j vvi? vbz d dt n1 pns11 vvd av av-j? cc vbds d cst n1 pns11 vbds av j pc-acp vvi? vbz d pns31 ro-crq dt n1 cc n1 vvd pno11 av av pc-acp vvi; (10) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 156
2925 and whose interest could do so little with me? Stupid soul! How unworthy art thou of this sight of Glory? and how more unworthy of the favour of this glorious and triumphant Jesus? O the grace that pardons such great defects; and whose Interest could do so little with me? Stupid soul! How unworthy art thou of this sighed of Glory? and how more unworthy of the favour of this glorious and triumphant jesus? O the grace that Pardons such great defects; cc rg-crq n1 vmd vdi av av-j p-acp pno11? j n1! c-crq j vb2r pns21 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1? cc q-crq dc j pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j cc j np1? sy dt n1 cst vvz d j n2; (10) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 156
2926 and thus rewards such mean services! and thus rewards such mean services! cc av vvz d j n2! (10) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 156
2927 O the pleasure of Faith when it comes to be in sight, and the transports of hope that is within the reach of enjoyment! O the pleasure of Faith when it comes to be in sighed, and the transports of hope that is within the reach of enjoyment! sy dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, cc dt vvz pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1! (10) sermon (DIV1) 586 Image 156
2928 Such, and incomprehensibly greater, will be the Ecstasies of the faithful in the day when the Judge shall appear. Such, and incomprehensibly greater, will be the Ecstasies of the faithful in the day when the Judge shall appear. d, cc av-j jc, vmb vbi dt n2 pp-f dt j p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi. (10) sermon (DIV1) 587 Image 156
2929 Let us all then (II.) make it our main care and business to prepare for this time. We are probationers here for another state, Let us all then (II) make it our main care and business to prepare for this time. We Are probationers Here for Another state, vvb pno12 d av (crd) vvb pn31 po12 j n1 cc n1 p-acp vvb p-acp d n1. pns12 vbr n2 av p-acp j-jn n1, (10) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 156
2930 and the Day of Judgement is the great Time of Trial for it. As we are found then, our condition will be for ever; and the Day of Judgement is the great Time of Trial for it. As we Are found then, our condition will be for ever; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31. c-acp pns12 vbr vvn av, po12 n1 vmb vbi p-acp av; (10) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 156
2931 And according as our actions have been, the Sentence will pass, either to everlasting Joyes, or endless Woe: And according as our actions have been, the Sentence will pass, either to everlasting Joys, or endless Woe: cc vvg p-acp po12 n2 vhb vbn, dt n1 vmb vvi, av-d p-acp j n2, cc j n1: (10) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 156
2932 What remains then, but that we look on this as our great and most necessary work; What remains then, but that we look on this as our great and most necessary work; q-crq vvz av, cc-acp cst pns12 vvb p-acp d c-acp po12 j cc av-ds j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 156
2933 That we have the future Judgement alwayes in our eye and thoughts; That we study the Laws whereby we are to be judged; That we have the future Judgement always in our eye and thoughts; That we study the Laws whereby we Are to be judged; d pns12 vhb dt j-jn n1 av p-acp po12 n1 cc n2; cst pns12 vvi dt n2 c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn; (10) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 156
2934 That we frequently judge our selves before; and that we square our actions by the directions and example of the Judge. That we frequently judge our selves before; and that we square our actions by the directions and Exampl of the Judge. cst pns12 av-j vvb po12 n2 a-acp; cc d pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 156
2935 And if we thus prepare, That Day which will be so dreadful to the wicked, will be the most joyful one to us that we ever saw, And if we thus prepare, That Day which will be so dreadful to the wicked, will be the most joyful one to us that we ever saw, cc cs pns12 av vvb, cst n1 r-crq vmb vbi av j p-acp dt j, vmb vbi dt av-ds j pi p-acp pno12 cst pns12 av vvd, (10) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 156
2936 and the beginning of an everlasting Day of Joy, that hath no night of sorrow to succeed it. and the beginning of an everlasting Day of Joy, that hath no night of sorrow to succeed it. cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst vhz dx n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (10) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 156
2937 For at the conclusion of the Judgement we shall pass with the Judge to those Regions of Bliss and Triumph, where we are to dwell with him to eternal Ages, singing Hallelujahs to God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost; For At the conclusion of the Judgement we shall pass with the Judge to those Regions of Bliss and Triumph, where we Are to dwell with him to Eternal Ages, singing Hallelujahs to God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost; p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp j n2, vvg n2 p-acp np1 dt n1, n1, cc j n1; (10) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 156
2938 To whom are due from us, and all creatures, all Glory, Honour, Praise and Adoration, henceforth and for ever. Amen. To whom Are due from us, and all creatures, all Glory, Honour, Praise and Adoration, henceforth and for ever. Amen. p-acp ro-crq vbr j-jn p-acp pno12, cc d n2, d n1, n1, vvb cc n1, av cc p-acp av. uh-n. (10) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 156
2939 SERMON IX. JONAH III. 5. So the people of Nineveh believed God, and proclaimed a Fast, and put on Sackcloth, from the greatest of them even to the least of them. SERMON IX. JONAH III. 5. So the people of Nineveh believed God, and proclaimed a Fast, and put on sackcloth, from the greatest of them even to the least of them. n1 crd. np1 np1. crd np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd np1, cc vvd dt j, cc vvd p-acp n1, p-acp dt js pp-f pno32 av p-acp dt ds pp-f pno32. (11) sermon (DIV1) 588 Image 173
2940 NIneveh, the ancient and famous City of Assyria, was founded by Nimrod, the mighty Hunter, and supposed first Monarch of the Earth; Nineveh, the ancient and famous city of Assyria, was founded by Nimrod, the mighty Hunter, and supposed First Monarch of the Earth; np1, dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, vbds vvn p-acp np1, dt j n1, cc vvd ord n1 pp-f dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 173
2941 it had its name from Ninus, who compleated it, and was the third of that Empire. it had its name from Ninus, who completed it, and was the third of that Empire. pn31 vhd po31 n1 p-acp crd, r-crq vvd pn31, cc vbds dt ord pp-f d n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 173
2942 Where its particular place was, is not, at this day, certainly known; Where its particular place was, is not, At this day, Certainly known; c-crq po31 j n1 vbds, vbz xx, p-acp d n1, av-j vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 173
2943 but this is certain, it was a great City, of three days journey, saith the Sacred History, Jonah 1. And, but this is certain, it was a great city, of three days journey, Says the Sacred History, Jonah 1. And, cc-acp d vbz j, pn31 vbds dt j n1, pp-f crd n2 n1, vvz dt j n1, np1 crd np1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 173
2944 as was the extent, such were the sins of it; as was the extent, such were the Sins of it; c-acp vbds dt n1, d vbdr dt n2 pp-f pn31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 173
2945 all great Cities abound in vice, but (it seems) the wickedness of this was notorious, it made a cry, all great Cities abound in vice, but (it seems) the wickedness of this was notorious, it made a cry, d j n2 vvb p-acp n1, cc-acp (pn31 vvz) dt n1 pp-f d vbds j, pn31 vvd dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 173
2946 and that cry came up before God to call for deserved vengeance on their heads! and that cry Come up before God to call for deserved vengeance on their Heads! cc d n1 vvd a-acp p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-vvn n1 p-acp po32 n2! (11) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 173
2947 but he that is slow to wrath, and doth not willingly afflict the children of men, resolves to warn before he strikes, but he that is slow to wrath, and does not willingly afflict the children of men, resolves to warn before he strikes, cc-acp pns31 cst vbz j p-acp n1, cc vdz xx av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, vvz pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vvz, (11) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 173
2948 and therefore sends Jonah, a Prophet of Israel, to foretel their approaching Ruine; and Therefore sends Jonah, a Prophet of Israel, to foretell their approaching Ruin; cc av vvz np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi po32 j-vvg n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 173
2949 He (considering the ungratefulness of the Message, and doubting what Entertainment he was like to have from a proud, He (considering the ungratefulness of the Message, and doubting what Entertainment he was like to have from a proud, pns31 (vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvg r-crq n1 pns31 vbds j pc-acp vhi p-acp dt j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 173
2950 and (as he might think) an obdurate City) diverts another way, and flees toward Tarshish; but the judgement of God overtook him, and (as he might think) an obdurate city) diverts Another Way, and flees towards Tarshish; but the judgement of God overtook him, cc (c-acp pns31 vmd vvi) dt j n1) vvz j-jn n1, cc vvz p-acp np1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 173
2951 and plunged him into the Deep, where a Fish prepared, swallowed the Prophet, who having been three days in that Belly of Hell was by Miracle discharg'd upon the Shoar: and plunged him into the Deep, where a Fish prepared, swallowed the Prophet, who having been three days in that Belly of Hell was by Miracle discharged upon the Shore: cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt j-jn, c-crq dt n1 vvd, vvd dt n1, r-crq vhg vbn crd n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vbds p-acp n1 vvn p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 173
2952 and then the former Commission being renewed, he was not disobedient to the Heavenly voice, and then the former Commission being renewed, he was not disobedient to the Heavenly voice, cc av dt j n1 vbg vvn, pns31 vbds xx j p-acp dt j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 173
2953 but went to Nineveh, cryed against it, and the Event was beyond all expectation, and extremely contrary to his own; for, but went to Nineveh, cried against it, and the Event was beyond all expectation, and extremely contrary to his own; for, cc-acp vvd p-acp np1, vvd p-acp pn31, cc dt n1 vbds p-acp d n1, cc av-jn vvi p-acp po31 d; p-acp, (11) sermon (DIV1) 589 Image 173
2954 [ The people of Nineveh believed God, and proclaimed a Fast, and put on Sack-cloth from the greatest of them to the least of them. ] [ The people of Nineveh believed God, and proclaimed a Fast, and put on sackcloth from the greatest of them to the least of them. ] [ dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd np1, cc vvd dt j, cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt js pp-f pno32 p-acp dt ds pp-f pno32. ] (11) sermon (DIV1) 590 Image 173
2955 Very different was this Success from what other Messengers of God, Patriarchs and Prophets, and holy men of ancient, and later times, have had: Very different was this Success from what other Messengers of God, Patriarchs and prophets, and holy men of ancient, and later times, have had: av j vbds d n1 p-acp r-crq j-jn n2 pp-f np1, n2 cc n2, cc j n2 pp-f j, cc jc n2, vhb vhn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 173
2956 Noah was a Preacher of Righteousness, and preached many years, while the Ark was in preparing, Noah was a Preacher of Righteousness, and preached many Years, while the Ark was in preparing, np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd d n2, cs dt n1 vbds p-acp vvg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 173
2957 but they were disobedient in the days of Noah, and went on in their sins, till the Flood came, but they were disobedient in the days of Noah, and went on in their Sins, till the Flood Come, cc-acp pns32 vbdr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvd a-acp p-acp po32 n2, c-acp dt n1 vvd, (11) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 173
2958 and swept away that world of the ungodly. and swept away that world of the ungodly. cc vvd av d n1 pp-f dt j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 173
2959 The Prophets were earnest, and importunate, they cryed aloud, spared not, and God by them stretched out his hand all day long, The prophets were earnest, and importunate, they cried aloud, spared not, and God by them stretched out his hand all day long, dt n2 vbdr j, cc j, pns32 vvd av, vvd xx, cc np1 p-acp pno32 vvd av po31 n1 d n1 av-j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 173
2960 and yet they were a disobedient and a gain-saying people, and gave them reason to complain, Who hath believed our report, and yet they were a disobedient and a gainsaying people, and gave them reason to complain, Who hath believed our report, cc av pns32 vbdr dt j cc dt j n1, cc vvd pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi, r-crq vhz vvn po12 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 173
2961 or to whom hath the Arm of the Lord been revealed? The Holy Jesus himself, who was greater than Jonah, than any of the Prophets, than all; or to whom hath the Arm of the Lord been revealed? The Holy jesus himself, who was greater than Jonah, than any of the prophets, than all; cc p-acp ro-crq vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbn vvn? dt j np1 px31, r-crq vbds jc cs np1, cs d pp-f dt n2, cs d; (11) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 173
2962 the Brightness of his Fathers Glory, and the express Image of his person, who did, the Brightness of his Father's Glory, and the express Image of his person, who did, dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vdd, (11) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 173
2963 as never man did, spake, as never man spake, even he came unto his own, and they received him not! as never man did, spoke, as never man spoke, even he Come unto his own, and they received him not! c-acp av-x n1 vdd, vvd, c-acp av-x n1 vvd, av pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d, cc pns32 vvd pno31 xx! (11) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 173
2964 they many of them believed not his words, nor would they abide his Counsel, but gave him occasion to lament their hardness with tears of compassion, they many of them believed not his words, nor would they abide his Counsel, but gave him occasion to lament their hardness with tears of compassion, pns32 d pp-f pno32 vvd xx po31 n2, ccx vmd pns32 vvi po31 n1, cc-acp vvd pno31 n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 173
2965 when he drew near the City, he beheld, and wept over it, saying, If thou hadst known, when he drew near the city, he beheld, and wept over it, saying, If thou Hadst known, c-crq pns31 vvd av-j dt n1, pns31 vvd, cc vvd p-acp pn31, vvg, cs pns21 vhd2 vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 173
2966 even thou in this thy day, the things that belong to thy peace! even thou in this thy day, the things that belong to thy peace! av pns21 p-acp d po21 n1, dt n2 cst vvb p-acp po21 n1! (11) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 173
2967 and then grief and tenderness breaks off the sentence, they would not know the things belonging to their peace, and then grief and tenderness breaks off the sentence, they would not know the things belonging to their peace, cc av n1 cc n1 vvz a-acp dt n1, pns32 vmd xx vvb dt n2 vvg p-acp po32 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 173
2968 though the Prince of Peace was the Preacher of them: and therefore elsewhere he passionately expostulated with them upon the score of the same perverseness, though the Prince of Peace was the Preacher of them: and Therefore elsewhere he passionately expostulated with them upon the score of the same perverseness, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f pno32: cc av av pns31 av-j vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 591 Image 173
2969 O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the Prophets, and stonest them that were sent unto thee, Oh Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that Killest the prophets, and Stonest them that were sent unto thee, uh np1, np1, pns21 cst vv2 dt n2, cc js-jn pno32 cst vbdr vvn p-acp pno21, (11) sermon (DIV1) 592 Image 173
2970 how often would I have gathered thee, as an Hen gathereth her Chickens under her Wings, how often would I have gathered thee, as an Hen gathereth her Chickens under her Wings, c-crq av vmd pns11 vhi vvn pno21, c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 592 Image 173
2971 and ye would not? The Son of God himself could not prevail upon a City, to which he made his frequent and earnest addresses; and you would not? The Son of God himself could not prevail upon a city, to which he made his frequent and earnest Addresses; cc pn22 vmd xx? dt n1 pp-f np1 px31 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd po31 j cc j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 592 Image 173
2972 all he could do by the Methods of his Graces was to bewail their obstinacy, resolved impenitency, and unbelief: all he could do by the Methods of his Graces was to bewail their obstinacy, resolved impenitency, and unbelief: d pns31 vmd vdi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 vbds pc-acp vvi po32 n1, vvd n1, cc n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 592 Image 173
2973 But Jonah succeeds on one, as wicked, and much greater, in the very first attempt he makes on it, v. 4. And Jonah began to enter into the City a days journey, But Jonah succeeds on one, as wicked, and much greater, in the very First attempt he makes on it, v. 4. And Jonah began to enter into the city a days journey, cc-acp np1 vvz p-acp crd, c-acp j, cc d jc, p-acp dt av ord n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pn31, n1 crd cc np1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 dt n2 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 592 Image 173
2974 and he cryed, and said, yet forty days and Nineveh shall be destroyed: and the very next words are those of my Text, and he cried, and said, yet forty days and Nineveh shall be destroyed: and the very next words Are those of my Text, cc pns31 vvd, cc vvd, av crd n2 cc np1 vmb vbi vvn: cc dt av ord n2 vbr d pp-f po11 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 592 Image 173
2975 [ So the people of Nineveh believed God, and proclaimed a Fast, and put on Sack-cloth, from the greatest of them, to the least of them, &c. ] [ So the people of Nineveh believed God, and proclaimed a Fast, and put on sackcloth, from the greatest of them, to the least of them, etc. ] [ av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd np1, cc vvd dt j, cc vvd p-acp n1, p-acp dt js pp-f pno32, p-acp dt ds pp-f pno32, av ] (11) sermon (DIV1) 593 Image 173
2976 In discoursing of this wonderful change, and conversion of the Ninevites, I shall, (1.) Consider their sins: and, In discoursing of this wondered change, and conversion of the Ninevites, I shall, (1.) Consider their Sins: and, p-acp vvg pp-f d j n1, cc n1 pp-f dt np2, pns11 vmb, (crd) np1 po32 n2: cc, (11) sermon (DIV1) 594 Image 173
2977 (2.) Their Reformation, in the two main parts of it; (2.) Their Reformation, in the two main parts of it; (crd) po32 n1, p-acp dt crd j n2 pp-f pn31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 596 Image 173
2978 Their Faith, [ They believed God. ] Their Repentance, exprest by [ Fasting, prayer, and turning from evil ways. ] And, Their Faith, [ They believed God. ] Their Repentance, expressed by [ Fasting, prayer, and turning from evil ways. ] And, po32 n1, [ pns32 vvd np1. ] po32 n1, vvn p-acp [ n-vvg, n1, cc vvg p-acp j-jn n2. ] cc, (11) sermon (DIV1) 596 Image 173
2979 (3.) The universality of both, [ From the greatest of them to the least of them. ] And, (3.) The universality of both, [ From the greatest of them to the least of them. ] And, (crd) dt n1 pp-f d, [ p-acp dt js pp-f pno32 p-acp dt ds pp-f pno32. ] cc, (11) sermon (DIV1) 597 Image 173
2980 As I go, shall humbly compare their Circumstances with our own, and consider what duties are suggested to us by that comparison. I begin, As I go, shall humbly compare their circumstances with our own, and Consider what duties Are suggested to us by that comparison. I begin, c-acp pns11 vvb, vmb av-j vvi po32 n2 p-acp po12 d, cc vvb r-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1. pns11 vvb, (11) sermon (DIV1) 598 Image 173
2981 (1.) With their Sins; (1.) With their Sins; (crd) p-acp po32 n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 599 Image 173
2982 those were great, and the cry of them was loud, Their wickedness is come up before me, Chap. 1. 2. What their sins were in particular we are not told, those were great, and the cry of them was loud, Their wickedness is come up before me, Chap. 1. 2. What their Sins were in particular we Are not told, d vbdr j, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbds j, po32 n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno11, np1 crd crd q-crq po32 n2 vbdr p-acp j pns12 vbr xx vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 599 Image 173
2983 but from the circumstances, and the severity of the judgement threatned, we may conclude they were very grievous; but from the Circumstances, and the severity of the judgement threatened, we may conclude they were very grievous; cc-acp p-acp dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd, pns12 vmb vvi pns32 vbdr av j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 599 Image 173
2984 St. Paul tell us, that at the times of Ignorance God winked [ NONLATINALPHABET, ] He over-lookt, in comparison, he made abatements, Saint Paul tell us, that At the times of Ignorance God winked [, ] He overlooked, in comparison, he made abatements, n1 np1 vvb pno12, cst p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 np1 vvd [, ] pns31 j, p-acp n1, pns31 vvd n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 599 Image 173
2985 and had respect to their frailties; He considers our Frame, our Impotency, and Temptations, and is not so severe in judging, and had respect to their frailties; He considers our Frame, our Impotency, and Temptations, and is not so severe in judging, cc vhd n1 p-acp po32 n2; pns31 vvz po12 n1, po12 n1, cc n2, cc vbz xx av j p-acp vvg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 599 Image 173
2986 and punishing men under those circumstances of disadvantage: and punishing men under those Circumstances of disadvantage: cc vvg n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 599 Image 173
2987 According to the same Scheme of Speech, our Saviour speaks, If I had not done the works that no man ever did, they had had no sin: (viz. ) theirs had not been so great, not such in comparison. According to the same Scheme of Speech, our Saviour speaks, If I had not done the works that no man ever did, they had had no since: (viz.) theirs had not been so great, not such in comparison. vvg p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1, po12 n1 vvz, cs pns11 vhd xx vdn dt n2 cst dx n1 av vdd, pns32 vhd vhn dx n1: (n1) png32 vhn xx vbn av j, xx d p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 599 Image 173
2988 But now, notwithstanding the allowances the divine goodness makes for a state of Ignorance, and consequent Infirmity, the sins of these Ninevites were such as called for the severest judgements, even desolation [ Destruction ] — Nineveh shall be destroyed. But now, notwithstanding the allowances the divine Goodness makes for a state of Ignorance, and consequent Infirmity, the Sins of these Ninevites were such as called for the Severest Judgments, even desolation [ Destruction ] — Nineveh shall be destroyed. p-acp av, c-acp dt n2 dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1, dt n2 pp-f d np1 vbdr d c-acp vvn p-acp dt js n2, av n1 [ n1 ] — np1 vmb vbi vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 599 Image 173
2989 What this destruction was in particular, whether Fire from Heaven, such as destroyed Sodom and Gomorrha; or an Inundation of waters, such as had over-whelmed divers Cities and Countreys; What this destruction was in particular, whither Fire from Heaven, such as destroyed Sodom and Gomorrha; or an Inundation of waters, such as had overwhelmed diverse Cities and Countries'; q-crq d n1 vbds p-acp j, cs n1 p-acp n1, d c-acp vvn np1 cc np1; cc dt n1 pp-f n2, d c-acp vhd j j n2 cc ng2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 600 Image 173
2990 whether an Earth-quake, such as swallowed Corah and his company; whither an Earthquake, such as swallowed Corah and his company; cs dt n1, d c-acp vvn np1 cc po31 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 600 Image 173
2991 a sudden surprize of Foreign Enemies, such as that of the Barbarous Nations among the Romans; or of the Europeans on the Americans; or else any unexpected violent commotion among themselves, by Massacre, or Rebellion; a sudden surprise of Foreign Enemies, such as that of the Barbarous nations among the Romans; or of the Europeans on the Americans; or Else any unexpected violent commotion among themselves, by Massacre, or Rebellion; dt j vvi pp-f j n2, d c-acp d pp-f dt j n2 p-acp dt np1; cc pp-f dt np1 p-acp dt np1; cc av d j j n1 p-acp px32, p-acp n1, cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 600 Image 173
2992 whether to be extraordinary and miraculous, or in a plain and visible course; whither to be extraordinary and miraculous, or in a plain and visible course; cs pc-acp vbi j cc j, cc p-acp dt j cc j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 600 Image 173
2993 which of these it was, whether any of them in particular, we are not told, only destruction is threatned: which of these it was, whither any of them in particular, we Are not told, only destruction is threatened: r-crq pp-f d pn31 vbds, cs d pp-f pno32 p-acp j, pns12 vbr xx vvn, j n1 vbz vvn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 600 Image 173
2994 Things were come to a sad issue with them, their sins were full, and ripe for vengeance. Things were come to a sad issue with them, their Sins were full, and ripe for vengeance. n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno32, po32 n2 vbdr j, cc j p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 600 Image 173
2995 Let us now, in the Name and Fear of God, humbly compare this with our own case. Let us now, in the Name and fear of God, humbly compare this with our own case. vvb pno12 av, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, av-j vvi d p-acp po12 d n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 601 Image 173
2996 Our sins also are very great, great as theirs in their Nature, and Quality, in their circumstances and aggravations much greater and more heinous: Our Sins also Are very great, great as theirs in their Nature, and Quality, in their Circumstances and aggravations much greater and more heinous: po12 n2 av vbr av j, j c-acp png32 p-acp po32 n1, cc n1, p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 av-d jc cc av-dc j: (11) sermon (DIV1) 602 Image 173
2997 Blasphemy, Prophane Swearing, Perjury, Luxury, Uncleanness, Drunkenness, Disobedience, Murder, Treason, Violence, Oppression, all the deadly sins, whatever is contrary to found Religion, and true Doctrine, Reign, Triumph, brave the Sun, are fashionable, almost creditable! Blasphemy, Profane Swearing, Perjury, Luxury, Uncleanness, drunkenness, Disobedience, Murder, Treason, Violence, Oppression, all the deadly Sins, whatever is contrary to found Religion, and true Doctrine, Reign, Triumph, brave the Sun, Are fashionable, almost creditable! n1, j vvg, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, d dt j n2, r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp j-vvn n1, cc j n1, vvi, n1, vvb dt n1, vbr j, av j! (11) sermon (DIV1) 602 Image 173
2998 Fear and Shame, all the Restraints are gone; men make a mock of sin, glory in it, are ashamed of nothing: But Virtue, Sobriety, Religion; fear and Shame, all the Restraints Are gone; men make a mock of since, glory in it, Are ashamed of nothing: But Virtue, Sobriety, Religion; n1 cc n1, d dt n2 vbr vvn; n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 p-acp pn31, vbr j pp-f pix: cc-acp n1, n1, n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 602 Image 173
2999 Religion, matter of the best, highest, truest honour, despis'd, buffoon'd, exposed as ridiculous! Religion, matter of the best, highest, Truest honour, despised, buffooned, exposed as ridiculous! n1, n1 pp-f dt js, js, js n1, vvn, vvd, vvn p-acp j! (11) sermon (DIV1) 602 Image 173
3000 Atheism, the greater, the less, formerly hid its head, the Fool of old said only in his heart, there is no God: Atheism, the greater, the less, formerly hid its head, the Fool of old said only in his heart, there is no God: n1, dt jc, dt av-dc, av-j vvd po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f j vvd av-j p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 603 Image 173
3001 but now it appears openly, and boldly claims the reputation of wit, the only wit, and good sense; but now it appears openly, and boldly claims the reputation of wit, the only wit, and good sense; p-acp av pn31 vvz av-j, cc av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1, cc j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 603 Image 173
3002 men like not to retain God in their knowledge, but dispute his Being, Attributes, Providence, men like not to retain God in their knowledge, but dispute his Being, Attributes, Providence, n2 vvb xx pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp vvb po31 vbg, n2, n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 603 Image 173
3003 and you are beholding to them, if they do not bluntly tell you, There is no such thing, and you Are beholding to them, if they do not bluntly tell you, There is no such thing, cc pn22 vbr vvg p-acp pno32, cs pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi pn22, pc-acp vbz dx d n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 603 Image 173
3004 or do not say (at least) with those in the Psalmist, Tush, God seeth not, he careth not, is there knowledge in the most high? Such we are, or do not say (At least) with those in the Psalmist, Tush, God sees not, he Careth not, is there knowledge in the most high? Such we Are, cc vdb xx vvi (p-acp ds) p-acp d p-acp dt n1, uh, np1 vvz xx, pns31 vvz xx, vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp dt av-ds j? d pns12 vbr, (11) sermon (DIV1) 603 Image 173
3005 and thus do, after Miracles of Mercies, and of Judgements; after mighty Calamities, and equal Deliverances; and thus do, After Miracles of mercies, and of Judgments; After mighty Calamities, and equal Deliverances; cc av vdb, c-acp n2 pp-f n2, cc pp-f n2; p-acp j n2, cc j-jn n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 603 Image 173
3006 frequent warnings, and Importunate Calls to Repentance! frequent Warnings, and Importunate Calls to Repentance! j n2, cc j vvz p-acp n1! (11) sermon (DIV1) 603 Image 173
3007 And now, we have not indeed any immediate extraordinary Prophet, particularly sent to thunder against us, And now, we have not indeed any immediate extraordinary Prophet, particularly sent to thunder against us, cc av, pns12 vhb xx av d j j n1, av-j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, (11) sermon (DIV1) 604 Image 173
3008 but we have the warning of Moses and all the Prophets, of Christ, his Apostles, and Ministers of all sorts; but we have the warning of Moses and all the prophets, of christ, his Apostles, and Ministers of all sorts; cc-acp pns12 vhb dt n-vvg pp-f np1 cc d dt n2, pp-f np1, po31 n2, cc n2 pp-f d n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 604 Image 173
3009 besides all which, the Providence of God, and the Circumstances of our affairs, and all things about us call loudly, that we should prepare our selves to meet the Lord coming to reckon with us; but, alas! beside all which, the Providence of God, and the circumstances of our affairs, and all things about us call loudly, that we should prepare our selves to meet the Lord coming to reckon with us; but, alas! p-acp d r-crq, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, cc d n2 p-acp pno12 vvi av-j, cst pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12; cc-acp, uh! (11) sermon (DIV1) 604 Image 173
3010 how shall we do this? Strength is weakness, Policy is Folly, and Infatuation; when he is angry, his power is not to be resisted. how shall we do this? Strength is weakness, Policy is Folly, and Infatuation; when he is angry, his power is not to be resisted. q-crq vmb pns12 vdi d? n1 vbz n1, n1 vbz n1, cc n1; c-crq pns31 vbz j, po31 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 604 Image 173
3011 Hast thou an Arm like God, or canst thou Thunder like him? Job. His presence is not to be avoided. Hast thou an Arm like God, or Canst thou Thunder like him? Job. His presence is not to be avoided. vh2 pns21 dt n1 av-j np1, cc vm2 pns21 vvi av-j pno31? np1. po31 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 604 Image 173
3012 Whither shall I flee from thy Spirit? Ps. What shall we do then? must we sit down in despondency, in despair of Mercy? is there no Remedy, no way? Blessed be God, there is one; Whither shall I flee from thy Spirit? Ps. What shall we do then? must we fit down in despondency, in despair of Mercy? is there no Remedy, no Way? Blessed be God, there is one; q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp po21 n1? np1 q-crq vmb pns12 vdi av? vmb pns12 vvi a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1? vbz pc-acp dx n1, dx n1? j-vvn vbb np1, pc-acp vbz pi; (11) sermon (DIV1) 604 Image 173
3013 the same that was taken by the poor Ninevites, who did not summon their armed Forces, the same that was taken by the poor Ninevites, who did not summon their armed Forces, dt d cst vbds vvn p-acp dt j np2, r-crq vdd xx vvi po32 j-vvn n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 604 Image 173
3014 nor put their wits upon the Rack for Stratagem, and Counsel, for publick Safety, (means that may be used, nor put their wits upon the Rack for Stratagem, and Counsel, for public Safety, (means that may be used, ccx vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc n1, p-acp j n1, (n2 cst vmb vbi vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 604 Image 173
3015 and ought, in their place.) No, they lookt on the Evil threatned, as from the Lord, with whom there was no contending, against whom there was no contriving, and ought, in their place.) No, they looked on the Evil threatened, as from the Lord, with whom there was no contending, against whom there was no contriving, cc vmd, p-acp po32 n1.) uh-dx, pns32 vvd p-acp dt n-jn vvd, c-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbds dx vvg, p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbds dx n-vvg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 604 Image 173
3016 and applyed themselves to appease the offended Majesty; and they took the right course to do it; and applied themselves to appease the offended Majesty; and they took the right course to do it; cc vvd px32 pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1; cc pns32 vvd dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vdi pn31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 604 Image 173
3017 for [ They Believed God, &c. ] This was, (2.) Their Reformation; the second thing I was to speak of: in which I consider, for [ They Believed God, etc. ] This was, (2.) Their Reformation; the second thing I was to speak of: in which I Consider, c-acp [ pns32 vvd np1, av ] d vbds, (crd) po32 n1; dt ord n1 pns11 vbds pc-acp vvi pp-f: p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb, (11) sermon (DIV1) 604 Image 173
3018 First, their Faith, [ They believed God, ] his Being, Attributes, Providence, Love of Virtue, Hatred of Vice; First, their Faith, [ They believed God, ] his Being, Attributes, Providence, Love of Virtue, Hatred of Vice; ord, po32 n1, [ pns32 vvd np1, ] po31 vbg, n2, n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3019 and that the way to appease him when he was angry was by the use of Prayer, Fasting, and turning from evil ways. and that the Way to appease him when he was angry was by the use of Prayer, Fasting, and turning from evil ways. cc cst dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vbds j vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg, cc vvg p-acp j-jn n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3020 These they understood without a Prophet, and believed before the preaching of Jonah. God hath conveyed some main knowledge of himself to all his world, These they understood without a Prophet, and believed before the preaching of Jonah. God hath conveyed Some main knowledge of himself to all his world, np1 pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vvd p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1. np1 vhz vvn d j n1 pp-f px31 p-acp d po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3021 and hath not any where left himself without a Witness, his Laws are written upon the hearts of men, and hath not any where left himself without a Witness, his Laws Are written upon the hearts of men, cc vhz xx d q-crq vvd px31 p-acp dt n1, po31 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3022 and all of those we call most Heathen. Rom. 2. What is to be known of God, is manifest. and all of those we call most Heathen. Rom. 2. What is to be known of God, is manifest. cc d pp-f d pns12 vvb ds j-jn. np1 crd q-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1, vbz j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3023 Chapter the first of the same Epistle, all the World is his, the Souls of men especially so, of his Family, his Off-spring (as it were) Bone of his Bone, Flesh of his Flesh, Chapter the First of the same Epistle, all the World is his, the Souls of men especially so, of his Family, his Offspring (as it were) Bone of his Bone, Flesh of his Flesh, n1 dt ord pp-f dt d n1, d dt n1 vbz png31, dt n2 pp-f n2 av-j av, pp-f po31 n1, po31 n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 pp-f po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3024 and he provides for his own, they are worse than Infidels that do not. He takes care for Oxen, for Sparrows, for Lillies; and he provides for his own, they Are Worse than Infidels that do not. He Takes care for Oxen, for Sparrows, for Lilies; cc pns31 vvz p-acp po31 d, pns32 vbr av-jc cs n2 cst vdb xx. pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n2, c-acp n2, c-acp n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3025 much more then for the Souls of his Reasonable Creatures; much more then for the Souls of his Reasonable Creatures; av-d av-dc cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3026 the very hairs of our Heads are numbred, certainly then the Souls of men are every one considered, every one, some way or other, provided for. the very hairs of our Heads Are numbered, Certainly then the Souls of men Are every one considered, every one, Some Way or other, provided for. dt j n2 pp-f po12 n2 vbr vvn, av-j av dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr d pi vvd, d pi, d n1 cc n-jn, vvn p-acp. (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3027 The Summ is, God hath dispersed some Light, some glimmerings (at least) of Light and Truth among universal Mankind; The Sum is, God hath dispersed Some Light, Some glimmerings (At least) of Light and Truth among universal Mankind; dt n1 vbz, np1 vhz vvn d n1, d n2 (p-acp ds) pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3028 and these men of Nineveh had their portion, and by that were prepared for more; and these men of Nineveh had their portion, and by that were prepared for more; cc d n2 pp-f np1 vhd po32 n1, cc p-acp d vbdr vvn p-acp av-dc; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3029 that alone was not sufficient, and therefore God sends them a Prophet, not an Angel to destroy (like those sent to Sodom, ) not a common ordinary Messenger from among themselves, their case required more; that alone was not sufficient, and Therefore God sends them a Prophet, not an Angel to destroy (like those sent to Sodom,) not a Common ordinary Messenger from among themselves, their case required more; cst av-j vbds xx j, cc av np1 vvz pno32 dt n1, xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi (j d vvd p-acp np1,) xx dt j j n1 p-acp p-acp px32, po32 n1 vvd av-dc; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3030 but an extraordinary person, one from far: but an extraordinary person, one from Far: cc-acp dt j n1, pi p-acp j: (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3031 when men are prepared for Repentance, they shall have the proper means, God will not be wanting to his Creatures, when men Are prepared for Repentance, they shall have the proper means, God will not be wanting to his Creatures, c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vhi dt j n2, np1 vmb xx vbi vvg p-acp po31 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3032 when the ordinary means will not do, they shall have such as are extraordinary and uncommon; when the ordinary means will not do, they shall have such as Are extraordinary and uncommon; c-crq dt j n2 vmb xx vdi, pns32 vmb vhi d c-acp vbr j cc j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3033 when the Native Light, and convictions are not sufficient, they shall have an external Preacher, such was Philip to the Aethiopian Eunuch, Acts 8. And an Angel sent to Cornelius to direct him to an Apostle, Acts 10. Thus was Jonah sent to the Ninevites, and doubtless many other good Heathens were so assisted. when the Native Light, and convictions Are not sufficient, they shall have an external Preacher, such was Philip to the aethiopian Eunuch, Acts 8. And an Angel sent to Cornelius to Direct him to an Apostle, Acts 10. Thus was Jonah sent to the Ninevites, and doubtless many other good heathens were so assisted. c-crq dt j-jn n1, cc n2 vbr xx j, pns32 vmb vhi dt j n1, d vbds np1 p-acp dt jp n1, n2 crd cc dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, n2 crd av vbds np1 vvn p-acp dt np2, cc av-j d j-jn j n2-jn vbdr av vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3034 He went, though after a Repulse of the divine commission, and they were more ready to hear, than he to preach; He went, though After a Repulse of the divine commission, and they were more ready to hear, than he to preach; pns31 vvd, cs p-acp dt vvi pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc pns32 vbdr av-dc j pc-acp vvi, cs pns31 pc-acp vvi; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3035 in that they both believed the Messenger, and the Terrible Message that he brought. We alas! in that they both believed the Messenger, and the Terrible Message that he brought. We alas! p-acp cst pns32 d vvd dt n1, cc dt j n1 cst pns31 vvd. pns12 uh! (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3036 believe what we like, what is grateful, and agreeable to us ▪ and our Faith is much in our affections; believe what we like, what is grateful, and agreeable to us ▪ and our Faith is much in our affections; vvb r-crq pns12 av-j, q-crq vbz j, cc j p-acp pno12 ▪ cc po12 n1 vbz av-d p-acp po12 n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3037 but they believe what was dreadful, and amazing, the truth was most opposite to their corrupt Inclinations, but they believe what was dreadful, and amazing, the truth was most opposite to their corrupt Inclinations, cc-acp pns32 vvb r-crq vbds j, cc j-vvg, dt n1 vbds av-ds j-jn p-acp po32 j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3038 and carnal Interest, and this their Belief is interpreted as faith in God. To believe his Messengers coming in his name, and with his Truth, is Believing him, and carnal Interest, and this their Belief is interpreted as faith in God. To believe his Messengers coming in his name, and with his Truth, is Believing him, cc j n1, cc d po32 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1. p-acp vvi po31 n2 vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1, vbz vvg pno31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3039 as our Saviour saith, He that receiveth you, receiveth me; and he that receiveth me, receiveth him that sent me: as our Saviour Says, He that receives you, receives me; and he that receives me, receives him that sent me: c-acp po12 n1 vvz, pns31 cst vvz pn22, vvz pno11; cc pns31 cst vvz pno11, vvz pno31 cst vvd pno11: (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3040 and again, He that despiseth you, despiseth me; he that despiseth me, despiseth him that sent me. and again, He that despises you, despises me; he that despises me, despises him that sent me. cc av, pns31 cst vvz pn22, vvz pno11; pns31 cst vvz pno11, vvz pno31 cst vvd pno11. (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3041 The Ninevites did not so by Jonah or his Message; The Ninevites did not so by Jonah or his Message; dt np1 vdd xx av p-acp np1 cc po31 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3042 consciousness of their own guilt, and their Natural Apprehensions of divine justice, made them apt to receive Impressions of dread; consciousness of their own guilt, and their Natural Apprehensions of divine Justice, made them apt to receive Impressions of dread; n1 pp-f po32 d n1, cc po32 j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vvd pno32 j pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3043 and doubtless they had ill Abodings in their minds before, by which they were prepared for such a Message, and doubtless they had ill Abodings in their minds before, by which they were prepared for such a Message, cc av-j pns32 vhd av-jn n2-vvg p-acp po32 n2 a-acp, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp d dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3044 and a Prophet, one coming from another Countrey to appear with so much Resolution, and to speak with so much Authority, and a Prophet, one coming from Another Country to appear with so much Resolution, and to speak with so much authority, cc dt n1, pi vvg p-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av d n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp av d n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3045 and assurance, affected them more than if they had been used to such preachers of Errours; and assurance, affected them more than if they had been used to such Preachers of Errors; cc n1, vvd pno32 av-dc cs cs pns32 vhd vbn vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3046 nor are we to suppose, that he only repeated to them these dreadful words, Yet forty days and Nineveh shall be destroyed. nor Are we to suppose, that he only repeated to them these dreadful words, Yet forty days and Nineveh shall be destroyed. ccx vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 av-j vvn p-acp pno32 d j n2, av crd n2 cc np1 vmb vbi vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3047 No, these (more likely) were but the Summ, the Text, the Burden of his Sermon, which probably he amplified with all those Considerations, that were apt to move, and awaken: No, these (more likely) were but the Sum, the Text, the Burden of his Sermon, which probably he amplified with all those Considerations, that were apt to move, and awaken: uh-dx, d (n1 j) vbdr p-acp dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq av-j pns31 vvn p-acp d d n2, cst vbdr j pc-acp vvi, cc vvi: (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3048 and possibly the Mariners that were with him in the Ship, and threw him over-board, upon the Lot; and possibly the Mariners that were with him in the Ship, and threw him overboard, upon the Lot; cc av-j dt n2 cst vbdr p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd pno31 av, p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3049 that saw the Fish swallow him, and the Tempest quieted upon it, might have come into Nineveh before him, diverted from their intended voyage by the Storm, meeting him again, that saw the Fish swallow him, and the Tempest quieted upon it, might have come into Nineveh before him, diverted from their intended voyage by the Storm, meeting him again, cst vvd dt n1 vvb pno31, cc dt n1 vvd p-acp pn31, vmd vhi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp pno31, vvn p-acp po32 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg pno31 av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3050 after they had seen him plunged into the Ocean, might certifie the people of the Miracle, After they had seen him plunged into the Ocean, might certify the people of the Miracle, c-acp pns32 vhd vvn pno31 vvn p-acp dt n1, vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3051 and they thereby assured, that he was an extraordinary person, and was come to them in an Extraordinary, and Divine Errand; and they thereby assured, that he was an extraordinary person, and was come to them in an Extraordinary, and Divine Errand; cc pns32 av vvn, cst pns31 vbds dt j n1, cc vbds vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j, cc j-jn n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3052 but whether this were so, or not, whether they credited the Prophet on these Motives, or any other, is not certain; but whither this were so, or not, whither they credited the Prophet on these Motives, or any other, is not certain; cc-acp cs d vbdr av, cc xx, cs pns32 vvn dt n1 p-acp d n2, cc d n-jn, vbz xx j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3053 but this is, They believed upon the preaching of Jonah. And now, but this is, They believed upon the preaching of Jonah. And now, cc-acp d vbz, pns32 vvd p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1. cc av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 606 Image 173
3054 As God daily preacheth unto us by his various Messengers, so he doth by his Providence, by which we are sometimes brought into great straits, As God daily Preacheth unto us by his various Messengers, so he does by his Providence, by which we Are sometime brought into great straits, p-acp np1 av-j vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 j n2, av pns31 vdz p-acp po31 n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 607 Image 173
3055 even to the Brink of Ruine; even to the Brink of Ruin; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 607 Image 173
3056 and when it is thus with us, when we are in a state of perplexities under present Evil, and when it is thus with us, when we Are in a state of perplexities under present Evil, cc c-crq pn31 vbz av p-acp pno12, c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp j n-jn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 607 Image 173
3057 and Fears of greater, let us not abuse our selves with false confidences, put far from us the evil day, and Fears of greater, let us not abuse our selves with false confidences, put Far from us the evil day, cc n2 pp-f jc, vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp j n2, vvd av-j p-acp pno12 dt j-jn n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 607 Image 173
3058 and cry Peace, Peace, when there is no Peace: let us not impute our Troubles, and disorders to accident, and common causes; and cry Peace, Peace, when there is no Peace: let us not impute our Troubles, and disorders to accident, and Common Causes; cc vvb n1, uh-n, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1: vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 vvz, cc n2 p-acp n1, cc j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 607 Image 173
3059 but consider, that the Hand of God is in them, who is then about to reckon with us for our sins, but Consider, that the Hand of God is in them, who is then about to reckon with us for our Sins, cc-acp vvb, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp pno32, r-crq vbz av p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 607 Image 173
3060 and a voice sounding from thence, Repent, Repent, for your Iniquities will be your Ruine. and a voice sounding from thence, repent, repent, for your Iniquities will be your Ruin. cc dt n1 vvg p-acp av, vvb, vvb, p-acp po22 n2 vmb vbi po22 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 607 Image 173
3061 Let us not be deaf, and stupid, as the careless old world were, till the Flood came, and swept them away; Let us not be deaf, and stupid, as the careless old world were, till the Flood Come, and swept them away; vvb pno12 xx vbi j, cc j, c-acp dt j j n1 vbdr, c-acp dt n1 vvd, cc vvd pno32 av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 607 Image 173
3062 or as those Mockers, the Apostle speaks of, who scoffingly said, where is the promise (to them it was threatning) of his coming? when he was at the door; or as those Mockers, the Apostle speaks of, who scoffingly said, where is the promise (to them it was threatening) of his coming? when he was At the door; cc c-acp d n2, dt n1 vvz pp-f, r-crq av-j vvd, c-crq vbz dt n1 (p-acp pno32 pn31 vbds vvg) pp-f po31 n-vvg? c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 607 Image 173
3063 but let us humbly be affected, as these poor creatures were, who believed upon the preaching of Jonah. but let us humbly be affected, as these poor creatures were, who believed upon the preaching of Jonah. cc-acp vvb pno12 av-j vbi vvn, c-acp d j n2 vbdr, r-crq vvd p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 607 Image 173
3064 And what was this Belief of theirs? was it cold, indifferent, unconcerned assent only? no, it was a Faith, powerful and active, that wrought a mighty change, And what was this Belief of theirs? was it could, indifferent, unconcerned assent only? no, it was a Faith, powerful and active, that wrought a mighty change, cc r-crq vbds d n1 pp-f png32? vbds pn31 vvd, j, vvn n1 av-j? uh-dx, pn31 vbds dt n1, j cc j, cst vvd dt j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 608 Image 173
3065 and produced the blessed Fruits of Repentance, and Reformation; and produced the blessed Fruits of Repentance, and Reformation; cc vvd dt j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 608 Image 173
3066 their Faith had been dead, and unsignifying, if it had not wrought, and wrought this way; their Faith had been dead, and unsignifying, if it had not wrought, and wrought this Way; po32 n1 vhd vbn j, cc vvg, cs pn31 vhd xx vvn, cc vvd d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 608 Image 173
3067 if they had past a Complement on the Prophet, that they believed him, and gone on in the same course as before; if they had passed a Compliment on the Prophet, that they believed him, and gone on in the same course as before; cs pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vvd pno31, cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt d n1 c-acp a-acp; (11) sermon (DIV1) 608 Image 173
3068 if they had believed God, and continued in their provocations of him, their Faith had been an aggravation, if they had believed God, and continued in their provocations of him, their Faith had been an aggravation, cs pns32 vhd vvn np1, cc vvd p-acp po32 n2 pp-f pno31, po32 n1 vhd vbn dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 608 Image 173
3069 and might justly have heightned, and hastened their ruine; it had then been a great argument of their Impudence, and Obduration: and might justly have heightened, and hastened their ruin; it had then been a great argument of their Impudence, and Obduration: cc vmd av-j vhi vvn, cc vvd po32 n1; pn31 vhd av vbn dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 608 Image 173
3070 but theirs was not a Fanatical, Pharisaical Faith, without works; but a Faith Operative, and Fruitful, and the Effect of it was Repentance; but theirs was not a Fanatical, Pharisaical Faith, without works; but a Faith Operative, and Fruitful, and the Effect of it was Repentance; cc-acp png32 vbds xx dt j, j n1, p-acp n2; cc-acp dt n1 j-jn, cc j, cc dt vvb pp-f pn31 vbds n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 608 Image 173
3071 and the expressions of that Repentance, Fasting and Prayer, and turning from evil ways. 1. Fasting. and the expressions of that Repentance, Fasting and Prayer, and turning from evil ways. 1. Fasting. cc dt n2 pp-f d n1, vvg cc n1, cc vvg p-acp j-jn n2. crd vvg. (11) sermon (DIV1) 608 Image 173
3072 This is a Rite of Humiliation and Repentance, in which we acknowledge our unworthiness, and our vileness, that we merit not common mercies, but deserve the greatest punishments; This is a Rite of Humiliation and Repentance, in which we acknowledge our unworthiness, and our vileness, that we merit not Common Mercies, but deserve the greatest punishments; d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb po12 n1, cc po12 n1, cst pns12 vvb xx j n2, cc-acp vvb dt js n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3073 and this anciently, and in all times was also exprest by Sack-cloth, and vile cloathing, whereby these Ninevites likewise set out their wretchedness, and ill deservings. and this anciently, and in all times was also expressed by sackcloth, and vile clothing, whereby these Ninevites likewise Set out their wretchedness, and ill deservings. cc d av-j, cc p-acp d n2 vbds av vvn p-acp n1, cc j n1, c-crq d np1 av vvd av po32 n1, cc j-jn n2-vvg. (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3074 God Almighty hath so made us, that we are apt, and cannot help it, to represent our inward Affections by outward Expressions: God Almighty hath so made us, that we Are apt, and cannot help it, to represent our inward Affections by outward Expressions: np1 np1 vhz av vvn pno12, cst pns12 vbr j, cc vmbx vvi pn31, pc-acp vvi po12 j n2 p-acp j n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3075 and here is the ground in Nature, and in Reason of Sacrifices, and all the Rites of External Worship, and Here is the ground in Nature, and in Reason of Sacrifices, and all the Rites of External Worship, cc av vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cc d dt n2 pp-f j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3076 and particularly of this, by which the men of Nineveh declared their abasement before God; and particularly of this, by which the men of Nineveh declared their abasement before God; cc av-j pp-f d, p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd po32 n1 p-acp np1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3077 and we have need of some eminent signal way to humble our selves before him, in acknowledgement of our greater, and more aggravated crimes; and we have need of Some eminent signal Way to humble our selves before him, in acknowledgement of our greater, and more aggravated crimes; cc pns12 vhb n1 pp-f d j n1 n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 jc, cc av-dc vvd n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3078 we have sometimes publick Fasts, and days of publick Humiliation; we have sometime public Fasts, and days of public Humiliation; pns12 vhb av j n2, cc n2 pp-f j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3079 But are they such as God hath chosen? do we in them afflict our souls with penitence, But Are they such as God hath chosen? do we in them afflict our Souls with penitence, cc-acp vbr pns32 d p-acp np1 vhz vvn? vdb pns12 p-acp pno32 vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3080 and Godly sorrow? do we as much as impose any penance upon our external persons? alas! and Godly sorrow? do we as much as impose any penance upon our external Persons? alas! cc j n1? vdb pns12 p-acp d c-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po12 j n2? uh! (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3081 we generally do not so much as the Pharisees, and Hypocritical Jews did, who hung down their heads, covered them with Ashes, put on Sack-cloth, we generally do not so much as the Pharisees, and Hypocritical jews did, who hung down their Heads, covered them with Ashes, put on sackcloth, pns12 av-j vdb xx av av-d c-acp dt np2, cc j np2 vdd, r-crq vvd a-acp po32 n2, vvd pno32 p-acp n2, vvn p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3082 and sad looks, and abstained from all things that were grateful, and agreeable to the Body, and sad looks, and abstained from all things that were grateful, and agreeable to the Body, cc j n2, cc vvd p-acp d n2 cst vbdr j, cc j p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3083 but we will not give our selves the trouble as much as to appear, or look like it; but we will not give our selves the trouble as much as to appear, or look like it; cc-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi po12 n2 dt n1 c-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, cc vvb av-j pn31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3084 our Fasts are not only not the thing, but not the resemblance, or meer name, in effect a Mockery; our Fasts Are not only not the thing, but not the resemblance, or mere name, in Effect a Mockery; po12 n2 vbr xx j xx dt n1, cc-acp xx dt n1, cc j n1, p-acp n1 dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3085 other kind of Fasting and Humiliation is expected, and required from us; other kind of Fasting and Humiliation is expected, and required from us; j-jn n1 pp-f vvg cc n1 vbz vvn, cc vvd p-acp pno12; (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3086 and the greatest, the deepest is not low enough, nor great enough to signifie the sence, and the greatest, the Deepest is not low enough, nor great enough to signify the sense, cc dt js, dt js-jn vbz xx j av-d, ccx j av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3087 and sorrow, that is due to so much guilt! and sorrow, that is due to so much guilt! cc n1, cst vbz j-jn p-acp av d n1! (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3088 The Ninevites declared theirs solemnly, The King descended from his Throne, and put on Sack-cloth, sate in ashes, The Ninevites declared theirs solemnly, The King descended from his Throne, and put on sackcloth, sat in Ashes, dt np1 vvn png32 av-j, dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd p-acp n1, vvd p-acp n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3089 and proclaimed general Abstinence to Man, and Beast; and proclaimed general Abstinence to Man, and Beast; cc vvd j n1 p-acp n1, cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3090 and we see, that the whole people conformed to the penitent Example, and put on Sack-cloth from the greatest of them to the least of them: and we see, that the Whole people conformed to the penitent Exampl, and put on sackcloth from the greatest of them to the least of them: cc pns12 vvb, cst dt j-jn n1 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt js pp-f pno32 p-acp dt ds pp-f pno32: (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3091 This was one expression of their Repentance, and it was accompanied with another, which also was very proper, and significant, ( viz. ) (2.) Prayer. This was one expression of their Repentance, and it was accompanied with Another, which also was very proper, and significant, (viz.) (2.) Prayer. d vbds crd n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc pn31 vbds vvn p-acp j-jn, r-crq av vbds av j, cc j, (n1) (crd) n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 609 Image 173
3092 Earnest, affectionate Prayer, exprest by crying mightily unto God, v. 8. This also is a Duty generally acknowledg'd through the world, in all the ages, Earnest, affectionate Prayer, expressed by crying mightily unto God, v. 8. This also is a Duty generally acknowledged through the world, in all the ages, n1, j n1, vvn p-acp vvg av-j p-acp np1, n1 crd np1 av vbz dt n1 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp d dt n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3093 and places of it, part of the Law written on the Heart, a Branch of the Religion of Mankind: and places of it, part of the Law written on the Heart, a Branch of the Religion of Mankind: cc n2 pp-f pn31, n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3094 These Heathens knew the necessity, and virtue of it; These heathens knew the necessity, and virtue of it; d n2-jn vvd dt n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3095 we have no Reason to think they learnt it from this Prophet, whose Message was destruction; we have no Reason to think they learned it from this Prophet, whose Message was destruction; pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi pns32 vvd pn31 p-acp d n1, rg-crq n1 vbds n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3096 and by the consequent story, we see, he thought of nothing less; they knew, that their sins were against God, as all are; and by the consequent story, we see, he Thought of nothing less; they knew, that their Sins were against God, as all Are; cc p-acp dt j n1, pns12 vvb, pns31 vvd pp-f pix av-dc; pns32 vvd, cst po32 n2 vbdr p-acp np1, c-acp d vbr; (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3097 against thee, and thee only have I sinned. He was offended, and he threatned; he was to be appeased, or they were undone; against thee, and thee only have I sinned. He was offended, and he threatened; he was to be appeased, or they were undone; p-acp pno21, cc pno21 av-j vhb pns11 vvn. pns31 vbds vvn, cc pns31 vvd; pns31 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pns32 vbdr vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3098 and prayer is the way, that all the world is taught to seek pardon, and favour by; and prayer is the Way, that all the world is taught to seek pardon, and favour by; cc n1 vbz dt n1, cst d dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1 p-acp; (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3099 this they took, they cryed unto God, not unto Saints and Angels, unto God, One, the true God; this they took, they cried unto God, not unto Saints and Angels, unto God, One, the true God; d pns32 vvd, pns32 vvd p-acp np1, xx p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp np1, crd, dt j np1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3100 That there is but one supreme Deity hath ever been the Belief of Mankind, even of the Heathen world; That there is but one supreme Deity hath ever been the Belief of Mankind, even of the Heathen world; cst pc-acp vbz cc-acp pi j n1 vhz av vbn dt n1 pp-f n1, av pp-f dt j-jn n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3101 the various gods, we read of, are but the divers representations of the one all-perfect Being, the various God's, we read of, Are but the diverse representations of the one All-perfect Being, dt j n2, pns12 vvb pp-f, vbr p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt crd j vbg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3102 or of his different Attributes, and Manifestations in the world; or of his different Attributes, and Manifestations in the world; cc pp-f po31 j n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3103 or they are of lower signification, and mean only Angels, or nobler Souls departed, in which sense the Scripture saith, There are Gods many. So that the Romanists cannot this way justifie themselves from the Imputation of Idolatry, by alledging, that they worship one, or they Are of lower signification, and mean only Angels, or Nobler Souls departed, in which sense the Scripture Says, There Are God's many. So that the Romanists cannot this Way justify themselves from the Imputation of Idolatry, by alleging, that they worship one, cc pns32 vbr pp-f jc n1, cc vvb av-j n2, cc jc n2 vvd, p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz, pc-acp vbr n2 d. av cst dt np1 vmbx d n1 vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg, cst pns32 vvb pi, (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3104 and the true God, as the ultimate object of their Adorations; for even the Heathens, The Ninevites believed God, and they cryed mightily unto God: and the true God, as the ultimate Object of their Adorations; for even the heathens, The Ninevites believed God, and they cried mightily unto God: cc dt j np1, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2; c-acp av dt n2-jn, dt np1 vvn np1, cc pns32 vvd av-j p-acp np1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3105 indeed the Mariners in the Storm cryed every one to his God, viz. his Tutelar Angel, indeed the Mariners in the Storm cried every one to his God, viz. his Tutelar Angel, av dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vvd d pi p-acp po31 n1, n1 po31 j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3106 and Genius, such many of the Heathens had; and (it seems) these were Heathen Mariners: and Genius, such many of the heathens had; and (it seems) these were Heathen Mariners: cc n1, d d pp-f dt n2-jn vhd; cc (pn31 vvz) d vbr j-jn n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3107 But these here direct their Devotions to the one Supreme immediately; so they were required, and so by the consequence, we find, they did; But these Here Direct their Devotions to the one Supreme immediately; so they were required, and so by the consequence, we find, they did; cc-acp d av vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt crd j av-j; av pns32 vbdr vvn, cc av p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb, pns32 vdd; (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3108 for God saw their works, and this among the rest: and he rerepented him of the Evil he had threatned, and sent it not: for God saw their works, and this among the rest: and he rerepented him of the Evil he had threatened, and sent it not: p-acp np1 vvd po32 n2, cc d p-acp dt n1: cc pns31 n1 pno31 pp-f dt n-jn pns31 vhd vvn, cc vvd pn31 xx: (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3109 this was the blessed answer of their prayers! And now, this was the blessed answer of their Prayers! And now, d vbds dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po32 n2! cc av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 610 Image 173
3110 If they, or any other people had ever Reason to cry mightily unto God, we have; If they, or any other people had ever Reason to cry mightily unto God, we have; cs pns32, cc d j-jn n1 vhd av n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1, pns12 vhb; (11) sermon (DIV1) 611 Image 173
3111 Let us humbly do this, he is ready to bestow pardon, and deliverance, but he will be sought unto. Let us humbly do this, he is ready to bestow pardon, and deliverance, but he will be sought unto. vvb pno12 av-j vdi d, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp. (11) sermon (DIV1) 611 Image 173
3112 Let us do it in Faith and fervour, we have great Advantages, and Encouragement, which the Ninevites had not; Let us do it in Faith and fervour, we have great Advantages, and Encouragement, which the Ninevites had not; vvb pno12 vdi pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1, pns12 vhb j n2, cc n1, r-crq dt np1 vhd xx; (11) sermon (DIV1) 611 Image 173
3113 we are taught how to pray, and in whose Name. we Are taught how to pray, and in whose Name. pns12 vbr vvn c-crq pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp rg-crq n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 611 Image 173
3114 We have a Mediator at Gods right Hand, that ever lives to make Intercession for us; We have a Mediator At God's right Hand, that ever lives to make Intercession for us; pns12 vhb dt n1 p-acp ng1 j-jn n1, cst av vvz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12; (11) sermon (DIV1) 612 Image 173
3115 we have through him free admission to the Throne of Grace, with boldness, and many promises, that we shall be heard, we have through him free admission to the Throne of Grace, with boldness, and many promises, that we shall be herd, pns12 vhb p-acp pno31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1, cc d n2, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn, (11) sermon (DIV1) 612 Image 173
3116 and receive the Blessing, if we ask in Faith, and in the Sons Name: and receive the Blessing, if we ask in Faith, and in the Sons Name: cc vvi dt n1, cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt ng1 n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 612 Image 173
3117 Let us then pray fervently, humbly, and incessantly, for our Prince, and Nation, for our selves, and posterity; Let us then pray fervently, humbly, and incessantly, for our Prince, and nation, for our selves, and posterity; vvb pno12 av vvb av-j, av-j, cc av-j, c-acp po12 n1, cc n1, p-acp po12 n2, cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 612 Image 173
3118 that God would pity, and pardon, divert his Judgements, and deliver us from all our Enemies, that God would pity, and pardon, divert his Judgments, and deliver us from all our Enemies, cst np1 vmd vvi, cc n1, vvb po31 n2, cc vvb pno12 p-acp d po12 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 612 Image 173
3119 and all our Fears, Establish our Religion and Government, and all our Interests in those. And, and all our Fears, Establish our Religion and Government, and all our Interests in those. And, cc d po12 n2, vvb po12 n1 cc n1, cc d po12 n2 p-acp d. np1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 612 Image 173
3120 O thou that stillest the raging of the Sea, and the Madness of the people, be merciful to us, do thou save us, or we perish; Oh thou that stillest the raging of the Sea, and the Madness of the people, be merciful to us, do thou save us, or we perish; uh pns21 cst js dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbb j p-acp pno12, vdb pns21 vvi pno12, cc pns12 vvb; (11) sermon (DIV1) 613 Image 173
3121 The Seas swell, and rage horribly, and the Deep is ready to swallow us up quick, do thou, O Lord, put forth thy Hand, The Seas swell, and rage horribly, and the Deep is ready to swallow us up quick, do thou, Oh Lord, put forth thy Hand, dt n2 vvb, cc vvi av-j, cc dt j-jn vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp j, vdb pns21, uh n1, vvd av po21 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 613 Image 173
3122 and stay us, or we sink, and perish in the great waters, we sink into the depth of the Abysse, and stay us, or we sink, and perish in the great waters, we sink into the depth of the Abyss, cc vvb pno12, cc pns12 vvb, cc vvi p-acp dt j n2, pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 613 Image 173
3123 and there is no help, Be thou our helper and deliverer, for vain is the help of Man! and there is no help, Be thou our helper and deliverer, for vain is the help of Man! cc pc-acp vbz dx n1, vbb pns21 po12 n1 cc n1, p-acp j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1! (11) sermon (DIV1) 613 Image 173
3124 Thus prayer, earnest, affectionate prayer is necessary; not that God can be moved thereby, but thereby we are prepared for his Mercies, Thus prayer, earnest, affectionate prayer is necessary; not that God can be moved thereby, but thereby we Are prepared for his mercies, av n1, n1, j n1 vbz j; xx cst np1 vmb vbi vvn av, cc-acp av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 614 Image 173
3125 and he is always ready to give, when we are fit to receive. But and he is always ready to give, when we Are fit to receive. But cc pns31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi. p-acp (11) sermon (DIV1) 614 Image 173
3126 Besides this, the men of Nineveh did somewhat else, and it was that which made the rest significant. Beside this, the men of Nineveh did somewhat Else, and it was that which made the rest significant. p-acp d, dt n2 pp-f np1 vdd av av, cc pn31 vbds d r-crq vvd dt n1 j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 615 Image 173
3127 (3.) They turned from their evil ways. (3.) They turned from their evil ways. (crd) pns32 vvd p-acp po32 j-jn n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 173
3128 This was the main thing, and without it, Fasting and prayer had been to little purpose, This was the main thing, and without it, Fasting and prayer had been to little purpose, d vbds dt j n1, cc p-acp pn31, vvg cc n1 vhd vbn p-acp j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 173
3129 yea they had been Abominations as the Sacrifices, Oblations, Fasts and Services of the Jews were, yea they had been Abominations as the Sacrifices, Oblations, Fasts and Services of the jews were, uh pns32 vhd vbn n2 p-acp dt n2, n2, n2 cc n2 pp-f dt np2 vbdr, (11) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 173
3130 because they did not loose the Bands of wickedness, or let the oppressed go free; Because they did not lose the Bans of wickedness, or let the oppressed go free; c-acp pns32 vdd xx vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb dt j-vvn vvb j; (11) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 173
3131 They did not do Justice, and love Mercy, and walk humbly with their God, which he principally required from them, but these Ninevites did; They did not do justice, and love Mercy, and walk humbly with their God, which he principally required from them, but these Ninevites did; pns32 vdd xx vdi n1, cc vvb n1, cc vvb av-j p-acp po32 np1, r-crq pns31 av-j vvd p-acp pno32, cc-acp d np1 vdd; (11) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 173
3132 They humbled themselves, and turned from their evil ways, and from the violence that was in their hands. They humbled themselves, and turned from their evil ways, and from the violence that was in their hands. pns32 vvd px32, cc vvd p-acp po32 j-jn n2, cc p-acp dt n1 cst vbds p-acp po32 n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 173
3133 It seems, some of their principal sins were Cruelty and Injustice, and therefore their Reformation is particularly noted: It seems, Some of their principal Sins were Cruelty and Injustice, and Therefore their Reformation is particularly noted: pn31 vvz, d pp-f po32 j-jn n2 vbdr n1 cc n1, cc av po32 n1 vbz av-j vvn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 173
3134 they knew where the Root of the Distemper grew, which was the cause of approaching Judgements, they knew where the Root of the Distemper grew, which was the cause of approaching Judgments, pns32 vvd c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 173
3135 and therefore here they apply the Remedy, in renouncing those sins they were so notoriously guilty of. and Therefore Here they apply the Remedy, in renouncing those Sins they were so notoriously guilty of. cc av av pns32 vvb dt n1, p-acp vvg d n2 pns32 vbdr av av-j j pp-f. (11) sermon (DIV1) 616 Image 173
3136 The Light and Law of Nature told them, how displeasing sin was to the Almighty, and that there was no atonement, but by Repentance; The Light and Law of Nature told them, how displeasing since was to the Almighty, and that there was no atonement, but by Repentance; dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvd pno32, c-crq j-vvg n1 vbds p-acp dt j-jn, cc cst a-acp vbds dx n1, cc-acp p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 173
3137 no Repentance, but in Turning, and they did this: no Repentance, but in Turning, and they did this: dx n1, cc-acp p-acp vvg, cc pns32 vdd d: (11) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 173
3138 They thought it not enough to cry out upon their sins, to roar like Bears, and mourn like Doves: as the Expression is in the Prophet: They Thought it not enough to cry out upon their Sins, to roar like Bears, and mourn like Dove: as the Expression is in the Prophet: pns32 vvd pn31 xx av-d pc-acp vvi av p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi av-j vvz, cc vvb av-j n2: p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 173
3139 This ('tis like) they did, but stopt not here, they went on to what was more to purpose, They turned from their evil ways. This (it's like) they did, but stopped not Here, they went on to what was more to purpose, They turned from their evil ways. d (pn31|vbz j) pns32 vdd, cc-acp vvd xx av, pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp r-crq vbds av-dc p-acp n1, pns32 vvd p-acp po32 j-jn n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 173
3140 Repentance is turning, Turn ye, turn ye, why will ye dye? Repentance is turning, Turn you, turn you, why will you die? n1 vbz vvg, vvb pn22, vvb pn22, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi? (11) sermon (DIV1) 617 Image 173
3141 Let this practice of theirs be a pattern to us, let us seriously consider the common crying National sins, Let this practice of theirs be a pattern to us, let us seriously Consider the Common crying National Sins, vvb d n1 pp-f png32 vbi dt n1 p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 av-j vvi dt j vvg j n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 173
3142 and how far we are guilty of those provocations, and resolve in the Strength of God to cease from them, to destroy them our selves, and how Far we Are guilty of those provocations, and resolve in the Strength of God to cease from them, to destroy them our selves, cc c-crq av-j pns12 vbr j pp-f d n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 po12 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 173
3143 and to endeavour every one in his place, to suppress them in others: thus far each man is his Brothers keeper; and to endeavour every one in his place, to suppress them in Others: thus Far each man is his Brother's keeper; cc pc-acp vvi d pi p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n2-jn: av av-j d n1 vbz po31 ng1 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 173
3144 and Charity, and the Common Interest require this Endeavour from us, by reproof, by advice, by the exercise of our power: and Charity, and the Common Interest require this Endeavour from us, by reproof, by Advice, by the exercise of our power: cc n1, cc dt j n1 vvi d n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 173
3145 Let us consider, what are our particular sins, the sins of our Education, of our Complexion, of our Condition, Let us Consider, what Are our particular Sins, the Sins of our Education, of our Complexion, of our Condition, vvb pno12 vvi, q-crq vbr po12 j n2, dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, pp-f po12 n1, pp-f po12 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 173
3146 and apply the Grace of God, and our chief warchfulness, and diligence against them, that we may strike at the root, and destroy the strong holds; and apply the Grace of God, and our chief warchfulness, and diligence against them, that we may strike At the root, and destroy the strong holds; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po12 j-jn n1, cc n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvi dt j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 173
3147 let us do the work throughly, and effectually. let us do the work thoroughly, and effectually. vvb pno12 vdi av vvi av-j, cc av-j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 618 Image 173
3148 This our present safety, ours, our Kings, our Government, our Religion, our posterity require from us; This our present safety, ours, our Kings, our Government, our Religion, our posterity require from us; d po12 j n1, png12, po12 n2, po12 n1, po12 n1, po12 n1 vvi p-acp pno12; (11) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 173
3149 for if we continue to do wickedly, we may expect to be destroyed, both we and our King. This, all the considerations of the next state demand, loudly call for, all manner of Reasons from both the worlds urge and enforce this: for if we continue to do wickedly, we may expect to be destroyed, both we and our King. This, all the considerations of the next state demand, loudly call for, all manner of Reasons from both the world's urge and enforce this: c-acp cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vdi av-j, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, d pns12 cc po12 n1. d, d dt n2 pp-f dt ord n1 vvi, av-j vvb p-acp, d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d dt n2 vvb cc vvi d: (11) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 173
3150 Let us not be still stupid, and deaf to such calls, but hear, and fear, and do no more so wickedly. Let us not be still stupid, and deaf to such calls, but hear, and Fear, and do no more so wickedly. vvb pno12 xx vbi av j, cc j p-acp d vvz, cc-acp vvb, cc n1, cc vdb dx av-dc av av-j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 173
3151 Let us put a stop to the course of our sins, and then we may expect that a stop will be put to our Troubles, Let us put a stop to the course of our Sins, and then we may expect that a stop will be put to our Troubles, vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc av pns12 vmb vvi d dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 vvz, (11) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 173
3152 and the Judgements threatned and feared, will be turned from us. The Summ of all is, to urge us to be as wise in our Generation, and the Judgments threatened and feared, will be turned from us. The Sum of all is, to urge us to be as wise in our Generation, cc dt n2 vvd cc vvn, vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno12. dt n1 pp-f d vbz, pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi a-acp j p-acp po12 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 619 Image 173
3153 as those poor Heathens were in theirs, who Believed, Fasted, Prayed, Reformed; and we may consider further, as those poor heathens were in theirs, who Believed, Fasted, Prayed, Reformed; and we may Consider further, c-acp d j n2-jn vbr p-acp png32, r-crq vvd, vvd, vvd, vvn; cc pns12 vmb vvi av-jc, (11) sermon (DIV1) 620 Image 173
3154 (3.) The Universality of these [ From the greatest of them, to the least of them. ] (3.) The Universality of these [ From the greatest of them, to the least of them. ] (crd) dt n1 pp-f d [ p-acp dt js pp-f pno32, p-acp dt ds pp-f pno32. ] (11) sermon (DIV1) 621 Image 173
3155 They were all affected, they all did something, and so much as was accepted. They were all affected, they all did something, and so much as was accepted. pns32 vbdr d vvn, pns32 d vdd pi, cc av av-d c-acp vbds vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 173
3156 This is a wonderful Instance of Conversion, somewhat like it is that of St. Peters 3000 in one Sermon; This is a wondered Instance of Conversion, somewhat like it is that of Saint Peter's 3000 in one Sermon; d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, av av-j pn31 vbz cst pp-f n1 npg1 crd p-acp crd n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 173
3157 The King humbled himself, and the people Fasted, and put on Sack-cloth. The King humbled himself, and the people Fasted, and put on sackcloth. dt n1 vvn px31, cc dt n1 vvd, cc vvd p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 173
3158 The Greatest is not too great to humble himself before the God of Heaven, nor the least too little to be consider'd by him, all Flesh had corrupted it self, all were become abominable in their doings, The Greatest is not too great to humble himself before the God of Heaven, nor the least too little to be considered by him, all Flesh had corrupted it self, all were become abominable in their doings, dt js vbz xx av j pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, ccx dt av-ds av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, d n1 vhd vvn pn31 n1, d vbdr vvn j p-acp po32 n2-vdg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 173
3159 and therefore all were concern'd to be greatly affected, and deeply humbled, from the greatest to the least [ From the Greatest. ] There the Humiliation begun, The King descended from his Throne, and Therefore all were concerned to be greatly affected, and deeply humbled, from the greatest to the least [ From the Greatest. ] There the Humiliation begun, The King descended from his Throne, cc av d vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, cc av-jn vvn, p-acp dt js p-acp dt ds [ p-acp dt js. ] a-acp dt n1 vvn, dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 173
3160 and put on Sack-cloth, laid by his Majesty, and Glory, debased himself in the dust, and put on vile array, significations of Sorrow and Repentance; and put on sackcloth, laid by his Majesty, and Glory, debased himself in the dust, and put on vile array, significations of Sorrow and Repentance; cc vvd p-acp n1, vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc n1, vvn px31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd p-acp j n1, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 173
3161 from the great, 'tis like, their enormous sins begun, thence they had their examples, thence their encouragement. from the great, it's like, their enormous Sins begun, thence they had their Examples, thence their encouragement. p-acp dt j, pn31|vbz j, po32 j n2 vvn, av pns32 vhd po32 n2, av po32 n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 173
3162 The great draw their Trains after them, Natural Pride and Ambition, make all desirous to imitate them, their Example is largely diffusive and infectious, and makes sins fashionable: The great draw their Trains After them, Natural Pride and Ambition, make all desirous to imitate them, their Exampl is largely diffusive and infectious, and makes Sins fashionable: dt j vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32, j n1 cc n1, vvb d j pc-acp vvi pno32, po32 n1 vbz av-j j cc j, cc vvz n2 j: (11) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 173
3163 their sins quickly over-spread, and debauch a Nation, and therefore, 'twas fit, that Repentance should begin here, where, probably, many of their sins did; their Sins quickly overspread, and debauch a nation, and Therefore, 'twas fit, that Repentance should begin Here, where, probably, many of their Sins did; po32 n2 av-j j, cc vvi dt n1, cc av, pn31|vbds j, cst n1 vmd vvi av, c-crq, av-j, d pp-f po32 n2 vdd; (11) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 173
3164 that the great should cure by their good example those they had hurt by their bad, that the great should cure by their good Exampl those they had hurt by their bad, d dt j vmd vvi p-acp po32 j n1 d pns32 vhd vvn p-acp po32 j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 173
3165 and theirs being against more Mercy, and more Expectation are the greatest, and most aggravating: and theirs being against more Mercy, and more Expectation Are the greatest, and most aggravating: cc png32 vbg p-acp dc n1, cc dc n1 vbr dt js, cc av-ds vvg: (11) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 173
3166 and therefore there was Reason, and need, that they should be most penitent, and first so: and accordingly here it Commenc'd. and Therefore there was Reason, and need, that they should be most penitent, and First so: and accordingly hear it Commenced. cc av a-acp vbds n1, cc n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi av-ds j-jn, cc ord av: cc av-vvg vvi pn31 vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 622 Image 173
3167 Reformation is like to be general and effectual, when the Great begin it in themselves: Reformation is like to be general and effectual, when the Great begin it in themselves: n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi j cc j, c-crq dt j vvi pn31 p-acp px32: (11) sermon (DIV1) 623 Image 173
3168 it doth not stop there, but passeth through the middle degrees, to the least of men, the meanest, it does not stop there, but passes through the middle Degrees, to the least of men, the Meanest, pn31 vdz xx vvi a-acp, cc-acp vvz p-acp dt j-jn n2, p-acp dt ds pp-f n2, dt js, (11) sermon (DIV1) 623 Image 173
3169 and least considerable, those also add to the common heap of provocations, and those have therefore reason to be humbled also; and least considerable, those also add to the Common heap of provocations, and those have Therefore reason to be humbled also; cc av-ds j, d av vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc d vhb av n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av; (11) sermon (DIV1) 623 Image 173
3170 and when Gods hand is lifted up, and his Judgements are near, he requires, and expects that all, and when God's hand is lifted up, and his Judgments Are near, he requires, and expects that all, cc c-crq npg1 n1 vbz vvn a-acp, cc po31 n2 vbr j, pns31 vvz, cc vvz cst d, (11) sermon (DIV1) 623 Image 173
3171 and every one, from him that sits on the Throne, to him that grinds in the Mill, should repent, and turn to him; and every one, from him that sits on the Throne, to him that grinds in the Mill, should Repent, and turn to him; cc d pi, p-acp pno31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp pno31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vmd vvi, cc vvi p-acp pno31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 623 Image 173
3172 the sins of the meanest contribute to the publick guilt, and their Repentance helps forward to publick deliverance. the Sins of the Meanest contribute to the public guilt, and their Repentance helps forward to public deliverance. dt n2 pp-f dt js vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc po32 n1 vvz av-j p-acp j n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 623 Image 173
3173 Let us duly consider this circumstance of the Repentance of the men of Nineveh: and, Let us duly Consider this circumstance of the Repentance of the men of Nineveh: and, vvb pno12 av-jn vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1: cc, (11) sermon (DIV1) 624 Image 173
3174 O that God in his Mercy to us and them would open the eyes of the Great among us to see this their duty, Oh that God in his Mercy to us and them would open the eyes of the Great among us to see this their duty, uh cst np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno12 cc pno32 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi d po32 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 625 Image 173
3175 and the things that belong to their Peace before they are hidden from their Eyes: and the things that belong to their Peace before they Are hidden from their Eyes: cc dt n2 cst vvb p-acp po32 n1 c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 625 Image 173
3176 as their Guilt is often greatest, so the publick consequent Judgements (many times) fall heaviest upon them. Two late dreadful Judgements we have been under, Fire and Pestilence: as their Gilded is often greatest, so the public consequent Judgments (many times) fallen Heaviest upon them. Two late dreadful Judgments we have been under, Fire and Pestilence: c-acp po32 j-vvn vbz av js, av dt j j n2 (d n2) vvb js p-acp pno32. crd j j n2 pns12 vhb vbn p-acp, n1 cc n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 625 Image 173
3177 These fell chiefly upon the middle and meaner sort. The Judgements we have now reason to fear threaten all, but chiefly the Great. These fell chiefly upon the middle and meaner sort. The Judgments we have now reason to Fear threaten all, but chiefly the Great. d vvd av-jn p-acp dt j-jn cc jc n1. dt n2 pns12 vhb av n1 pc-acp vvi vvi d, cc-acp av-jn dt j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 625 Image 173
3178 In the Name of God let us all pray that a deep Spirit of Humiliation may be upon them, that they may reflect on the greatest of their sins in their Nature, In the Name of God let us all pray that a deep Spirit of Humiliation may be upon them, that they may reflect on the greatest of their Sins in their Nature, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pno12 d vvb cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt js pp-f po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 173
3179 and the Mischief they have done by their Influence; and the Mischief they have done by their Influence; cc dt n1 pns32 vhb vdn p-acp po32 n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 173
3180 that they may strive to go before all the rest in Repentance, and shew the Inferiour souls the way to Safety and Happiness; that they may strive to go before all the rest in Repentance, and show the Inferior Souls the Way to Safety and Happiness; cst pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi dt j-jn n2 dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 173
3181 that they may lay aside all Vanity, Luxury, and Intemperance, Rioting and Drunkenness, Chambering and Wantonness, the Dalilahs, the dearest sins, those of Pride and Pleasure, the sins by which the Nation hath been made drunk, poysoned, debauched and depraved, that they may mourn for these great crying Iniquities, that they may lay aside all Vanity, Luxury, and Intemperance, Rioting and drunkenness, Chambering and Wantonness, the Delilahs, the dearest Sins, those of Pride and Pleasure, the Sins by which the nation hath been made drunk, poisoned, debauched and depraved, that they may mourn for these great crying Iniquities, cst pns32 vmb vvi av d n1, n1, cc n1, vvg cc n1, vvg cc n1, dt n2, dt js-jn n2, d pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vhz vbn vvn vvn, j-vvn, j-vvn cc vvn, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d j j-vvg n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 173
3182 and in the strength of Divine grace resolve to turn from them: This would be the happiest sight that ever England saw, and the most hopeful. and in the strength of Divine grace resolve to turn from them: This would be the Happiest sighed that ever England saw, and the most hopeful. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32: d vmd vbi dt js n1 cst av np1 vvd, cc dt av-ds j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 173
3183 Oh that our eyes were blest with it. And O that our eyes were blessed with it. And uh cst po12 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pn31. cc (11) sermon (DIV1) 626 Image 173
3184 Let not us of the middle and inferiour sort content our selves to desire their Reformation and amendment, Let not us of the middle and inferior sort content our selves to desire their Reformation and amendment, vvb xx pno12 pp-f dt j-jn cc j-jn n1 vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3185 but resolve also on our own: but resolve also on our own: cc-acp vvb av p-acp po12 d: (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3186 'Tis generally very grateful to us to hear the faults of the Great ript up, of our Governours especially: It's generally very grateful to us to hear the Faults of the Great ripped up, of our Governors especially: pn31|vbz av-j av j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j vvd a-acp, pp-f po12 n2 av-j: (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3187 It will concern us more to affect our hearts duly with those we are guilty of our selves. It will concern us more to affect our hearts duly with those we Are guilty of our selves. pn31 vmb vvi pno12 dc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av-jn p-acp d pns12 vbr j pp-f po12 n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3188 And in this we the Ministers of Religion, the Guides of the people (at least, who ought to be so) should lead the way; And in this we the Ministers of Religion, the Guides of the people (At least, who ought to be so) should led the Way; cc p-acp d zz dt n2 pp-f n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 (p-acp ds, r-crq vmd pc-acp vbi av) vmd vvi dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3189 our unworthiness also hath been great, and our provocations have been many, we have not returned unto the Lord according to his Benefits, our unworthiness also hath been great, and our provocations have been many, we have not returned unto the Lord according to his Benefits, po12 n1 av vhz vbn j, cc po12 n2 vhb vbn d, pns12 vhb xx vvn p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3190 or made a right use of his Mercies, we have not been so strict in our Lives, or made a right use of his mercies, we have not been so strict in our Lives, cc vvd dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n2, pns12 vhb xx vbn av j p-acp po12 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3191 or so diligent in our great and most weighty Imployment, so much concern'd for the good of the Church or Interests of mens Souls as we ought to have been; or so diligent in our great and most weighty Employment, so much concerned for the good of the Church or Interests of men's Souls as we ought to have been; cc av j p-acp po12 j cc av-ds j n1, av av-d vvn p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f ng2 n2 c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vhi vbn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3192 many have been Loyterers, some Rioters, scarce any have imploy'd proportionable Zeal and circumspect diligence: many have been Loiterers, Some Rioters, scarce any have employed proportionable Zeal and circumspect diligence: d vhb vbn n2, d n2, av-j d vhb vvn j n1 cc j n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3193 Our faults are published and aggravated to the height (I hope beyond it) by our Enemies of all sorts, Our Faults Are published and aggravated to the height (I hope beyond it) by our Enemies of all sorts, po12 n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 (pns11 vvb p-acp pn31) p-acp po12 n2 pp-f d n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3194 and we may expect still a greater load of Criminations and Reproaches. Let us consider that this evil is from the Lord for our sins: and we may expect still a greater load of Criminations and Reproaches. Let us Consider that this evil is from the Lord for our Sins: cc pns12 vmb vvi av dt jc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. vvb pno12 vvi cst d n-jn vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3195 He said to the Lying Spirits Go; and David reflected that he might have bid Shimei curse him. He said to the Lying Spirits Go; and David reflected that he might have bid Shimei curse him. pns31 vvd p-acp dt vvg n2 vvb; cc np1 vvn cst pns31 vmd vhi vvn np1 vvb pno31. (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3196 Let us look at his hand and humble our selves before him, and not spend our Breath in Invectives against the Instruments of our Troubles and Fears, Let us look At his hand and humble our selves before him, and not spend our Breath in Invectives against the Instruments of our Troubles and Fears, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31, cc xx vvi po12 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 vvz cc n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3197 but apply the proper Remedy to the Root of our Distemper, which we know is to bring forth Fruit meet for Repentance. but apply the proper Remedy to the Root of our Distemper, which we know is to bring forth Fruit meet for Repentance. cc-acp vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq pns12 vvb vbz pc-acp vvi av n1 vvb p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3198 And let not the people spend their, all their Heat, and Zeal against the sins of their Governours and their Misdeeds; And let not the people spend their, all their Heat, and Zeal against the Sins of their Governors and their Misdeeds; cc vvb xx dt n1 vvb po32, d po32 n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 cc po32 n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3199 in these they are apt to exceed, and run beyond bounds, and multiply their own sins in so doing: in these they Are apt to exceed, and run beyond bounds, and multiply their own Sins in so doing: p-acp d pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp n2, cc vvi po32 d n2 p-acp av vdg: (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3200 But let them lay their hands on their hearts, and say, We have all sinned and done wickedly, we have been all as sheep going astray, But let them lay their hands on their hearts, and say, We have all sinned and done wickedly, we have been all as sheep going astray, cc-acp vvb pno32 vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi, pns12 vhb d vvn cc vdi av-j, pns12 vhb vbn d c-acp n1 vvg av, (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3201 but we will return to the great Shepherd and Bishop of our souls: but we will return to the great Shepherd and Bishop of our Souls: cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3202 Let them make themselves deeply sensible, not only of the gross carnal Evils, but of the Spiritual Iniquities, malice, bitter zeal, contempt of Rulers, Let them make themselves deeply sensible, not only of the gross carnal Evils, but of the Spiritual Iniquities, malice, bitter zeal, contempt of Rulers, vvb pno32 vvi px32 av-jn j, xx av-j pp-f dt j j n2-jn, cc-acp pp-f dt j n2, n1, j n1, n1 pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3203 and betters, Schism, Separation, waywardness, and the like; and not excuse and extenuate their sins; charge others, and lessen their own by Pharisaical comparisons; and betters, Schism, Separation, waywardness, and the like; and not excuse and extenuate their Sins; charge Others, and lessen their own by Pharisaical comparisons; cc n2-j, n1, n1, n1, cc dt j; cc xx vvi cc vvi po32 n2; vvb n2-jn, cc vvi po32 d p-acp j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3204 but let all sorts and degrees of men charge themselves with their own guilt, and deeply abase themselves before the Almighty in the sense of it; but let all sorts and Degrees of men charge themselves with their own guilt, and deeply abase themselves before the Almighty in the sense of it; cc-acp vvb d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vvb px32 p-acp po32 d n1, cc av-jn vvi px32 p-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3205 and when it is thus, when penitential acknowledgements and humiliations are universal, then a people is prepared for the Mercy of deliverance, and when it is thus, when penitential acknowledgements and humiliations Are universal, then a people is prepared for the Mercy of deliverance, cc c-crq pn31 vbz av, c-crq j n2 cc n2 vbr j, cs dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3206 and the evils threatned shall not come. And and the evils threatened shall not come. And cc dt n2-jn j-vvn vmb xx vvi. cc (11) sermon (DIV1) 627 Image 173
3207 In order to this we should not look and stay till the rest begin, but every one should endeavour to be the first; In order to this we should not look and stay till the rest begin, but every one should endeavour to be the First; p-acp n1 p-acp d pns12 vmd xx vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 vvb, cc-acp d pi vmd vvi pc-acp vbi dt ord; (11) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 173
3208 and if we do take this course and proceed in it, whatever others do, whatever they suffer, we shall be safe, and if we do take this course and proceed in it, whatever Others do, whatever they suffer, we shall be safe, cc cs pns12 vdb vvi d n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31, r-crq n2-jn vdb, r-crq pns32 vvb, pns12 vmb vbi j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 173
3209 if not for this world, yet for the next certainly (which is better) and probably for both. And if not for this world, yet for the next Certainly (which is better) and probably for both. And cs xx p-acp d n1, av p-acp dt ord av-j (r-crq vbz av-jc) cc av-j p-acp d. cc (11) sermon (DIV1) 628 Image 173
3210 Now I shall endeavour to enforce this great, this most seasonable, this most necessary duty, by several considerations taken from the circumstances of the Repentance of the men of Nineveh, Now I shall endeavour to enforce this great, this most seasonable, this most necessary duty, by several considerations taken from the Circumstances of the Repentance of the men of Nineveh, av pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d j, d av-ds j, d av-ds j n1, p-acp j n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 629 Image 173
3211 1. They were Heathens, such as the Prophet speaks, had not the knowledge of Gods Law, ( viz. ) in the fulness and expressness of it; and yet they Repented. 1. They were heathens, such as the Prophet speaks, had not the knowledge of God's Law, (viz.) in the fullness and expressness of it; and yet they Repented. crd pns32 vbdr n2-jn, d c-acp dt n1 vvz, vhd xx dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (n1) p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; cc av pns32 vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 173
3212 But we are Christians, whose are the Law and the Prophets, to whom Christ is come, Eternal Life is made manifest, But we Are Christians, whose Are the Law and the prophets, to whom christ is come, Eternal Life is made manifest, cc-acp pns12 vbr np1, r-crq vbr dt n1 cc dt n2, p-acp ro-crq np1 vbz vvn, j n1 vbz vvn j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 173
3213 and the Everlasting Gospel is revealed: and the Everlasting Gospel is revealed: cc dt j n1 vbz vvn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 173
3214 And shall we continue our Impenitency and Obduration? Are there Flowers in the Wilderness and none in the Garden? Do the wild Beasts of the Forest hear his voice, And shall we continue our Impenitency and Obduration? are there Flowers in the Wilderness and none in the Garden? Do the wild Beasts of the Forest hear his voice, cc vmb pns12 vvi po12 n1 cc n1? vbr a-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 cc pix p-acp dt n1? vdb dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 173
3215 and shall not the Sheep of his own Fold obey him? This will be an aggravation of our sins, and shall not the Sheep of his own Fold obey him? This will be an aggravation of our Sins, cc vmb xx dt n1 pp-f po31 d vvb vvi pno31? d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 173
3216 if we impenitently continue in them; those rude Heathens did not so. 2. They Repented upon Preaching: if we impenitently continue in them; those rude heathens did not so. 2. They Repented upon Preaching: cs pns12 av-jn vvi p-acp pno32; d j n2-jn vdd xx av. crd pns32 vvn p-acp vvg: (11) sermon (DIV1) 630 Image 173
3217 we do not read of any fiery Tryals they had been under, of any dreadful Judgements that had been upon them; we do not read of any fiery Trials they had been under, of any dreadful Judgments that had been upon them; pns12 vdb xx vvi pp-f d j n2 pns32 vhd vbn p-acp, pp-f d j n2 cst vhd vbn p-acp pno32; (11) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 173
3218 we hear not of any prodigies in the Heavens, or any portents in the Earth, Blazing Stars, we hear not of any prodigies in the Heavens, or any portents in the Earth, Blazing Stars, pns12 vvb xx pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n2, cc d n2 p-acp dt n1, j-vvg n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 173
3219 or Fiery Swords, or Earth-quakes, or dreadful Apparitions, or other terrible sights to predict their approaching Ruine; or Fiery Swords, or Earthquakes, or dreadful Apparitions, or other terrible sights to predict their approaching Ruin; cc j n2, cc n2, cc j n2, cc j-jn j n2 p-acp vvb po32 j-vvg n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 173
3220 such as have been fore-runners of Destruction to many Nations. No, we hear only of preaching, Jonah Preaches, and they Repent. such as have been forerunners of Destruction to many nations. No, we hear only of preaching, Jonah Preaches, and they repent. d c-acp vhb vbn n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2. uh-dx, pns12 vvb av-j pp-f vvg, np1 vvz, cc pns32 vvb. (11) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 173
3221 But now God hath pleased to vouchsafe unto us great plenty, as to the Declarations of his word and will by preaching; But now God hath pleased to vouchsafe unto us great plenty, as to the Declarations of his word and will by preaching; p-acp av np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 j n1, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg; (11) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 173
3222 'tis as common as Gold in Solomon 's Time, as the Stones in the street, and we trample on it, and make it as vile. it's as Common as Gold in Solomon is Time, as the Stones in the street, and we trample on it, and make it as vile. pn31|vbz p-acp j c-acp n1 p-acp np1 vbz n1, c-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cc pns12 vvb p-acp pn31, cc vvi pn31 p-acp j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 173
3223 Preaching is customary, grown a thing of Form, hath lost its force upon us, we believe not the Report of it, we refuse to hear, Preaching is customary, grown a thing of From, hath lost its force upon us, we believe not the Report of it, we refuse to hear, vvg vbz j, vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, (11) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 173
3224 or hear with carlesness and unconcernment, with no design, or with a wrong one to entertain our Curiosity, or hear with carelessness and unconcernment, with no Design, or with a wrong one to entertain our Curiosity, cc vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dx n1, cc p-acp dt n-jn pi pc-acp vvi po12 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 173
3225 or to gratifie our Fancies with the same Affection that they see and hear Plays; otherwise generally we neither heed nor mind what we hear: or to gratify our Fancies with the same Affection that they see and hear Plays; otherwise generally we neither heed nor mind what we hear: cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt d n1 cst pns32 vvb cc vvi vvz; av av-j pns12 dx n1 ccx n1 r-crq pns12 vvb: (11) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 173
3226 The most powerful preaching hath little or no Authority or Effect with us or upon us. Besides which, The most powerful preaching hath little or no authority or Effect with us or upon us. Beside which, dt av-ds j vvg vhz j cc dx n1 cc vvb p-acp pno12 cc p-acp pno12. p-acp r-crq, (11) sermon (DIV1) 631 Image 173
3227 We have been exercised with great and grievous Judgements; We have been exercised with great and grievous Judgments; pns12 vhb vbn vvn p-acp j cc j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 173
3228 when his word would not prevail, God was pleased to take the Rod into his hand, we were harrass'd with Twenty years Civil war, that drew our Blood, when his word would not prevail, God was pleased to take the Rod into his hand, we were Harassed with Twenty Years Civil war, that drew our Blood, c-crq po31 n1 vmd xx vvi, np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp crd n2 j n1, cst vvd po12 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 173
3229 and wasted our strength, and consumed our Treasure, and filled us with horrour and desolation, that brought in Oppression, Tyranny, and sad Confusions; and wasted our strength, and consumed our Treasure, and filled us with horror and desolation, that brought in Oppression, Tyranny, and sad Confusions; cc vvn po12 n1, cc vvn po12 n1, cc vvd pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1, cst vvd p-acp n1, n1, cc j n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 173
3230 from the aforesaid War was the overthrow of the best of Governments, the Murder of the best of Kings, Suppression of Laws, from the aforesaid War was the overthrow of the best of Governments, the Murder of the best of Kings, Suppression of Laws, p-acp dt j n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt js pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f dt js pp-f n2, n1 pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 173
3231 and Destruction of the best Patriot and Subjects, and an universal Slavery, Misery and Disorder. and Destruction of the best Patriot and Subject's, and an universal Slavery, Misery and Disorder. cc n1 pp-f dt js n1 cc n2-jn, cc dt j n1, n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 173
3232 And after our deliverance from those evils by a wheel of Providence, we continuing still in our sins, And After our deliverance from those evils by a wheel of Providence, we Continuing still in our Sins, cc p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vvg av p-acp po12 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 173
3233 and growing the worse for our mercies, he sent a raging Pestilence among us; and growing the Worse for our Mercies, he sent a raging Pestilence among us; cc vvg dt av-jc p-acp po12 n2, pns31 vvd dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pno12; (11) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 173
3234 The destroying Angel poured forth his Viols of wrath, and poyson'd the publick Air of our chief City, The destroying Angel poured forth his Viols of wrath, and poisoned the public Air of our chief city, dt vvg n1 vvd av po31 n2 pp-f n1, cc vvd dt j n1 pp-f po12 j-jn n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 173
3235 and destroyed Thousands and Ten Thousands in our Streets, and such a Mortal Contagion as had not been in all the days of our Fore-fathers. and destroyed Thousands and Ten Thousands in our Streets, and such a Mortal Contagion as had not been in all the days of our Forefathers. cc vvd crd cc crd crd p-acp po12 n2, cc d dt j-jn n1 a-acp vhd xx vbn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 173
3236 And that Judgement was followed on the heels by another as dreadful, and by a devouring Fire we were made as Sodom, and like unto Gomorrha: The Strength, the Glory, the Beauty of our Land laid in Ashes, And that Judgement was followed on the heels by Another as dreadful, and by a devouring Fire we were made as Sodom, and like unto Gomorrha: The Strength, the Glory, the Beauty of our Land laid in Ashes, cc d n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp j-jn c-acp j, cc p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp np1, cc av-j p-acp np1: dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvn p-acp n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 173
3237 and made an heap of Stones. and made an heap of Stones. cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 173
3238 Notwithstanding which and many other Providences, Mercies and Judgements, we have sinned yet more and more, Notwithstanding which and many other Providences, mercies and Judgments, we have sinned yet more and more, a-acp r-crq cc d j-jn n2, n2 cc n2, pns12 vhb vvn av av-dc cc av-dc, (11) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 173
3239 as if we dared the most High, and resolv'd to provoke him to destroy us utterly. as if we dared the most High, and resolved to provoke him to destroy us utterly. c-acp cs pns12 vvd dt av-ds j, cc vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 632 Image 173
3240 Thus we have done, and if this is the ground of our present Troubles and Fears, Thus we have done, and if this is the ground of our present Troubles and Fears, av pns12 vhb vdn, cc cs d vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz cc n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 633 Image 173
3241 and if we persist in our hardness, and do not at last return by Repentance, What can we expect but the utmost extremities of his vengeance? The poor Ninevites repented upon preaching, and if we persist in our hardness, and do not At last return by Repentance, What can we expect but the utmost extremities of his vengeance? The poor Ninevites repented upon preaching, cc cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1, cc vdb xx p-acp ord n1 p-acp n1, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1? dt j np1 vvn p-acp vvg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 633 Image 173
3242 and 'twill be a mighty aggravation of our sins if we continue impenitent, not only under the most awakening Preachers, but the most dreadful Judgements. and it'll be a mighty aggravation of our Sins if we continue impenitent, not only under the most awakening Preachers, but the most dreadful Judgments. cc pn31|vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 cs pns12 vvb j, xx av-j p-acp dt ds n-vvg n2, cc-acp dt av-ds j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 633 Image 173
3243 3. The people of Nineveh repented upon the preaching of a single Prophet, they had but one Jonah, not so much Testimony as useth to be expected in common business, in the mouth or two or three witnesses shall every thing be confirmed; 3. The people of Nineveh repented upon the preaching of a single Prophet, they had but one Jonah, not so much Testimony as uses to be expected in Common business, in the Mouth or two or three Witnesses shall every thing be confirmed; crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt j n1, pns32 vhd p-acp crd np1, xx av av-d n1 c-acp vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc crd cc crd n2 vmb d n1 vbi vvn; (11) sermon (DIV1) 634 Image 173
3244 and yet they did not call for more evidence: and yet they did not call for more evidence: cc av pns32 vdd xx vvi p-acp dc n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 634 Image 173
3245 There was a Jonah within (their own Conscience) that preach't the same Doctrine for the main with the other without, There was a Jonah within (their own Conscience) that preached the same Doctrine for the main with the other without, pc-acp vbds dt np1 p-acp (po32 d n1) cst vvd dt d n1 p-acp dt j p-acp dt j-jn p-acp, (11) sermon (DIV1) 634 Image 173
3246 and they repented upon the Preaching, external Preaching of a single Jonah. But now among us, great hath been the number of the Preachers, Patriarchs and Prophets, the Son of God himself, and they repented upon the Preaching, external Preaching of a single Jonah. But now among us, great hath been the number of the Preachers, Patriarchs and prophets, the Son of God himself, cc pns32 vvd p-acp dt vvg, j vvg pp-f dt j np1. p-acp av p-acp pno12, j vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f dt n2, n2 cc n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, (11) sermon (DIV1) 634 Image 173
3247 and a whole Army of Apostles, Ministers, Confessors, Martyrs in former, in latter, in present times, a whole Cloud of Witnesses, with a Firmament thick of Stars and Glories, Lights of all sorts and sizes. and a Whole Army of Apostles, Ministers, Confessors, Martyrs in former, in latter, in present times, a Whole Cloud of Witnesses, with a Firmament thick of Stars and Glories, Lights of all sorts and sizes. cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2, n2, n2, n2 p-acp j, p-acp d, p-acp j n2, dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 j pp-f n2 cc n2, n2 pp-f d n2 cc n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 634 Image 173
3248 And now did those poor Heathens hear the voice of a little Brook, and shall not we the noise of many Waters? Were they enlightened by a single Planet, And now did those poor heathens hear the voice of a little Brook, and shall not we the noise of many Waters? Were they enlightened by a single Planet, cc av vdd d j n2-jn vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vmb xx pns12 dt n1 pp-f d n2? vbdr pns32 vvn p-acp dt j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 634 Image 173
3249 and we not so by numerous Constellations? This also will be another and great aggravation, and we not so by numerous Constellations? This also will be Another and great aggravation, cc pns12 xx av p-acp j n2? np1 av vmb vbi j-jn cc j n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 634 Image 173
3250 if we still persist and go on harden'd in our sins. if we still persist and go on hardened in our Sins. cs pns12 av vvb cc vvi a-acp vvn p-acp po12 n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 634 Image 173
3251 4. The Ninevites repented when they might have doubted, who is this Jonah? he is a stranger to our Countrey, to our Laws, to our Religion, 4. The Ninevites repented when they might have doubted, who is this Jonah? he is a stranger to our Country, to our Laws, to our Religion, crd dt np1 vvd c-crq pns32 vmd vhi vvn, r-crq vbz d np1? pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 173
3252 and shall he lead us? this Jonah is a sinner, and God doth not use to send his mind and messages by such. and shall he led us? this Jonah is a sinner, and God does not use to send his mind and messages by such. cc vmb pns31 vvi pno12? d np1 vbz dt n1, cc np1 vdz xx vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n2 p-acp d. (11) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 173
3253 He saith he is a Prophet, but how shall we know it, where are his Miracles? where are his Credentials from Heaven to justifie our Belief of him? Thus they might have question'd and disputed the matter, He Says he is a Prophet, but how shall we know it, where Are his Miracles? where Are his Credentials from Heaven to justify our Belief of him? Thus they might have questioned and disputed the matter, pns31 vvz pns31 vbz dt n1, cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pn31, q-crq vbr po31 n2? q-crq vbr po31 n2-jn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 pp-f pno31? av pns32 vmd vhi vvn cc vvn dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 173
3254 but they took the better course, and repented on the Preaching of Jonah. They knew that though Jonah was a stranger, but they took the better course, and repented on the Preaching of Jonah. They knew that though Jonah was a stranger, cc-acp pns32 vvd dt jc n1, cc vvd p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1. pns32 vvd cst cs np1 vbds dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 173
3255 yet one that was not so, the Preacher within, taught the same Doctrine, that they might expect Gods Judgements on them for their sins; yet one that was not so, the Preacher within, taught the same Doctrine, that they might expect God's Judgments on them for their Sins; av pi cst vbds xx av, dt n1 a-acp, vvd dt d n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi npg1 n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 173
3256 that though Jonah were a sinner, yet they might learn their duty from such; that though Jonah were a sinner, yet they might Learn their duty from such; cst cs np1 vbdr dt n1, av pns32 vmd vvi po32 n1 p-acp d; (11) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 173
3257 that though he should not be a Prophet, yet there needed no Prophecy or Extraordinary Messenger or Message to make them acknowledge the Divine Justice, and their own Guilt: that though he should not be a Prophet, yet there needed no Prophecy or Extraordinary Messenger or Message to make them acknowledge the Divine justice, and their own Gilded: cst cs pns31 vmd xx vbi dt n1, av a-acp vvd dx n1 cc j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi dt j-jn n1, cc po32 d j-vvn: (11) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 173
3258 So that instead of cavilling and disputing, they repented and turned from their evil ways. So that instead of caviling and disputing, they repented and turned from their evil ways. av cst av pp-f vvg cc vvg, pns32 vvd cc vvn p-acp po32 j-jn n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 173
3259 But now God hath given us a sure word of Prophecie, and mighty and undoubted Miracles have confirm'd the Ministry of Moses and the Prophets, But now God hath given us a sure word of Prophecy, and mighty and undoubted Miracles have confirmed the Ministry of Moses and the prophets, p-acp av np1 vhz vvn pno12 dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc j cc j n2 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 173
3260 and the Gospel is established by the greatest that ever were, and we have highest Reason to Believe for the works sake, and the Gospel is established by the greatest that ever were, and we have highest Reason to Believe for the works sake, cc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt js cst av vbdr, cc pns12 vhb js n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 173
3261 and the Divine Testimony that was given to the Holy Jesus and Apostles, by the uncontroulable Miracles which they wrought especially: and the Divine Testimony that was given to the Holy jesus and Apostles, by the uncontrollable Miracles which they wrought especially: cc dt j-jn n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt j np1 cc n2, p-acp dt j n2 r-crq pns32 vvd av-j: (11) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 173
3262 we are assur'd by that greatest, of our Saviours Resurrection from the Dead, by which he is declared the Son of God with power, all his Doctrines and all his Actions, we Are assured by that greatest, of our Saviors Resurrection from the Dead, by which he is declared the Son of God with power, all his Doctrines and all his Actions, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp cst js, pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp dt j, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, d po31 n2 cc d po31 n2, (11) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 173
3263 and the whole Scope of his designs do infinitely confirm it unto us: And yet we doubt and dispute, and cavil when we should Repent. and the Whole Scope of his designs do infinitely confirm it unto us: And yet we doubt and dispute, and cavil when we should repent. cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n2 vdb av-j vvi pn31 p-acp pno12: cc av pns12 vvb cc vvi, cc vvb c-crq pns12 vmd vvi. (11) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 173
3264 This also greatly heightens our sins, and will our condemnation, if we do not seasonably, speedily take another course. This also greatly heightens our Sins, and will our condemnation, if we do not seasonably, speedily take Another course. np1 av av-j vvz po12 n2, cc vmb po12 n1, cs pns12 vdb xx av-j, av-j vvb j-jn n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 635 Image 173
3265 5. The Ninevites repented upon the Preaching of a Temporal Judgement, forty days and Nineveh shall be destroyed. 5. The Ninevites repented upon the Preaching of a Temporal Judgement, forty days and Nineveh shall be destroyed. crd dt np1 vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt j n1, crd n2 cc np1 vmb vbi vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 173
3266 It was the destruction of their City, no express mention of the Ruine of their persons and posterities, much less of the damnation of their Souls; It was the destruction of their city, no express mention of the Ruin of their Persons and Posterities, much less of the damnation of their Souls; pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, dx j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, av-d av-dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (11) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 173
3267 and yet upon this lesser Threatning they Repented. and yet upon this lesser Threatening they Repented. cc av p-acp d jc vvg pns32 vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 173
3268 But now besides the many Temporal evils our sins threaten us with, we have denounc'd against us the loss of our Souls to eternal ages. But now beside the many Temporal evils our Sins threaten us with, we have denounced against us the loss of our Souls to Eternal ages. p-acp av p-acp dt d j n2-jn po12 n2 vvb pno12 p-acp, pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp j n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 173
3269 The wicked shall be turned into Hell, and all the Nations that forget God, Ps. 9. 17. And terrible is that Sentence pass'd on the impenitent, Mat. 25. 41. Depart from me ye cursed into everlasting Fire prepared for the Devil and his Angels: The wicked shall be turned into Hell, and all the nations that forget God, Ps. 9. 17. And terrible is that Sentence passed on the impenitent, Mathew 25. 41. Depart from me you cursed into everlasting Fire prepared for the devil and his Angels: dt j vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc d dt n2 cst vvb np1, np1 crd crd cc j vbz d n1 vvd p-acp dt j, np1 crd crd vvb p-acp pno11 pn22 vvd p-acp j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2: (11) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 173
3270 Every word speaks terrour, depart and Depart cursed into Fire, into everlasting Fire, and Fire prepared for the Devil and his Angels, in their company and under their condemnation and Torment. Every word speaks terror, depart and Depart cursed into Fire, into everlasting Fire, and Fire prepared for the devil and his Angels, in their company and under their condemnation and Torment. d n1 vvz n1, vvb cc vvb vvn p-acp n1, p-acp j n1, cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2, p-acp po32 n1 cc p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 173
3271 Such threatnings one would think should effectually restrain men from their sins, and bring them to Repentance; Such threatenings one would think should effectually restrain men from their Sins, and bring them to Repentance; d n2-vvg pi vmd vvi vmd av-j vvi n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 173
3272 and woe to us if those or Gods other Methods do not effect it. 6. The people of Nineveh Repented upon uncertainty of Success; and woe to us if those or God's other Methods do not Effect it. 6. The people of Nineveh Repented upon uncertainty of Success; cc n1 p-acp pno12 cs d cc ng1 n-jn n2 vdb xx vvi pn31. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 636 Image 173
3273 They were not sure that their Repentance would be accepted; yea they had great reason to fear it would not; They were not sure that their Repentance would be accepted; yea they had great reason to Fear it would not; pns32 vbdr xx j cst po32 n1 vmd vbi vvn; uh pns32 vhd j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 vmd xx; (11) sermon (DIV1) 637 Image 173
3274 for the threatning in the Form seem'd to be absolute. for the threatening in the From seemed to be absolute. p-acp dt j-vvg p-acp dt n1 vvd pc-acp vbi j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 637 Image 173
3275 But they knew that there was certain Ruine in the way in which they were going, But they knew that there was certain Ruin in the Way in which they were going, p-acp pns32 vvd cst pc-acp vbds j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvg, (11) sermon (DIV1) 637 Image 173
3276 and some probability, possibility at least, that the Divine goodness might interpose for them upon their Repentance, and Some probability, possibility At least, that the Divine Goodness might interpose for them upon their Repentance, cc d n1, n1 p-acp ds, cst dt j-jn n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 637 Image 173
3277 and they acted wisely, and took the safer course, they Repented and Repented upon the faint Encouragement of a peradventure, who knows but the Lord may repent and turn, v. 9. But now God hath pleased to give us the fullest, the greatest assurance of Pardon and Favour upon Repentance: and they acted wisely, and took the safer course, they Repented and Repented upon the faint Encouragement of a Peradventure, who knows but the Lord may Repent and turn, v. 9. But now God hath pleased to give us the Fullest, the greatest assurance of Pardon and Favour upon Repentance: cc pns32 vvd av-j, cc vvd dt jc n1, pns32 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt av, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi, n1 crd p-acp av np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 dt js, dt js n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 637 Image 173
3278 for this we have his repeated word and his Oath, and the Blood of his Son and the Testimony of his Spirit: for this we have his repeated word and his Oath, and the Blood of his Son and the Testimony of his Spirit: c-acp d pns12 vhb po31 vvn n1 cc po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 637 Image 173
3279 This is the Covenant he hath made with us, and his Son came into the world to give us the assurance, This is the Covenant he hath made with us, and his Son Come into the world to give us the assurance, d vbz dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, cc po31 n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 637 Image 173
3280 and his Spirit hath always confirmed it, that by these immutable things by which it is impossible for God to lye, we might have strong confidence that our Repentance will be accepted and rewarded. and his Spirit hath always confirmed it, that by these immutable things by which it is impossible for God to lie, we might have strong confidence that our Repentance will be accepted and rewarded. cc po31 n1 vhz av vvn pn31, cst p-acp d j n2 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmd vhi j n1 cst po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 637 Image 173
3281 And 'twill be a very great Instance and aggravation of our hardness, if notwithstanding we go on impenitently in our accustomed sins. And it'll be a very great Instance and aggravation of our hardness, if notwithstanding we go on impenitently in our accustomed Sins. cc pn31|vmb vbi dt av j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, cs a-acp pns12 vvb a-acp av-jn p-acp po12 j-vvn n2. (11) sermon (DIV1) 637 Image 173
3282 7. The men of Nineveh Repented, and they did it speedily, When the Prophet began to enter into the City a days journey, it follows immediately, So the people of Nineveh believed God: 7. The men of Nineveh Repented, and they did it speedily, When the Prophet began to enter into the city a days journey, it follows immediately, So the people of Nineveh believed God: crd dt n2 pp-f np1 vvn, cc pns32 vdd pn31 av-j, c-crq dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 dt n2 n1, pn31 vvz av-j, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd np1: (11) sermon (DIV1) 638 Image 173
3283 They did not stand to consult and deliberate about the business, they did not say to Jonah as Foelix did to St. Paul, We will hear thee some other time of this matter; They did not stand to consult and deliberate about the business, they did not say to Jonah as Felix did to Saint Paul, We will hear thee Some other time of this matter; pns32 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1, pns32 vdd xx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp np1 vdd p-acp n1 np1, pns12 vmb vvi pno21 d j-jn n1 pp-f d n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 638 Image 173
3284 no, They heard and Repented presently. no, They herd and Repented presently. av-dx, pns32 vvd cc vvn av-j. (11) sermon (DIV1) 638 Image 173
3285 But we are apt to procrastinate and delay, and put the work off from one day to another, from youth to manhood, from thence to old age; But we Are apt to procrastinate and Delay, and put the work off from one day to Another, from youth to manhood, from thence to old age; cc-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc vvd dt n1 a-acp p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp av p-acp j n1; (11) sermon (DIV1) 638 Image 173
3286 from the time of Health to Sickness, from thence to a Death-bed, and still cry to morrow and hereafter. from the time of Health to Sickness, from thence to a Deathbed, and still cry to morrow and hereafter. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, p-acp av p-acp dt n1, cc av vvb p-acp n1 cc av. (11) sermon (DIV1) 638 Image 173
3287 But if we think to do it at all, let us take the next time, Delays here are most dangerous, But if we think to do it At all, let us take the next time, Delays Here Are most dangerous, p-acp cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp d, vvb pno12 vvi dt ord n1, n2 av vbr av-ds j, (11) sermon (DIV1) 638 Image 173
3288 and the work will still grow the more difficult: and the work will still grow the more difficult: cc dt n1 vmb av vvi dt av-dc j: (11) sermon (DIV1) 638 Image 173
3289 We are call'd by present Providences to instant Repentance, if we delay yet longer it may be too late, immediate Reformation is expected and required from us, We Are called by present Providences to instant Repentance, if we Delay yet longer it may be too late, immediate Reformation is expected and required from us, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp j-jn n1, cs pns12 vvb av av-jc pn31 vmb vbi av j, j n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12, (11) sermon (DIV1) 638 Image 173
3290 or immediate Judgements are to befal us. And The same Encouragement have we for the work of speedy Repentance as these Ninevites had; or immediate Judgments Are to befall us. And The same Encouragement have we for the work of speedy Repentance as these Ninevites had; cc j n2 vbr pc-acp vvi pno12. cc dt d n1 vhb pns12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 c-acp d np1 vhd; (11) sermon (DIV1) 638 Image 173
3291 for this is most certain, that if we Repent of the Evil we have done, God will also Repent of the Evil he hath said. for this is most certain, that if we repent of the Evil we have done, God will also repent of the Evil he hath said. p-acp d vbz av-ds j, cst cs pns12 vvb pp-f dt j-jn pns12 vhb vdn, np1 vmb av vvi pp-f dt n-jn pns31 vhz vvn. (11) sermon (DIV1) 639 Image 173
3292 Both which gracious Acts of Penance on our part, and Pardon on Gods, that they may be done, God of his infinite Mercy grant through the Merits and Mediation of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, Both which gracious Acts of Penance on our part, and Pardon on God's, that they may be done, God of his infinite Mercy grant through the Merits and Mediation of his Son jesus christ our Lord, av-d r-crq j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc vvb p-acp n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi vdn, np1 pp-f po31 j n1 vvb p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1 np1 po12 n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 639 Image 173
3293 To whom with the Holy Ghost be ascribed by Angels and men, by all things in Heaven and Earth, To whom with the Holy Ghost be ascribed by Angels and men, by all things in Heaven and Earth, p-acp ro-crq p-acp dt j n1 vbb vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, (11) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 173
3294 as is most due, all possible Praise and Power, Might and Majesty, Dominion and Adoration to Eternal Ages. Amen. as is most due, all possible Praise and Power, Might and Majesty, Dominion and Adoration to Eternal Ages. Amen. c-acp vbz av-ds j-jn, d j n1 cc n1, vmd cc n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2. uh-n. (11) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 173
3295 SERMON X. 2 COR. II. 11. For we are not ignorant of his Devices. SERMON X. 2 COR. II 11. For we Are not ignorant of his Devices. n1 fw-la crd fw-la. crd crd c-acp pns12 vbr xx j pp-f po31 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 640 Image 191
3296 THe great and known Enemy of Mankind at tempts our ruine by a double method, that of confest opposition, and flattering insinuation; THe great and known Enemy of Mankind At tempts our ruin by a double method, that of confessed opposition, and flattering insinuation; dt j cc j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvz po12 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst pp-f j-vvn n1, cc j-vvg n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 191
3297 and what he cannot compass by main strength, he endeavours by Stratagem, and by Artifice. and what he cannot compass by main strength, he endeavours by Stratagem, and by Artifice. cc r-crq pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp j n1, pns31 vvz p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 191
3298 In which latter, he hath always been most unhappily successful, prevailing more by Policies, than by Power. In which latter, he hath always been most unhappily successful, prevailing more by Policies, than by Power. p-acp r-crq d, pns31 vhz av vbn av-ds av-j j, vvg av-dc p-acp n2, cs p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 191
3299 Satan is most dangerous in the livery of Religion, and the appearing Angel of light hath done more execution, Satan is most dangerous in the livery of Religion, and the appearing Angel of Light hath done more execution, np1 vbz av-ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 vhz vdn dc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 191
3300 than the known Prince of Darkness. than the known Prince of Darkness. cs dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 641 Image 191
3301 Indeed in the early times of Christianity, it's enemy and ours thought to have over-born and crusht it by open ways of violence; Indeed in the early times of Christianity, it's enemy and ours Thought to have overborne and crushed it by open ways of violence; av p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, pn31|vbz n1 cc png12 vvd pc-acp vhi j cc vvn pn31 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 191
3302 and therefore vigorously assaulted this new and naked Religion, with all the force that Wit and Interest, Power and Malice combined, could draw together; and Therefore vigorously assaulted this new and naked Religion, with all the force that Wit and Interest, Power and Malice combined, could draw together; cc av av-j vvn d j cc j n1, p-acp d dt n1 cst n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 vvn, vmd vvi av; (12) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 191
3303 and with all that rage, that Hellish zeal could inspire, flew upon the naked Infant, that had no captivating arts to recommend, no visible aids to assist it: and with all that rage, that Hellish zeal could inspire, flew upon the naked Infant, that had no captivating arts to recommend, no visible aids to assist it: cc p-acp d cst n1, cst j n1 vmd vvi, vvd p-acp dt j n1, cst vhd dx j-vvg n2 pc-acp vvi, dx j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31: (12) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 191
3304 But Innocence was too powerful for Arms, and Truth and Vertue for assault; But Innocence was too powerful for Arms, and Truth and Virtue for assault; cc-acp n1 vbds av j c-acp n2, cc n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 191
3305 and the Designer perceiving that this persecuted Christianity did but brighten and grow more conspicuous by the Flames he kindled against it: and the Designer perceiving that this persecuted Christianity did but brighten and grow more conspicuous by the Flames he kindled against it: cc dt n1 vvg cst d vvn np1 vdd p-acp vvi cc vvi av-dc j p-acp dt n2 pns31 vvd p-acp pn31: (12) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 191
3306 That the injured Innocents prevail'd more on the World by their Patience, than their enemies did on them by their Cruelties: That the injured Innocents prevailed more on the World by their Patience, than their enemies did on them by their Cruelties: cst dt j-vvn n2-jn vvd av-dc p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, cs po32 n2 vdd p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 191
3307 That this hated, this maligned Religion stood like a Rock in the Sea, while the spightful Waves and foaming Billows did but dash and break themselves against it. That this hated, this maligned Religion stood like a Rock in the Sea, while the spiteful Waves and foaming Billows did but dash and break themselves against it. cst d vvd, d vvd n1 vvd av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cs dt j n2 cc j-vvg n2 vdd p-acp vvi cc vvi px32 p-acp pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 191
3308 I say, perceiving how little success he had in his assaults, he betakes him to his arts and his devices. I say, perceiving how little success he had in his assaults, he betakes him to his arts and his devices. pns11 vvb, vvg c-crq j n1 pns31 vhd p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n2 cc po31 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 191
3309 He pretends to that which he designs against: and gets into Religion that he might overthrow it: He pretends to that which he designs against: and gets into Religion that he might overthrow it: pns31 vvz p-acp d r-crq pns31 n2 p-acp: cc vvz p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31: (12) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 191
3310 And this design he hath been ever since carrying on in the world, viz. to destroy Religion by it self. And this Design he hath been ever since carrying on in the world, viz. to destroy Religion by it self. cc d n1 pns31 vhz vbn av c-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 191
3311 And if ever Christianity be exploded, 'tis like to be by a Spirit that highly pretends unto it: And if ever Christianity be exploded, it's like to be by a Spirit that highly pretends unto it: cc cs av np1 vbi vvn, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 cst av-j vvz p-acp pn31: (12) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 191
3312 So that the roaring of the Lyon is not so formidable as the wily subtilties of the Serpent: So that the roaring of the lion is not so formidable as the wily subtleties of the Serpent: av cst dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz xx av j c-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 191
3313 And the Deceiver in the close Pharisee is more dangerous than Satan in the Publican and open Sinner. And the Deceiver in the close Pharisee is more dangerous than Satan in the Publican and open Sinner. cc dt n1 p-acp dt j np1 vbz av-dc j cs np1 p-acp dt n1 cc j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 642 Image 191
3314 Now the way to defeat frauds and wiles, is to understand them, and the Designer is disappointed assoon as his practices are discovered; Now the Way to defeat frauds and wiles, is to understand them, and the Designer is disappointed As soon as his practices Are discovered; av dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2, vbz pc-acp vvi pno32, cc dt n1 vbz vvn av p-acp po31 n2 vbr vvn; (12) sermon (DIV1) 643 Image 191
3315 we therefore owe this care to the interest of our souls, to endeavour to be acquainted with the arts of our enemy; we Therefore owe this care to the Interest of our Souls, to endeavour to be acquainted with the arts of our enemy; pns12 av vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 643 Image 191
3316 and we shall be secure from the danger of their influence, when We are not ignorant of his Devices. and we shall be secure from the danger of their influence, when We Are not ignorant of his Devices. cc pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, c-crq pns12 vbr xx j pp-f po31 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 643 Image 191
3317 Now the chief Devices of the Grand Designer are levell'd against the Glory of God, the Peace of the Church, our Faith and a good life. Now the chief Devices of the Grand Designer Are leveled against the Glory of God, the Peace of the Church, our Faith and a good life. av dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt j n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, po12 n1 cc dt j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 644 Image 191
3318 All which in some of their main branches, I shall endeavour faithfully to discover; All which in Some of their main branches, I shall endeavour faithfully to discover; av-d r-crq p-acp d pp-f po32 j n2, pns11 vmb vvi av-j pc-acp vvi; (12) sermon (DIV1) 644 Image 191
3319 and though I foresee my discourse will light on things which are very sacred with some who will be angry with every one that is not fond of their darling devices, and though I foresee my discourse will Light on things which Are very sacred with Some who will be angry with every one that is not found of their darling devices, cc cs pns11 vvb po11 n1 vmb vvi p-acp n2 r-crq vbr av j p-acp d r-crq vmb vbi j p-acp d pi cst vbz xx j pp-f po32 j-jn n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 644 Image 191
3320 yet I shall not keep the Devils Counsel, because I know they are not so much theirs, as his. yet I shall not keep the Devils Counsel, Because I know they Are not so much theirs, as his. av pns11 vmb xx vvi dt ng1 n1, c-acp pns11 vvb pns32 vbr xx av av-d png32, c-acp png31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 644 Image 191
3321 And the more men are taken with the pretence, in the greater danger are they of the mischief. And the more men Are taken with the pretence, in the greater danger Are they of the mischief. cc dt dc n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt jc n1 vbr pns32 pp-f dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 644 Image 191
3322 To begin then with the first Head proposed, Satan deviseth against the Glory of God, To begin then with the First Head proposed, Satan devises against the Glory of God, pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt ord n1 vvn, np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 645 Image 191
3323 and that in these instances, viz. against his Goodness, his Grace, his Spirit, and his Worship. and that in these instances, viz. against his goodness, his Grace, his Spirit, and his Worship. cc cst p-acp d n2, n1 p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, cc po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 645 Image 191
3324 (1.) Satan designs against the Glory of Gods goodness. (1.) Satan designs against the Glory of God's Goodness. (crd) np1 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 191
3325 The goodness of God is his nature, and the fountain of his actions, NONLATINALPHABET, saith the Philosopher, The Goodness of God is his nature, and the fountain of his actions,, Says the Philosopher, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2,, vvz dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 191
3326 and God is love, saith the Apostle. and God is love, Says the Apostle. cc np1 vbz n1, vvz dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 191
3327 And the most suitable apprehension we can form of God, is to look on him as an Infinite, Eternal, And the most suitable apprehension we can from of God, is to look on him as an Infinite, Eternal, cc dt av-ds j n1 pns12 vmb vvi pp-f np1, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j, j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 191
3328 and Almighty Love, as that benign fountain that is continually overflowing, and that glorious Sun that is always shedding abroad its beams and brightness. and Almighty Love, as that benign fountain that is continually overflowing, and that glorious Sun that is always shedding abroad its beams and brightness. cc j-jn n1, c-acp cst j n1 cst vbz av-j vvg, cc cst j n1 cst vbz av vvg av po31 n2 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 191
3329 Indeed the dry essence of God we cannot know, 'tis hid from our sight, and our approaches in dazling glory, and light inaccessible: Indeed the dry essence of God we cannot know, it's hid from our sighed, and our Approaches in dazzling glory, and Light inaccessible: np1 dt j n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vmbx vvi, pn31|vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1, cc po12 n2 p-acp vvg n1, cc vvi j: (12) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 191
3330 But his nature, that is, the Principle of his actions, is his goodness; But his nature, that is, the Principle of his actions, is his Goodness; cc-acp po31 n1, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, vbz po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 191
3331 and his attributes are but the several modes and variegations of Almighty Love, from which they differ but as the colours of the Rain-bow do from the light of the Sun. This then is the dearest and most God-like Attribute, and his attributes Are but the several modes and variegations of Almighty Love, from which they differ but as the colours of the Rainbow do from the Light of the Sun. This then is the dearest and most Godlike Attribute, cc po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb cc-acp c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 av vbz dt js-jn cc av-ds j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 191
3332 and the Divine glory is most concern'd in the honour of his goodness; and the Divine glory is most concerned in the honour of his Goodness; cc dt j-jn n1 vbz av-ds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 191
3333 and against this Satan hath in these latter days especially been most subtilly and unhappily designing. and against this Satan hath in these latter days especially been most subtly and unhappily designing. cc p-acp d np1 vhz p-acp d d n2 av-j vbn av-ds av-j cc av-j vvg. (12) sermon (DIV1) 646 Image 191
3334 For perceiving that the notion of a God was so deeply prest upon the Souls of men, that there was no erasing, no plucking it thence: For perceiving that the notion of a God was so deeply pressed upon the Souls of men, that there was no erasing, no plucking it thence: p-acp vvg cst dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vbds av av-jn vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cst a-acp vbds dx j, av-dx vvg pn31 av: (12) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 191
3335 He endeavours to corrupt and undermine what he could not otherwise destroy. He endeavours to corrupt and undermine what he could not otherwise destroy. pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq pns31 vmd xx av vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 191
3336 And if he cannot obtain of the world to say with the Fool, There is no God, he'l attempt to perswade them to believe, that God is like him, And if he cannot obtain of the world to say with the Fool, There is no God, He'll attempt to persuade them to believe, that God is like him, cc cs pns31 vmbx vvi pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, a-acp vbz dx n1, pns31|vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vbz av-j pno31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 191
3337 or themselves, and so is worse than none: or themselves, and so is Worse than none: cc px32, cc av vbz jc cs pix: (12) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 191
3338 which he doth by instilling notions into the minds of men, vastly prejudicial to the honour of his goodness, which he does by instilling notions into the minds of men, vastly prejudicial to the honour of his Goodness, r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp vvg n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 191
3339 and representing him as cruel, merciless, and tyrannical, as one that hath made Myriads of excellent creatures, to make them miserable for ever, and representing him as cruel, merciless, and tyrannical, as one that hath made Myriads of excellent creatures, to make them miserable for ever, cc vvg pno31 p-acp j, j, cc j, c-acp pi cst vhz vvn crd pp-f j n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 j p-acp av, (12) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 191
3340 and who delights in triumphing over the wretched and calamitous whom meer unaccountable Will hath made so. and who delights in triumphing over the wretched and calamitous whom mere unaccountable Will hath made so. cc r-crq vvz p-acp vvg p-acp dt j cc j r-crq j j n1 vhz vvn av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 191
3341 As one that hath involv'd the greatest part of his best Creation in black and dismal fates, As one that hath involved the greatest part of his best Creation in black and dismal fates, p-acp pi cst vhz vvn dt js n1 pp-f po31 js n1 p-acp j-jn cc j n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 191
3342 before they sin'd or had a being, that do what they can, will dragg them into the Regions of endless woe and pain. before they sinned or had a being, that do what they can, will drag them into the Regions of endless woe and pain. c-acp pns32 vvd cc vhd dt vbg, cst vdb r-crq pns32 vmb, vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 191
3343 Thus representing the God of Love, under the character of the most detestable Cruelty and Injustice, Thus representing the God of Love, under the character of the most detestable Cruelty and Injustice, av vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 191
3344 and making him who is a Lover of men, an Almighty Cannibal, and an Idol more black than the God of the barbarous Americans. and making him who is a Lover of men, an Almighty Cannibal, and an Idol more black than the God of the barbarous Americans. cc vvg pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, dt j-jn n1, cc dt n1 av-dc j-jn cs dt n1 pp-f dt j np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 647 Image 191
3345 Which sowre and injurious apprehensions of God had never enter'd upon the minds of men, by profest and open ways of opposing that goodness which shines with so clear a beam into our Souls, Which sour and injurious apprehensions of God had never entered upon the minds of men, by professed and open ways of opposing that Goodness which shines with so clear a beam into our Souls, r-crq j cc j n2 pp-f np1 vhd av-x vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp j-vvn cc j n2 pp-f vvg d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp av j dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3346 and is writ upon every leaf of the sacred volume, and external nature; and therefore the cunning agent hath insinuated them by a Device; and is writ upon every leaf of the sacred volume, and external nature; and Therefore the cunning agent hath insinuated them by a Device; cc vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc j n1; cc av dt j-jn n1 vhz vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3347 pretending himself a mighty Zelot for the glory of God's absolute will, power, and prerogative over his Creatures, which he hath strain'd and forc'd beyond all the bounds of Right, Just, and Good. pretending himself a mighty Zealot for the glory of God's absolute will, power, and prerogative over his Creatures, which he hath strained and forced beyond all the bounds of Right, Just, and Good. vvg px31 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn cc vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n-jn, j, cc j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3348 And by such representations he knows he doth no real honour to these Attributes, but reflects a certain disparagement upon the divine goodness. And by such representations he knows he does no real honour to these Attributes, but reflects a certain disparagement upon the divine Goodness. cc p-acp d n2 pns31 vvz pns31 vdz av-dx j n1 p-acp d n2, cc-acp vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3349 For a Will that is arbitrary, and not govern'd by goodness and wisdome, is meer unaccountable humour and womanish impotence, For a Will that is arbitrary, and not governed by Goodness and Wisdom, is mere unaccountable humour and womanish impotence, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j-jn, cc xx vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, vbz j j n1 cc j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3350 and not becoming him who acts by the Council of his own will according to the Apostle; yea and the Heathen Poet, NONLATINALPHABET. and not becoming him who acts by the Council of his own will according to the Apostle; yea and the Heathen Poet,. cc xx vvg pno31 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1 vvg p-acp dt n1; uh cc dt j-jn n1,. (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3351 And that power and prerogative, that is a perfection of the divine nature, is always in conjunction with the milder and sweeter attributes, he cannot lye, he cannot destroy him, saith the Apostle: And that power and prerogative, that is a perfection of the divine nature, is always in conjunction with the milder and Sweeten attributes, he cannot lie, he cannot destroy him, Says the Apostle: cc d n1 cc n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vbz av p-acp n1 p-acp dt jc cc jc n2, pns31 vmbx vvi, pns31 vmbx vvi pno31, vvz dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3352 He cannot act contrarily to the rules of his infinitely perfect essence. He cannot act contrarily to the rules of his infinitely perfect essence. pns31 vmbx vvi av-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 av-j j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3353 And indeed to act inconsistently with the eternal laws of Right and Good, is not only cruelty and injustice, but impotency, and weakness. And indeed to act inconsistently with the Eternal laws of Right and Good, is not only cruelty and injustice, but impotency, and weakness. cc av pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j-jn cc j, vbz xx av-j n1 cc n1, p-acp n1, cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3354 So that this mighty noise of the glory of Gods absolute power and prerogative, in contriving and resolving the ruine of his creatures, is no exaltation of any perfection in God, So that this mighty noise of the glory of God's absolute power and prerogative, in contriving and resolving the ruin of his creatures, is no exaltation of any perfection in God, av cst d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, vbz dx n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3355 but a sad and particular execution upon his goodness, and consequently upon Religion, the foundation of which is laid in Love to God, which is fatally overthrown by such sowre and surly notions of him, but a sad and particular execution upon his Goodness, and consequently upon Religion, the Foundation of which is laid in Love to God, which is fatally overthrown by such sour and surly notions of him, cc-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc av-j p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz av-j vvn p-acp d j cc j n2 pp-f pno31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3356 as represent him as the hater of his creatures. as represent him as the hater of his creatures. c-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3357 And when such apprehensions (as one hath well observ'd) meet with stout and resolute tempers, they do but canker them against such a Being, so that first they wish he were not, And when such apprehensions (as one hath well observed) meet with stout and resolute tempers, they do but canker them against such a Being, so that First they wish he were not, cc c-crq d n2 (c-acp pi vhz av vvn) vvb p-acp j cc j n2, pns32 vdb p-acp n1 pno32 p-acp d dt vbg, av cst ord pns32 vvb pns31 vbdr xx, (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3358 and then easily perswade themselves he is not. and then Easily persuade themselves he is not. cc av av-j vvi px32 pns31 vbz xx. (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3359 Or, if such opinions of God light on the more timorous and passive spirits, they do but fright them into some poor sneaking, forc'd and feminine devotions, which are devoid of all heart and life. Or, if such opinions of God Light on the more timorous and passive spirits, they do but fright them into Some poor sneaking, forced and Faemin devotions, which Are devoid of all heart and life. cc, cs d n2 pp-f np1 n1 p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n2, pns32 vdb p-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d j vvg, j-vvn cc j n2, r-crq vbr j pp-f d n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3360 And thus the success of the first device against the glory of the divine goodness, is either Atheism, And thus the success of the First device against the glory of the divine Goodness, is either Atheism, cc av dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vbz d n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3361 or a Superstition that is near it. But (2.) Satan deviseth against the glory of God, by disparaging his Grace; or a Superstition that is near it. But (2.) Satan devises against the glory of God, by disparaging his Grace; cc dt n1 cst vbz av-j pn31. p-acp (crd) np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 648 Image 191
3362 which he doth by detracting from the fulness, under pretence of exalting the freeness of it. which he does by detracting from the fullness, under pretence of exalting the freeness of it. r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp n-vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 191
3363 The Enemy of Mankind is envious at that Grace the Divine goodness affords us, and denies him, The Enemy of Mankind is envious At that Grace the Divine Goodness affords us, and Denies him, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j p-acp d n1 dt j-jn n1 vvz pno12, cc vvz pno31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 191
3364 and because he cannot confine the bounty of Heaven, or hinder the beams from descending from above, he'l endeavour to raise clouds below that shall intercept them, and Because he cannot confine the bounty of Heaven, or hinder the beams from descending from above, He'll endeavour to raise Clouds below that shall intercept them, cc c-acp pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt n2 p-acp vvg p-acp a-acp, pns31|vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d vmb vvi pno32, (12) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 191
3365 and deprive us of their influence, which he doth by suggesting narrow and diminishing apprehensions of the grace of God, and deprive us of their influence, which he does by suggesting narrow and diminishing apprehensions of the grace of God, cc vvb pno12 pp-f po32 n1, r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp vvg j cc vvg n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 191
3366 and representing it as an arbitrary, contracted desultory thing, bestowed only here and there by humoursome measures, and representing it as an arbitrary, contracted desultory thing, bestowed only Here and there by humoursome measures, cc vvg pn31 p-acp dt j-jn, j-vvn n1 n1, vvd av-j av cc a-acp p-acp j n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 191
3367 and directed by no rule but that of meer unaccountable will, by which abusive representation, the glory of the divine Grace, which consists in its universal diffusion, is clouded and eclipst, and directed by no Rule but that of mere unaccountable will, by which abusive representation, the glory of the divine Grace, which consists in its universal diffusion, is clouded and eclipsed, cc vvn p-acp dx n1 p-acp d pp-f j j n1, p-acp r-crq j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, r-crq vvz p-acp po31 j n1, vbz vvn cc vvn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 191
3368 and the minds of men hindred from apprehending what they enjoy, and from enjoying what without such an abuse they could not but apprehend. and the minds of men hindered from apprehending what they enjoy, and from enjoying what without such an abuse they could not but apprehend. cc dt n2 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp vvg r-crq pns32 vvb, cc p-acp vvg r-crq p-acp d dt n1 pns32 vmd xx cc-acp vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 649 Image 191
3369 This is the design and the mischievous issue which to cover and to propagate, the cunning Machinator pretends the exaltation of the freeness of that grace which he designs to dishonour and defeat. This is the Design and the mischievous issue which to cover and to propagate, the cunning Machinator pretends the exaltation of the freeness of that grace which he designs to dishonour and defeat. d vbz dt n1 cc dt j n1 r-crq pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi, dt j-jn np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns31 n2 p-acp n1 cc vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 191
3370 He raiseth a mighty cry of Free Grace, and intitles the Libellings of divine goodness by the specious name of Vindiciae gratiae. He fills mens heads and mouths with Grace, Grace: He Raiseth a mighty cry of Free Grace, and entitles the Libellings of divine Goodness by the specious name of Vindiciae Gratiae. He fills men's Heads and mouths with Grace, Grace: pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f j n1, cc vvz dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 fw-la. pns31 vvz ng2 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 191
3371 O the freeness of Gods grace! Nothing will be admitted but what comes in the Livery of grace; Oh the freeness of God's grace! Nothing will be admitted but what comes in the Livery of grace; uh dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1! pix vmb vbi vvn p-acp r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 191
3372 men are pleased with the very word, and tickled with that dear and agreeable sound: all discourses are insipid that are not full of free grace; men Are pleased with the very word, and tickled with that dear and agreeable found: all discourses Are insipid that Are not full of free grace; n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc vvn p-acp d j-jn cc j n1: d n2 vbr j cst vbr xx j pp-f j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 191
3373 and he will not be allow'd to know any thing of it, that is not rapt up into the ecstasie of admiring it. and he will not be allowed to know any thing of it, that is not rapt up into the ecstasy of admiring it. cc pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f pn31, cst vbz xx vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 650 Image 191
3374 Who would think now that such a Spirit as this, that so highly pretends to exalt Grace, should really disparage it, Who would think now that such a Spirit as this, that so highly pretends to exalt Grace, should really disparage it, r-crq vmd vvi av cst d dt n1 c-acp d, cst av av-j vvz pc-acp vvi n1, vmd av-j vvi pn31, (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3375 and undermine it? Who would think that the enemy of Gods Grace, blew in this humour upon the world, and undermine it? Who would think that the enemy of God's Grace, blew in this humour upon the world, cc vvi pn31? q-crq vmd vvi d dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvd p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3376 and kinled this mighty zeal that seems so gloriously to illustrate and recommend it? And yet we may see reason to believe so, and kinled this mighty zeal that seems so gloriously to illustrate and recommend it? And yet we may see reason to believe so, cc vvd d j n1 cst vvz av av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31? cc av pns12 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi av, (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3377 when we shall consider that this Free Grace, that is so magnificently talkt of, is infinitely unworthy God, when we shall Consider that this Free Grace, that is so magnificently talked of, is infinitely unworthy God, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi cst d j n1, cst vbz av av-j vvd pp-f, vbz av-j j np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3378 and prejudicial to his Glory, both in the notion of Free, and in the notion of Grace. For a thus admired, and prejudicial to his Glory, both in the notion of Free, and in the notion of Grace. For a thus admired, cc j p-acp po31 n1, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f j, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. p-acp dt av vvd, (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3379 thus celebrated freeness, is but an humoursome doating on a party, which self-admirers are pleas'd to call the Elect, that is, those of their own fashion and likeness. thus celebrated freeness, is but an humoursome doting on a party, which Self-admirers Are pleased to call the Elect, that is, those of their own fashion and likeness. av vvn n1, vbz p-acp dt j n-vvg p-acp dt n1, r-crq n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt j, cst vbz, d pp-f po32 d n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3380 They first fansie themselves the favourites and special darlings of Heaven, not from any reason they have to think so from the goodness of their lives, They First fancy themselves the favourites and special darlings of Heaven, not from any reason they have to think so from the Goodness of their lives, pns32 ord n1 px32 dt n2 cc j n2-jn pp-f n1, xx p-acp d n1 pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3381 but the strength of their imaginations, which furnish them with strong and proud presumptions; but the strength of their Imaginations, which furnish them with strong and proud presumptions; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq vvb pno32 p-acp j cc j n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3382 and then they admire (and well they may) the freeness of that grace which chooseth them to be the darlings, and then they admire (and well they may) the freeness of that grace which chooses them to be the darlings, cc cs pns32 vvb (cc av pns32 vmb) dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi dt n2-jn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3383 and peculiar people, with as little reason, as they can conceit themselves to be so. and peculiar people, with as little reason, as they can conceit themselves to be so. cc j n1, p-acp p-acp j n1, c-acp pns32 vmb n1 px32 pc-acp vbi av. (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3384 And thus the freeness they commend in God, is that we call childish and unreasonable fondness in our selves; And thus the freeness they commend in God, is that we call childish and unreasonable fondness in our selves; cc av dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp np1, vbz cst pns12 vvb j cc j n1 p-acp po12 n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3385 which is infinitely unbecoming him, who is a lover of Righteousness, and no respecter of persons: who acts by the eternal Laws of Right and Good, which is infinitely unbecoming him, who is a lover of Righteousness, and no respecter of Persons: who acts by the Eternal Laws of Right and Good, r-crq vbz av-j j pno31, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dx n1 pp-f n2: r-crq n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j-jn cc j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3386 and not by the feminine measures of impotent humour and indulgence, and the freeness of whose Grace consists not in loving or favouring us, without reason, and not by the Faemin measures of impotent humour and indulgence, and the freeness of whose Grace consists not in loving or favouring us, without reason, cc xx p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f rg-crq n1 vvz xx p-acp vvg cc vvg pno12, p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3387 but for reasons drawn from the benignity and perfection of his own nature, which communicates without external motive or constraint, without bounds or possibility of impediment. but for Reasons drawn from the benignity and perfection of his own nature, which communicates without external motive or constraint, without bounds or possibility of impediment. cc-acp p-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 d n1, r-crq n2 p-acp j n1 cc n1, p-acp n2 cc n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3388 And thus we see how a corrupt and abusive notion of the freedom of Gods grace, hath been insinuated by this device to the prejudice of his Glory. And thus we see how a corrupt and abusive notion of the freedom of God's grace, hath been insinuated by this device to the prejudice of his Glory. cc av pns12 vvb c-crq dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vhz vbn vvd p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3389 And as free grace has been misrepresented in the notion of Free, so also hath it been corruptly taught in the notion of Grace, which some have represented as a violence the divine power offers unto our wills; And as free grace has been misrepresented in the notion of Free, so also hath it been corruptly taught in the notion of Grace, which Some have represented as a violence the divine power offers unto our wills; cc c-acp j n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j, av av vhz pn31 vbn av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq d vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp po12 n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3390 at least, superinducing a foreign quality upon us, to which we contribute nothing, which makes us NONLATINALPHABET, At least, superinducing a foreign quality upon us, to which we contribute nothing, which makes us, p-acp ds, vvg dt j n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvi pix, r-crq vvz pno12, (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3391 as the Heathen expresses it, Good and happy by a certain fate. So that good men are but a better sort of Engines. as the Heathen Expresses it, Good and happy by a certain fate. So that good men Are but a better sort of Engines. c-acp dt j-jn vvz pn31, j cc j p-acp dt j n1. av cst j n2 vbr p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3392 By which notion of grace God is supposed to contradict the laws himself hath establisht in the Universe, which have provided that every thing act consonantly to the rules of their own natures. By which notion of grace God is supposed to contradict the laws himself hath established in the Universe, which have provided that every thing act consonantly to the rules of their own nature's. p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 px31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1, q-crq vhb vvn cst d n1 vvi av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 d n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3393 Besides which, such an irresistible impulse as this, defeats the doctrine of Rewards and Punishments. Beside which, such an irresistible impulse as this, defeats the Doctrine of Rewards and Punishments. p-acp r-crq, d dt j n1 c-acp d, vvz dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3394 For who is rewarded for actions that are prefectly anothers, or who is punish'd for what he could not help? And if grace be such a force as makes men good irresistibly, For who is rewarded for actions that Are prefectly another's, or who is punished for what he could not help? And if grace be such a force as makes men good irresistibly, p-acp r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n2 cst vbr av-j j-jn, cc r-crq vbz vvn p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi? cc cs n1 vbb d dt n1 c-acp vvz n2 j av-j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3395 and this Grace bestow'd only on one here, and another there, meerly as arbitrary Will shall dispose it; and this Grace bestowed only on one Here, and Another there, merely as arbitrary Will shall dispose it; cc d n1 vvd av-j p-acp pi av, cc j-jn a-acp, av-j c-acp j-jn n1 vmb vvi pn31; (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3396 the greatest part of men (for ought I see) will have fair apology for their sins, at least for their neglects, the greatest part of men (for ought I see) will have fair apology for their Sins, At least for their neglects, dt js n1 pp-f n2 (c-acp pi pns11 vvb) vmb vhi j n1 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp ds p-acp po32 vvz, (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3397 since they wanted that which was necessary to make them better, and God alone could have given them. — NONLATINALPHABET NONLATINALPHABET — since they wanted that which was necessary to make them better, and God alone could have given them. — — c-acp pns32 vvd d r-crq vbds j pc-acp vvi pno32 av-jc, cc np1 av-j vmd vhi vvn pno32. — — (12) sermon (DIV1) 651 Image 191
3398 was the Apology of the Heathen, and might be all mens else upon this supposal. was the Apology of the Heathen, and might be all men's Else upon this supposal. vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, cc vmd vbi d ng2 av p-acp d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 191
3399 And to this I add, that such a notion of Gods grace, lays a foundation for sloth and remission of all endeavour. And to this I add, that such a notion of God's grace, lays a Foundation for sloth and remission of all endeavour. cc p-acp d pns11 vvb, cst d dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 191
3400 For whoever believes that the grace of God where it comes is like a mighty current that bears down all before it, irresistibly forceth our wills to a compliance, For whoever believes that the grace of God where it comes is like a mighty current that bears down all before it, irresistibly forceth our wills to a compliance, p-acp r-crq vvz d dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pn31 vvz vbz av-j dt j n1 cst vvz a-acp d c-acp pn31, av-j vvz po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 191
3401 and makes such sudden and miraculous changes upon our natures: and makes such sudden and miraculous changes upon our nature's: cc vvz d j cc j n2 p-acp po12 n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 191
3402 I say whoever believes this, and thinks also that this grace is necessary to make him good and happy, and that nothing he can do can obtain it, or draw it near him; I say whoever believes this, and thinks also that this grace is necessary to make him good and happy, and that nothing he can do can obtain it, or draw it near him; pns11 vvb r-crq vvz d, cc vvz av cst d n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31 j cc j, cc cst pix pns31 vmb vdi vmb vvi pn31, cc vvb pn31 vvi pno31; (12) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 191
3403 what can we expect, but that such a man should neglect all care and diligence in order to the making himself better, in expectation of this necessary irresistible Grace, without which his endeavours are at the best impertinent? and who is so ridiculous to digg for the wind to fill his Sails, what can we expect, but that such a man should neglect all care and diligence in order to the making himself better, in expectation of this necessary irresistible Grace, without which his endeavours Are At the best impertinent? and who is so ridiculous to dig for the wind to fill his Sails, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi, cc-acp cst d dt n1 vmd vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg px31 j, p-acp n1 pp-f d j j n1, p-acp r-crq po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt js j? cc q-crq vbz av j p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 191
3404 or to endeavour to set to Sea without it? or to endeavour to Set to Sea without it? cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pn31? (12) sermon (DIV1) 652 Image 191
3405 We see then how the fulness and glory of the divine grace have been undermined by plausible and dangerous conceits that have crept into the world under the notion of free grace, dishonourable to God, We see then how the fullness and glory of the divine grace have been undermined by plausible and dangerous conceits that have crept into the world under the notion of free grace, dishonourable to God, pns12 vvb av c-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vhb vbn vvn p-acp j cc j n2 cst vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, j p-acp np1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 191
3406 and injurious to the interest of mens Souls. And this is the second device I proposed to detect. and injurious to the Interest of men's Souls. And this is the second device I proposed to detect. cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2. cc d vbz dt ord n1 pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 653 Image 191
3407 Thirdly then, another design Satan manageth against Gods glory, is to disparage and vilifie his Spirit, which he doth by ascribing to it the foolish, Thirdly then, Another Design Satan manageth against God's glory, is to disparage and vilify his Spirit, which he does by ascribing to it the foolish, ord av, j-jn n1 np1 vvz p-acp npg1 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp vvg p-acp pn31 dt j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 191
3408 and sometimes wicked impulses, the fond and extravagant conceits of the sons of imagination. and sometime wicked impulses, the found and extravagant conceits of the Sons of imagination. cc av j n2, dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 191
3409 For as of old when he perceived he could not overcome the belief and acknowledgement of a Deity: For as of old when he perceived he could not overcome the belief and acknowledgement of a Deity: p-acp a-acp pp-f n1 c-crq pns31 vvd pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 191
3410 He multiplied Gods, and Deified things of the meanest and vilest rank and nature; even stocks and stones, vices and diseases: He multiplied God's, and Deified things of the Meanest and Vilest rank and nature; even stocks and stones, vices and diseases: pns31 vvd n2, cc vvn n2 pp-f dt js cc js n1 cc n1; av n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2: (12) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 191
3411 in like manner perceiving now that he cannot hinder the influence of the Spirit of God from being acknowledg'd in the world: in like manner perceiving now that he cannot hinder the influence of the Spirit of God from being acknowledged in the world: p-acp j n1 vvg av cst pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 191
3412 He crys up every folly and hot imagination, for the work of the Spirit: He cries up every folly and hight imagination, for the work of the Spirit: pns31 vvz a-acp d n1 cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 191
3413 He entitles it to boyling passion, under the name of zeal, and to the diseases of mens fancies, melancholy, He entitles it to boiling passion, under the name of zeal, and to the diseases of men's fancies, melancholy, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp j-vvg n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f ng2 n2, j-jn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 191
3414 and phrensie under the name of the Spirits motions. and frenzy under the name of the Spirits motions. cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 191
3415 Thus when kindled melancholly hath inflamed the imagination with hot and scalding conceits, and the fired Fancy gets into the Revelations, opens the Seals, pours out the Viols, Thus when kindled melancholy hath inflamed the imagination with hight and scalding conceits, and the fired Fancy gets into the Revelations, Opens the Seals, pours out the Viols, av c-crq j-vvn j-jn vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp j cc j-vvg n2, cc dt vvn n1 vvz p-acp dt n2, vvz dt n2, vvz av dt n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 191
3416 and fantastically interprets the Fates of Kingdoms; and fantastically interprets the Fates of Kingdoms; cc av-j vvz dt n2 pp-f n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 191
3417 when 'tis mounted on the Wings of the Wind, flys into the Clouds, and flutters there in Mystical nonsense, when it's mounted on the Wings of the Wind, flys into the Clouds, and flutters there in Mystical nonsense, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp dt n2, cc n2 a-acp p-acp j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 191
3418 when it flows into the tongue in an extravagant ramble, and abuseth the name and word of God, mingling it with canting, unintelligible babble; when it flows into the tongue in an extravagant ramble, and abuseth the name and word of God, mingling it with canting, unintelligible babble; c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j vvi, cc vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvg pn31 p-acp vvg, j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 191
3419 I say, when the diseased and the disturbed Fancy thus variously displays it self, Satan makes men believe they are acted by the Spirit, I say, when the diseased and the disturbed Fancy thus variously displays it self, Satan makes men believe they Are acted by the Spirit, pns11 vvb, c-crq dt j-vvn cc dt j-vvn n1 av av-j vvz pn31 n1, np1 vvz n2 vvb pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 191
3420 and that those wild agitations of sick imagination are divine motions. and that those wild agitations of sick imagination Are divine motions. cc cst d j n2 pp-f j n1 vbr j-jn n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 654 Image 191
3421 And when this fire is descended from the fancy to the affections, and these, being extreamly moved by those vain and proud conceits, cause tremblings and foamings, convulsions and ecstasies in the body (all which are but natural diseases, And when this fire is descended from the fancy to the affections, and these, being extremely moved by those vain and proud conceits, cause tremblings and foamings, convulsions and ecstasies in the body (all which Are but natural diseases, cc c-crq d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2, cc d, vbg av-jn vvn p-acp d j cc j n2, vvb n2-vvg cc n2-vvg, n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 (d r-crq vbr cc-acp j n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 655 Image 191
3422 if not worse, and just such as were those odd ecstatical motions of the Devils Priests, if not Worse, and just such as were those odd ecstatical motions of the Devils Priests, cs xx jc, cc av d c-acp vbdr d j j n2 pp-f dt ng1 n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 655 Image 191
3423 when they came foaming from his Altars.) These I say the same wicked Designer hath taught these wild Phantasticks blasphemously to ascribe to the blessed, and adorable Spirit. when they Come foaming from his Altars.) These I say the same wicked Designer hath taught these wild Phantastics blasphemously to ascribe to the blessed, and adorable Spirit. c-crq pns32 vvd vvg p-acp po31 n2.) np1 pns11 vvb dt d j n1 vhz vvn d j n2-j av-j p-acp vvi p-acp dt j-vvn, cc j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 655 Image 191
3424 And when, their fancies being full of turgid notions and their bodies in an ecstasie, they dream of strange sights, voices, And when, their fancies being full of turgid notions and their bodies in an ecstasy, they dream of strange sights, voices, cc c-crq, po32 n2 vbg j pp-f j n2 cc po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb pp-f j n2, n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 655 Image 191
3425 and wonderful discoveries, which are nothing but the unquiet agitations of their disorder'd brains. and wondered discoveries, which Are nothing but the unquiet agitations of their disordered brains. cc j n2, r-crq vbr pix p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 j-vvn n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 655 Image 191
3426 These also Satan perswades them to be divine Revelations, and effects of the Spirit of God shewing it self miraculously in them. Briefly then and in summ: These also Satan persuades them to be divine Revelations, and effects of the Spirit of God showing it self miraculously in them. Briefly then and in sum: np1 av np1 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi j-jn n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg pn31 n1 av-j p-acp pno32. av-j av cc p-acp n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 655 Image 191
3427 Every humour and Fantastick unaccountable motion hath by this device been represented as the work of that Spirit, to which they are most opposite. Every humour and Fantastic unaccountable motion hath by this device been represented as the work of that Spirit, to which they Are most opposite. d n1 cc j j n1 vhz p-acp d n1 vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av-ds j-jn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 656 Image 191
3428 Thus when warm and brisk Sanguine presents a chearful Scene, and fills the imagination with pleasant dreams, these are taken for divine illapses, Thus when warm and brisk Sanguine presents a cheerful Scene, and fills the imagination with pleasant dreams, these Are taken for divine illapses, av c-crq j cc j j n2 dt j n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp j n2, d vbr vvn p-acp j-jn n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 656 Image 191
3429 for the joys and incomes of the Holy Ghost. When heated Melancholly hath kindled the busie and active fancy; for the Joys and incomes of the Holy Ghost. When heated Melancholy hath kindled the busy and active fancy; p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1. q-crq j-vvn j-jn vhz vvn dt j cc j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 656 Image 191
3430 the Enthusiast then talks of Illuminations, New Lights, Revelations, and many wonderful fine things, which are ascribed to the same Spirit. the Enthusiast then talks of Illuminations, New Lights, Revelations, and many wondered fine things, which Are ascribed to the same Spirit. dt n1 av vvz pp-f n2, j n2, n2, cc d j j n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 656 Image 191
3431 But when Flegm predominates, and quencheth the Fantastick Fire, rendering the mad man more dull, lumpish and unactive; But when Phlegm predominates, and quenches the Fantastic Fire, rendering the mad man more dull, lumpish and unactive; p-acp q-crq n1 vvz, cc vvz dt j n1, vvg dt j n1 av-dc j, j cc j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 656 Image 191
3432 then the Spirit is withdrawn, and the man under spiritual darkness and desertion. then the Spirit is withdrawn, and the man under spiritual darkness and desertion. av dt n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 656 Image 191
3433 And when again choler is boiled up into rage and fury, against every thing that is not of the Fantastick cut and measure, this also is presumed to be an holy fervour kindled by that Spirit, whose real fruits are Gentleness and Love. And when again choler is boiled up into rage and fury, against every thing that is not of the Fantastic Cut and measure, this also is presumed to be an holy fervour kindled by that Spirit, whose real fruits Are Gentleness and Love. cc c-crq av n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp d n1 cst vbz xx pp-f dt j n1 cc n1, d av vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1 vvn p-acp d n1, rg-crq j n2 vbr n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 656 Image 191
3434 Thus then doth the Devil devise to disgrace the Spirit of God and its influence, by those numerous, vile, Thus then does the devil devise to disgrace the Spirit of God and its influence, by those numerous, vile, av av vdz dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, p-acp d j, j, (12) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 191
3435 and vain pretensions, which he thinks a likely means to extirpate the belief of the agency of the Spirit, and to render it ridiculous. and vain pretensions, which he thinks a likely means to extirpate the belief of the agency of the Spirit, and to render it ridiculous. cc j n2, r-crq pns31 vvz dt j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 657 Image 191
3436 But again (4.) Satan deviseth against Gods own glory by designing against his worship. But again (4.) Satan devises against God's own glory by designing against his worship. p-acp av (crd) np1 vvz p-acp n2 d n1 p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3437 Which he doth by endeavouring to destroy its reverence under pretence of Spirituality. Which he does by endeavouring to destroy its Reverence under pretence of Spirituality. r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3438 God requires to be glorified in body, and in soul, which are his, and Satan sets the worship of one against the other, that he may destroy both. God requires to be glorified in body, and in soul, which Are his, and Satan sets the worship of one against the other, that he may destroy both. np1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, r-crq vbr png31, cc np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f pi p-acp dt n-jn, cst pns31 vmb vvi d. (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3439 Thus when under the Law Religion required the Pomp and Solemnity of external Rites and Usages, the subtle designer drives it on in that method so far, that at last the Spirit of Religion was lost in the ceremony, Thus when under the Law Religion required the Pomp and Solemnity of external Rites and Usages, the subtle designer drives it on in that method so Far, that At last the Spirit of Religion was lost in the ceremony, av c-crq p-acp dt n1 n1 vvd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, dt j n1 vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp d n1 av av-j, cst p-acp ord dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3440 and the life and substance in the circumstance. and the life and substance in the circumstance. cc dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3441 But when Christianity came into the world to abolish that ceremonial oeconomy in order to the establishing a more spiritual frame of Worship, But when Christianity Come into the world to Abolah that ceremonial economy in order to the establishing a more spiritual frame of Worship, p-acp c-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3442 then doth Satan turn with the Tyde, and puts on the semblance of a Zealot for Spirituality, which he prosecutes so far, till at last in the Gnosticks and other aiery Hereticks, he had run Religion out into meer empty Fantastick Notionality. then does Satan turn with the Tide, and puts on the semblance of a Zealot for Spirituality, which he prosecutes so Far, till At last in the Gnostics and other airy Heretics, he had run Religion out into mere empty Fantastic Notionality. av vdz np1 vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, r-crq pns31 vvz av av-j, c-acp p-acp ord p-acp dt n2 cc j-jn j n2, pns31 vhd vvn n1 av p-acp j j j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3443 In like manner where in these latter ages the world hath been disabused, and hath detected the vanity of the formal outside Religion of Rome. There doth the designer fall in with the Current, sets up for a Reformer, In like manner where in these latter ages the world hath been disabused, and hath detected the vanity of the formal outside Religion of Room. There does the designer fallen in with the Current, sets up for a Reformer, p-acp j n1 c-crq p-acp d d n2 dt n1 vhz vbn j, cc vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j n1-an n1 pp-f vvi. a-acp vdz dt n1 vvb p-acp p-acp dt n1, vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3444 and mightily contends for the Spirituality of Worship. and mightily contends for the Spirituality of Worship. cc av-j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3445 He gets into the Pulpit, and there with hot and sweating zeal he crys up the purity, the purity of Religion, He gets into the Pulpit, and there with hight and sweating zeal he cries up the purity, the purity of Religion, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc a-acp p-acp j cc j-vvg n1 pns31 vvz a-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3446 and never leaves canting on the subject till he hath fired mens tongues against every matter of decency and order, and never leaves canting on the Subject till he hath fired men's tongues against every matter of decency and order, cc av-x vvz vvg p-acp dt n-jn c-acp pns31 vhz vvn ng2 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3447 as formal and Antichristian. And when he is shut out of those high places, he creeps into corners, as formal and Antichristian. And when he is shut out of those high places, he creeps into corners, c-acp j cc jp. cc c-crq pns31 vbz vvn av pp-f d j n2, pns31 vvz p-acp n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3448 and inflames the Spirits of the zealous and the ignorant, against all harmless circumstances of Reverence and Decorum. and inflames the Spirits of the zealous and the ignorant, against all harmless Circumstances of reverence and Decorum. cc vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j cc dt j, p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3449 And so far hath he prevailed in this device, as to drive those of warm affections, And so Far hath he prevailed in this device, as to drive those of warm affections, cc av av-j vhz pns31 vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi d pp-f j n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3450 and weak heads, from all due external Reverence to God and things Sacred. and weak Heads, from all due external reverence to God and things Sacred. cc j n2, p-acp d j-jn j n1 p-acp np1 cc n2 j. (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3451 For these well-meaning people being frighted by the terrible noise of Popery, Antichristianism, Superstition, (things they have learnt to hate, For these well-meaning people being frighted by the terrible noise of Popery, Antichristianism, Superstition, (things they have learned to hate, p-acp d j n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, (n2 pns32 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi, (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3452 but not to understand) boggle, and fly off from every thing their furious Guides have marked with this abhorred Character. but not to understand) boggle, and fly off from every thing their furious Guides have marked with this abhorred Character. cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi) vvb, cc vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 po32 j n2 vhb vvn p-acp d j-vvn n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3453 And thus a rude and slovenly kind of Religion hath made its way into the world, And thus a rude and slovenly kind of Religion hath made its Way into the world, cc av dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3454 and such a sordid carlesness in matters of divine worship, that should a stranger come into the assemblies that are acted by this Spirit. and such a sordid carelessness in matters of divine worship, that should a stranger come into the assemblies that Are acted by this Spirit. cc d dt j n1 p-acp n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cst vmd dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp d n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3455 He could not by their carriage imagine what they were a doing; He could not by their carriage imagine what they were a doing; pns31 vmd xx p-acp po32 n1 vvi r-crq pns32 vbdr dt vdg; (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3456 and that they were about holy Offices, would perhaps be one of the last things he could conjecture. and that they were about holy Offices, would perhaps be one of the last things he could conjecture. cc cst pns32 vbdr a-acp j n2, vmd av vbi crd pp-f dt ord n2 pns31 vmd vvi. (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3457 Thus bold and sawcy talk hath crept into mens prayers, under the pretence of holy familiarity with God, nauseous impertinent bawling, under the cover of praying by the Spirit, Thus bold and saucy talk hath crept into men's Prayers, under the pretence of holy familiarity with God, nauseous impertinent bawling, under the cover of praying by the Spirit, av j cc j n1 vhz vvn p-acp ng2 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1, j j n-vvg, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3458 and all kind of irreverences in external demeanour, under the shelter of a pretended Spiritual worship. and all kind of irreverences in external demeanour, under the shelter of a pretended Spiritual worship. cc d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 658 Image 191
3459 And thus the design of Satan is successfully carried on in the world, which is, to subtilize Religion till he hath destroyed it. And thus the Design of Satan is successfully carried on in the world, which is, to subtilise Religion till he hath destroyed it. cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz, pc-acp vvi n1 c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 659 Image 191
3460 To make it invisible that he may make it nothing. To make it invisible that he may make it nothing. p-acp vvi pn31 j cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31 pix. (12) sermon (DIV1) 659 Image 191
3461 And this is another way whereby be betrays those who are Ignorant of his Devices. And thus I have dispatcht the first General, viz. Satans Devices against Gods glory. And this is Another Way whereby be betrays those who Are Ignorant of his Devices. And thus I have dispatched the First General, viz. Satan Devices against God's glory. cc d vbz j-jn n1 q-crq vbb vvz d r-crq vbr j pp-f po31 n2. cc av pns11 vhb vvn dt ord n1, n1 npg1 n2 p-acp npg1 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 659 Image 191
3462 From which I descend to the second, viz. Satans devices against the Peace of the Church, which, From which I descend to the second, viz. Satan devices against the Peace of the Church, which, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord, n1 npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq, (12) sermon (DIV1) 660 Image 191
3463 while it stands in its main and united body, is like a mighty mountain unconcern'd in the tumults in the air, while it Stands in its main and united body, is like a mighty mountain unconcerned in the tumults in the air, cs pn31 vvz p-acp po31 j cc j-vvn n1, vbz av-j dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 660 Image 191
3464 while the blustering winds and tempests assault, but cannot prejudice or disorder it. while the blustering winds and tempests assault, but cannot prejudice or disorder it. cs dt j-vvg n2 cc ng1 n1, cc-acp vmbx vvi cc vvi pn31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 660 Image 191
3465 And therefore the Designer endeavours to divide, what he cannot deal with in its knit and combined strength: And Therefore the Designer endeavours to divide, what he cannot deal with in its knit and combined strength: cc av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, r-crq pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc j-vvn n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 660 Image 191
3466 He strives to crumble it into Sects and Atoms, that this mountain may become an heap of Sands, which he may blow up and down, He strives to crumble it into Sects and Atoms, that this mountain may become an heap of Sands, which he may blow up and down, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n2 cc n2, cst d n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq pns31 vmb vvi a-acp cc a-acp, (12) sermon (DIV1) 660 Image 191
3467 and scatter with his winds, and so at last become a plain before him. and scatter with his winds, and so At last become a plain before him. cc vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc av p-acp ord vvi dt j p-acp pno31. (12) sermon (DIV1) 660 Image 191
3468 For which Design he hath two main instruments and Devices, viz. (1.) Pharisaical Pride under the cover of Religious strictness: For which Design he hath two main Instruments and Devices, viz. (1.) Pharisaical Pride under the cover of Religious strictness: p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vhz crd j n2 cc n2, n1 (crd) j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 660 Image 191
3469 And (2.) Intemperate Heat, under the notion of Holy and Divine Zeal. These are the chief Engines for the dividing purposes. And (2.) Intemperate Heat, under the notion of Holy and Divine Zeal. These Are the chief Engines for the dividing Purposes. cc (crd) j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j-jn n1. d vbr dt j-jn n2 p-acp dt vvg n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 660 Image 191
3470 (1.) Then he hatches, and fosters a Spirit of Pride and Sectarian Insolence, (a sure and fatal Divider) under the specious pretence of Religious strictness. (1.) Then he Hates, and fosters a Spirit of Pride and Sectarian Insolence, (a sure and fatal Divider) under the specious pretence of Religious strictness. (crd) cs pns31 vvz, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc np1 n1, (dt j cc j n1) p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3471 For where he perceives he cannot succeed in his designs of debauching the world, and propagating open prophaneness and Impiety: For where he perceives he cannot succeed in his designs of debauching the world, and propagating open profaneness and Impiety: p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n2 pp-f vvg dt n1, cc j-vvg j n1 cc n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3472 He shifts his shape, puts on the cloathing of light, and wraps himself in a Cloak spun of strict and severe pretensions; He shifts his shape, puts on the clothing of Light, and wraps himself in a Cloak spun of strict and severe pretensions; pns31 vvz po31 n1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f j cc j n2; (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3473 and in this habit puts himself among the proud and conceited Professors. and in this habit puts himself among the proud and conceited Professors. cc p-acp d n1 vvz px31 p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n2. (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3474 These he and their own vanity gild and adorn, with all the glorious names and priviledges of the Gospel; These he and their own vanity gild and adorn, with all the glorious names and privileges of the Gospel; np1 pns31 cc po32 d n1 vvi cc vvi, p-acp d dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3475 and when they have incircled their heads with their own Fantastick Rays, and are swoln in their imaginations, with a tympany of ridiculous greatness: and when they have encircled their Heads with their own Fantastic Rays, and Are swollen in their Imaginations, with a tympany of ridiculous greatness: cc c-crq pns32 vhb vvn po32 n2 p-acp po32 d j n2, cc vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3476 They then proudly contemn all, but their darling selves, under the notion of the formal, the moral, and the wicked; They then proudly contemn all, but their darling selves, under the notion of the formal, the moral, and the wicked; pns32 av av-j vvi d, cc-acp po32 j-jn n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, dt j, cc dt j; (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3477 and scornfully pity the poor and carnal world, that is, all that are not arrived to their conceited pitch and elevation: and scornfully pity the poor and carnal world, that is, all that Are not arrived to their conceited pitch and elevation: cc av-j vvi dt j cc j n1, cst vbz, d cst vbr xx vvn p-acp po32 j-vvn n1 cc n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3478 and now having thus dignified themselves, and debased others, they herd together, draw the Church into their little corners, and now having thus dignified themselves, and debased Others, they heard together, draw the Church into their little corners, cc av vhg av vvn px32, cc vvn n2-jn, pns32 vvd av, vvb dt n1 p-acp po32 j n2, (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3479 and proudly withdraw from the Communion of others, who have less conceit, though more Christianity. and proudly withdraw from the Communion of Others, who have less conceit, though more Christianity. cc av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, r-crq vhb dc n1, cs av-dc np1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3480 They bid us stand off, lest we pollute them with our unhallowed approaches, and having made us as the Heathen and Publican, they cry, Come out from among them. They bid us stand off, lest we pollute them with our unhallowed Approaches, and having made us as the Heathen and Publican, they cry, Come out from among them. pns32 vvb pno12 vvi a-acp, cs pns12 vvi pno32 p-acp po12 j n2, cc vhg vvn pno12 p-acp dt j-jn cc n1, pns32 vvb, vvb av p-acp p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3481 The true Church, Soundness of Judgement, Purity of Doctrine, and of worship (if we will believe them) is confined to their Gange; The true Church, Soundness of Judgement, Purity of Doctrine, and of worship (if we will believe them) is confined to their Gange; dt j n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1 (cs pns12 vmb vvi pno32) vbz vvn p-acp po32 np1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3482 just as it was to the corners of Africa of old, when their friends the Gnosticks were there. just as it was to the corners of Africa of old, when their Friends the Gnostics were there. av c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 pp-f j, c-crq po32 n2 dt n2 vbdr a-acp. (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3483 Thus they swell and swagger in their fantastick imaginations, till some other Sect as well conceited as themselves endeavour to take their Plumes from them, Thus they swell and swagger in their fantastic Imaginations, till Some other Sect as well conceited as themselves endeavour to take their Plumes from them, av pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp po32 j n2, p-acp d j-jn n1 c-acp av vvn p-acp px32 vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32, (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3484 and to appropriate these glorious Prerogatives unto their own party; and to Appropriate these glorious Prerogatives unto their own party; cc pc-acp vvi d j n2 p-acp po32 d n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3485 and then they bustle and contend, Here's the Church crys one, nay but 'tis here crys another, till a third gives the lye to them both, and then they bustle and contend, Here's the Church cries one, nay but it's Here cries Another, till a third gives the lie to them both, cc cs pns32 vvb cc vvi, av|vbz dt n1 vvz crd, uh-x p-acp pn31|vbz av n2 j-jn, c-acp dt ord vvz dt n1 p-acp pno32 d, (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3486 and then the scuffle grows warm of Pride against Hypocrisie, and the self-conceit of one Sect against the Pride of another, and then the scuffle grows warm of Pride against Hypocrisy, and the self-conceit of one Sect against the Pride of Another, cc av dt n1 vvz j pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn, (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3487 and all against sobriety and truth: and all against sobriety and truth: cc d p-acp n1 cc n1: (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3488 and thus is the Church divided, the interest of Religion weakned, and the world prepared for Atheism. and thus is the Church divided, the Interest of Religion weakened, and the world prepared for Atheism. cc av vbz dt n1 vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 661 Image 191
3489 But (2.) Another instrument and Device, Satan useth to imbroil the Church, is Fantastick heat under the name and notion of divine zeal. But (2.) another Instrument and Device, Satan uses to embroil the Church, is Fantastic heat under the name and notion of divine zeal. p-acp (crd) j-jn n1 cc n1, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, vbz j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3490 Fire is a subtile and powerful Divider, and no fire like that which is supposed to come from the Altar, Fire is a subtle and powerful Divider, and no fire like that which is supposed to come from the Altar, n1 vbz dt j cc j n1, cc dx n1 av-j cst r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3491 though it be but a passionate flame kindled in a fiery temper that is only tinctured with Religion. though it be but a passionate flame kindled in a fiery temper that is only tinctured with Religion. cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 cst vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3492 For every thing that is hot and vehement about Religious matters wears the name and Livery of Zeal; For every thing that is hight and vehement about Religious matters wears the name and Livery of Zeal; p-acp d n1 cst vbz j cc j p-acp j n2 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3493 and Zeal when 'tis directed by good Principles, to the ends of sobriety and vertue, is a noble and generous temper; and Zeal when it's directed by good Principles, to the ends of sobriety and virtue, is a noble and generous temper; cc n1 c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp j n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbz dt j cc j n1; (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3494 but when 'tis actuated by ignorance and evil principles, and hurried on by blind impulses, to the ends of rage and animosity, 'tis a dangerous, and killing evil. but when it's actuated by ignorance and evil principles, and hurried on by blind impulses, to the ends of rage and animosity, it's a dangerous, and killing evil. cc-acp c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc j-jn n2, cc vvd a-acp p-acp j n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31|vbz dt j, cc vvg j-jn. (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3495 And like a fire-brand in a Magazine of powder, which destroys without distinction, and blows up every thing that resists the fury of its motion. And like a firebrand in a Magazine of powder, which Destroys without distinction, and blows up every thing that resists the fury of its motion. cc av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz a-acp d n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3496 This then being fair in its pretence, and mischievous in its effects, Satan useth in his designs of dividing. This then being fair in its pretence, and mischievous in its effects, Satan uses in his designs of dividing. np1 av vbg j p-acp po31 n1, cc j p-acp po31 n2, np1 vvz p-acp po31 n2 pp-f vvg. (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3497 He kindleth some little Religious warmths in eager and violent Constitutions, and blows the Coals till natural passion be concerned and fired: He kindleth Some little Religious warmths in eager and violent Constitutions, and blows the Coals till natural passion be concerned and fired: pns31 vvz d j j n2 p-acp j cc j n2, cc vvz dt n2 p-acp j n1 vbi vvn cc vvn: (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3498 So that at last what was at first only a spark of Religion, becomes a mighty flame of Rage. So that At last what was At First only a spark of Religion, becomes a mighty flame of Rage. av cst p-acp ord q-crq vbds p-acp ord j dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3499 Then breaks he out upon the Church with this holy Fire, destroys that Charity which is the bond of peace, Then breaks he out upon the Church with this holy Fire, Destroys that Charity which is the bound of peace, av vvz pns31 av p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n1, vvz d n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3500 and fills all with smoak and vapour, darkness and confusion. and fills all with smoke and vapour, darkness and confusion. cc vvz d p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3501 He Christens this Jehu - like fury, a Zeal for God, and declaims against every thing that is sober and temperate, as luke-warmness and indifference. He Christens this Jehu - like fury, a Zeal for God, and declaims against every thing that is Sobrium and temperate, as lukewarmness and indifference. pns31 vvz d np1 - zz n1, dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vvz p-acp d n1 cst vbz j cc j, c-acp j cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3502 He gets into the Populace (who have many grains of Rage for one of Judgement) and hurries the poor mistaken Bigot, together with the proud Pharisaical Dissenter, He gets into the Populace (who have many grains of Rage for one of Judgement) and hurries the poor mistaken Bigot, together with the proud Pharisaical Dissenter, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 (r-crq vhb d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp crd pp-f n1) cc vvz dt j j-vvn np1, av p-acp dt j j n1, (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3503 and the silly conceited Schismatick, into the same unavoidable ruine, to eternal ages. From which, &c. and the silly conceited Schismatic, into the same unavoidable ruin, to Eternal ages. From which, etc. cc dt j j-vvn n-jn, p-acp dt d j n1, p-acp j n2. p-acp r-crq, av (12) sermon (DIV1) 662 Image 191
3504 SERMON XI. SERMON XI. n1 crd. (13) sermon (DIV1) 663 Image 203
3505 JUDE I. 3. Beloved when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common Salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, U^DE I. 3. beloved when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the Common Salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, np1 np1 crd j-vvn c-crq pns11 vvd d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 pp-f dt j n1, pn31 vbds j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, (13) sermon (DIV1) 663 Image 203
3506 and exhort you, that you should earnestly contend for the Faith which was once delivered to the Saints. and exhort you, that you should earnestly contend for the Faith which was once Delivered to the Saints. cc vvb pn22, cst pn22 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 663 Image 203
3507 OUr Saviour tells us in the Parable, that where the Husbandman had sown the good Seed, there the enemy scatter'd Tares, where God by his Spirit and Messengers hath planted Sacred and Divine truths, there Satan sets Errours, Heresies, OUr Saviour tells us in the Parable, that where the Husbandman had sown the good Seed, there the enemy scattered Tares, where God by his Spirit and Messengers hath planted Sacred and Divine truths, there Satan sets Errors, Heresies, po12 n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1, cst c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn dt j n1, a-acp dt n1 vvn n2, c-crq np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n2 vhz vvn j cc j-jn n2, a-acp np1 vvz n2, n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 203
3508 and Doctrines not according to Godliness: and Doctrines not according to Godliness: cc n2 xx vvg p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 203
3509 These were early in the Christian Church, even in the original Purity and Simplicity of it. These were early in the Christian Church, even in the original Purity and Simplicity of it. d vbdr j p-acp dt njp n1, av p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 203
3510 There were then Deceivers, Lying Spirits, Seducers, who separated themselves from the Communion of the Church, crept into houses, led captive silly men, and silly women; There were then Deceivers, Lying Spirits, Seducers, who separated themselves from the Communion of the Church, crept into houses, led captive silly men, and silly women; pc-acp vbdr av n2, vvg n2, n2, r-crq vvn px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp n2, vvd j-jn j n2, cc j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 203
3511 privily brought in damnable Heresies, even to the denying the Lord that bought them; turned many from the faith to follow fables, dreams, and sensless imaginations. privily brought in damnable Heresies, even to the denying the Lord that bought them; turned many from the faith to follow fables, dreams, and senseless Imaginations. av-j vvn p-acp j n2, av p-acp dt vvg dt n1 cst vvd pno32; vvd d p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, n2, cc j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 203
3512 Such there were then, and St. Paul tells us that there must be Heresies, 1 Cor. 11. 19. The lusts and various corruptions of men, in conjunction with the permissions of God, make them unavoidable. Such there were then, and Saint Paul tells us that there must be Heresies, 1 Cor. 11. 19. The Lustiest and various corruptions of men, in conjunction with the permissions of God, make them unavoidable. d a-acp vbdr av, cc n1 np1 vvz pno12 d pc-acp vmb vbi n2, crd np1 crd crd dt n2 cc j n2 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vvb pno32 j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 203
3513 Some of the first we read of in the Christian Church, were the Judaizing Christians, who taught the necessity of retaining the Mosaical law, the denyers of the Resurrection, some of the First we read of in the Christian Church, were the Judaizing Christians, who taught the necessity of retaining the Mosaical law, the Denyers of the Resurrection, d pp-f dt ord pns12 vvb pp-f p-acp dt njp n1, vbdr dt vvg np1, r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f vvg dt j n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 203
3514 and the vile Gnosticks who under pretence of more knowledge, and higher priviledges, abused Christian Liberty to all licentiousness, and the vile Gnostics who under pretence of more knowledge, and higher privileges, abused Christian Liberty to all licentiousness, cc dt j n2 r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f dc n1, cc jc n2, vvn njp n1 p-acp d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 203
3515 and vileness of living, making shipwrack both of Faith and Conscience. and vileness of living, making shipwreck both of Faith and Conscience. cc n1 pp-f vvg, vvg n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 203
3516 Against these, St. Peter, St. James, St. John, particularly write in their Epistles, and this of our Apostle St. Jude, is all directed against that Heresie. Against these, Saint Peter, Saint James, Saint John, particularly write in their Epistles, and this of our Apostle Saint U^de, is all directed against that Heresy. p-acp d, n1 np1, n1 np1, n1 np1, av-j vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc d pp-f po12 n1 n1 np1, vbz d vvn p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 203
3517 In opposition to which, writing of the Common Salvation, he saith, it was needful to write unto them (the true Catholicks) and exhort them, that they should earnestly contend for the Faith, which was once deliver'd to the Saints. In opposition to which, writing of the Common Salvation, he Says, it was needful to write unto them (the true Catholics) and exhort them, that they should earnestly contend for the Faith, which was once Delivered to the Saints. p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq, vvg pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vvz, pn31 vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 (dt j njp2) cc vvb pno32, cst pns32 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 664 Image 203
3518 This was needful in his days, and 'tis certainly as necessary in ours, in which all the old Heresies are revived, with the addition of new, on which account the subject is too seasonable, This was needful in his days, and it's Certainly as necessary in ours, in which all the old Heresies Are revived, with the addition of new, on which account the Subject is too seasonable, d vbds j p-acp po31 n2, cc pn31|vbz av-j p-acp j p-acp png12, p-acp r-crq d dt j n2 vbr vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j, p-acp r-crq n1 dt n-jn vbz av j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 665 Image 203
3519 and I chose it at this time, as a Preface to the discourses, I intend on all the main Principles of the Christian Religion, and I chosen it At this time, as a Preface to the discourses, I intend on all the main Principles of the Christian Religion, cc pns11 vvd pn31 p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2, pns11 vvb p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f dt njp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 665 Image 203
3520 as I have already treated, in order, on all the Principal heads of the Natural, In the words read, two main propositions are implyed. as I have already treated, in order, on all the Principal Heads of the Natural, In the words read, two main propositions Are employed. c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn, p-acp n1, p-acp d dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt j, p-acp dt n2 vvb, crd j n2 vbr vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 665 Image 203
3521 1. That there was a Faith anciently deliver'd to the Saints. 1. That there was a Faith anciently Delivered to the Saints. crd cst pc-acp vbds dt n1 av-jn vvn p-acp dt n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 667 Image 203
3522 2. That all Christians are bound to contend, and earnestly, for that Faith which was deliver'd to those Saints. I begin with the First. 2. That all Christians Are bound to contend, and earnestly, for that Faith which was Delivered to those Saints. I begin with the First. crd cst d np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, cc av-j, c-acp cst n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp d n2. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord. (13) sermon (DIV1) 668 Image 203
3523 There was a Faith deliver'd to the Saints. There was a Faith Delivered to the Saints. pc-acp vbds dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 669 Image 203
3524 Now aimidst the great diversity, and contrariety of opinions, that at present are in the Christian Church, each entitling it self to the Faith that was originally deliver'd to the Saints, it may seem a matter of difficulty to determine which is the right, the true Faith: Now aimidst the great diversity, and contrariety of opinions, that At present Are in the Christian Church, each entitling it self to the Faith that was originally Delivered to the Saints, it may seem a matter of difficulty to determine which is the right, the true Faith: av n1 dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f n2, cst p-acp j vbr p-acp dt njp n1, d vvg pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt n2, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz dt n-jn, dt j n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 669 Image 203
3525 which difficulty doth not arise so much from the nature of the thing, as it doth from mens corrupt interests and affections, disputing about it. which difficulty does not arise so much from the nature of the thing, as it does from men's corrupt interests and affections, disputing about it. r-crq n1 vdz xx vvi av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn31 vdz p-acp ng2 j n2 cc n2, vvg p-acp pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 669 Image 203
3526 And therefore abstracting from these, I shall endeavour to set before you, the chief Characters of the true Faith, by which you may judge what that is, And Therefore abstracting from these, I shall endeavour to Set before you, the chief Characters of the true Faith, by which you may judge what that is, cc av vvg p-acp d, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vvi r-crq d vbz, (13) sermon (DIV1) 669 Image 203
3527 and where it is to be found. And 1. The Faith we treat of, is an Ancient, Primitive Faith. and where it is to be found. And 1. The Faith we Treat of, is an Ancient, Primitive Faith. cc c-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. cc crd dt n1 pns12 vvb pp-f, vbz dt j, j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 669 Image 203
3528 Quod verum id prius: Truth was from the beginning. Quod verum id prius: Truth was from the beginning. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: n1 vbds p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 670 Image 203
3529 Divers of the Doctrines with which our Saviour hath enlightned every one that cometh into the world, were before his personal appearance in it. Diverse of the Doctrines with which our Saviour hath enlightened every one that comes into the world, were before his personal appearance in it. j pp-f dt n2 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn d pi cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vbdr p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 670 Image 203
3530 Before Abraham was I am, saith He; and Abraham saw his day, the discovery of his great truths and ways. Before Abraham was I am, Says He; and Abraham saw his day, the discovery of his great truths and ways. p-acp np1 vbds pns11 vbm, vvz pns31; cc np1 vvd po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2 cc n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 670 Image 203
3531 He was the Author and Finisher of our Faith: In him it begun; He was the Author and Finisher of our Faith: In him it begun; pns31 vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1: p-acp pno31 pn31 vvd; (13) sermon (DIV1) 670 Image 203
3532 and it was consummate in his personal teaching and instructions of his immediate Disciples and Apostles, who by the Spirit deliver'd to us what they had received from him. and it was consummate in his personal teaching and instructions of his immediate Disciples and Apostles, who by the Spirit Delivered to us what they had received from him. cc pn31 vbds j p-acp po31 j n-vvg cc n2 pp-f po31 j n2 cc n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp pno31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 670 Image 203
3533 Natural Truths are more and more discover'd by time: For many go to and fro, and Science shall be encreased. Natural Truths Are more and more discovered by time: For many go to and from, and Science shall be increased. j n2 vbr n1 cc av-dc vvn p-acp n1: c-acp d vvb p-acp cc av, cc n1 vmb vbi vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 670 Image 203
3534 But those divine verities are most perfect in their fountain and original. They contract impurities in their streams and remote derivations; But those divine verities Are most perfect in their fountain and original. They contract Impurities in their streams and remote derivations; p-acp d j-jn n2 vbr av-ds j p-acp po32 n1 cc n-jn. pns32 vvb n2 p-acp po32 n2 cc j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 670 Image 203
3535 and the way to discover the corruptions is to stand upon the old ways, and see how it was in the beginning. and the Way to discover the corruptions is to stand upon the old ways, and see how it was in the beginning. cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2, cc vvb c-crq pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 670 Image 203
3536 By this Character of the Faith; that of the Roman Church is condemn'd. By this Character of the Faith; that of the Roman Church is condemned. p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1; d pp-f dt njp n1 vbz vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 671 Image 203
3537 For all the Doctrines and usages of that Church that are denyed and opposed by ours, are in comparison Novelties and Innovations; For all the Doctrines and usages of that Church that Are denied and opposed by ours, Are in comparison Novelties and Innovations; p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1 cst vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp png12, vbr p-acp n1 n2 cc n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 671 Image 203
3538 and whatever Antiquity they pretend to, they were not primitive. and whatever Antiquity they pretend to, they were not primitive. cc r-crq n1 pns32 vvb p-acp, pns32 vbdr xx j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 671 Image 203
3539 Their Image-Worship, Invocation of Saints, Half-Communion, and Prayer in an unknown tongue, are directly, palpably contrary to the Holy Scriptures: Their Image-Worship, Invocation of Saints, Half-Communion, and Prayer in an unknown tongue, Are directly, palpably contrary to the Holy Scriptures: po32 n1, n1 pp-f n2, n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j n1, vbr av-j, av-j j-jn p-acp dt j n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 671 Image 203
3540 Their pretended Infallibility, and Universality, their Indulgences, Purgatory, and Transubstantiation, with divers others of their Doctrines, Their pretended Infallibility, and Universality, their Indulgences, Purgatory, and Transubstantiation, with diverse Others of their Doctrines, po32 j-vvn n1, cc n1, po32 n2, n1, cc n1, p-acp j n2-jn pp-f po32 n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 671 Image 203
3541 and usages are by plain consequence condemn'd by those Sacred Writings, which are the repository of the ancient Faith and Practice; and usages Are by plain consequence condemned by those Sacred Writings, which Are the repository of the ancient Faith and Practice; cc n2 vbr p-acp j n1 vvn p-acp d j n2-vvg, r-crq vbr dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 671 Image 203
3542 and both the one and the other were unknown to the first and purest times, those of the first three hundred, nay six hundred years: and both the one and the other were unknown to the First and Purest times, those of the First three hundred, nay six hundred Years: cc d dt crd cc dt n-jn vbdr j p-acp dt ord cc js n2, d pp-f dt ord crd crd, uh-x crd crd n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 671 Image 203
3543 which assertions, I have in this place particularly and largely made good; and divers of our Learned Divines have in their writings fully proved it: which assertions, I have in this place particularly and largely made good; and diverse of our Learned Divines have in their writings Fully proved it: r-crq n2, pns11 vhb p-acp d n1 av-j cc av-j vvd j; cc j pp-f po12 j n2-jn vhb p-acp po32 n2 av-j vvd pn31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 671 Image 203
3544 Nor is there any one thing which we condemn in the Roman belief or practice, but what hath arose by the corruption of times, long since the beginning; Nor is there any one thing which we condemn in the Roman belief or practice, but what hath arose by the corruption of times, long since the beginning; ccx vbz pc-acp d crd n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt njp n1 cc n1, cc-acp q-crq vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, av-j c-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 671 Image 203
3545 and indeed in the the Church of Rome, there is an eternal fountain of Innovations, in the authority they assume, of declaring; and indeed in the the Church of Rome, there is an Eternal fountain of Innovations, in the Authority they assume, of declaring; cc av p-acp dt dt n1 pp-f np1, a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb, pp-f vvg; (13) sermon (DIV1) 671 Image 203
3546 that is in good earnest, in making new Articles of Faith. So that their people can never know when they have all; that is in good earnest, in making new Articles of Faith. So that their people can never know when they have all; d vbz p-acp j n1, p-acp vvg j n2 pp-f n1. av cst po32 n1 vmb av-x vvi c-crq pns32 vhb d; (13) sermon (DIV1) 671 Image 203
3547 new things may still be obtruded as necessary and essential, without end. On the other side, the Character of Antiquity condemns the Sects also. new things may still be obtruded as necessary and essential, without end. On the other side, the Character of Antiquity condemns the Sects also. j n2 vmb av vbi vvd p-acp j cc j, p-acp n1. p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n2 av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 671 Image 203
3548 Among them there are some old Heresies received, but their principles and practices, as opposite to those of our Church of England, were not in the first, best times. Among them there Are Some old Heresies received, but their principles and practices, as opposite to those of our Church of England, were not in the First, best times. p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbr d j n2 vvn, cc-acp po32 n2 cc n2, c-acp j-jn p-acp d pp-f po12 n1 pp-f np1, vbdr xx p-acp dt ord, js n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 672 Image 203
3549 Presbytery, Independency, Anabaptism, Quakerism may have been here, and there of old in the brains of some particular conceited men, Presbytery, Independency, Anabaptism, Quakerism may have been Here, and there of old in the brains of Some particular conceited men, n1, n1, n1, n1 vmb vhi vbn av, cc a-acp pp-f j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j j-vvn n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 672 Image 203
3550 but never were in any general practice any where; the eldest not two hundred years ago; but never were in any general practice any where; the eldest not two hundred Years ago; cc-acp av-x vbdr p-acp d j n1 d q-crq; dt js-jn xx crd crd n2 av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 672 Image 203
3551 and some have arose in our own time. Their ways they pretend to, be contain'd in the holy Scriptures; and Some have arose in our own time. Their ways they pretend to, be contained in the holy Scriptures; cc d vhb vvd p-acp po12 d n1. po32 n2 pns32 vvb p-acp, vbb vvn p-acp dt j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 672 Image 203
3552 and if so, we would presently acknowledge them to be Primitive: But they are in the Scriptures, only as those are interpreted by their private Spirits; and if so, we would presently acknowledge them to be Primitive: But they Are in the Scriptures, only as those Are interpreted by their private Spirits; cc cs av, pns12 vmd av-j vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi j: cc-acp pns32 vbr p-acp dt n2, av-j c-acp d vbr vvn p-acp po32 j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 672 Image 203
3553 that is, not there, but in the fancies of the Innovators; and these being their guide, in interpreting, Lo! that is, not there, but in the fancies of the Innovators; and these being their guide, in interpreting, Lo! d vbz, xx a-acp, cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2; cc d vbg po32 n1, p-acp n-vvg, uh! (13) sermon (DIV1) 672 Image 203
3554 here also is a fountain of perpetual novellizing. Here also is a fountain of perpetual novellizing. av av vbz dt n1 pp-f j j-vvg. (13) sermon (DIV1) 672 Image 203
3555 And as long as the imaginations of men can frame novelties, we shall never be at the end of new Sects. And as long as the Imaginations of men can frame novelties, we shall never be At the end of new Sects. cc c-acp av-j c-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vmb vvi n2, pns12 vmb av-x vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 672 Image 203
3556 We have seen the rise of some in our late times of confusions, and if ever we should be so unhappy as to see such again (which God forbid) in all likelihood from the same Source; We have seen the rise of Some in our late times of confusions, and if ever we should be so unhappy as to see such again (which God forbid) in all likelihood from the same Source; pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f d p-acp po12 j n2 pp-f n2, cc cs av pns12 vmd vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi d av (r-crq np1 vvb) p-acp d n1 p-acp dt d n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 673 Image 203
3557 other new, yet unheard of, Sects and Heresies would arise, to the further dividing of the Chncurh, ad scandal of Religion. other new, yet unheard of, Sects and Heresies would arise, to the further dividing of the Chncurh, ad scandal of Religion. j-jn j, av j pp-f, n2 cc n2 vmd vvi, p-acp dt av-jc vvg pp-f dt n1, fw-la n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 673 Image 203
3558 There is nothing so pregnant with Novelties as imagination, and the Sectarian private Spirit is no better nor worse than Fancy. There is nothing so pregnant with Novelties as imagination, and the Sectarian private Spirit is no better nor Worse than Fancy. pc-acp vbz pix av j p-acp n2 p-acp n1, cc dt np1 j n1 vbz dx jc ccx jc cs n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 673 Image 203
3559 I deny not, but these, all sorts of them, do retain some of the Primitive Doctrines, I deny not, but these, all sorts of them, do retain Some of the Primitive Doctrines, pns11 vvb xx, cc-acp d, d n2 pp-f pno32, vdb vvi d pp-f dt j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 673 Image 203
3560 as the Roman Church also doth; as the Roman Church also does; c-acp dt njp n1 av vdz; (13) sermon (DIV1) 673 Image 203
3561 but their opinions and ways that are opposite to the Church of England, are not such. but their opinions and ways that Are opposite to the Church of England, Are not such. cc-acp po32 n2 cc n2 cst vbr j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr xx d. (13) sermon (DIV1) 673 Image 203
3562 This our Church, without fondness or overweening, I may say, doth profess and teach the Ancient, Apostolical, Primitive Christianity, This our Church, without fondness or overweening, I may say, does profess and teach the Ancient, Apostolical, Primitive Christianity, d po12 n1, p-acp n1 cc j-vvg, pns11 vmb vvi, vdz vvi cc vvi dt j, j, j np1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 674 Image 203
3563 and hath admitted no new things that are contrary to it. It was reformed according to the Scriptures; and hath admitted no new things that Are contrary to it. It was reformed according to the Scriptures; cc vhz vvn dx j n2 cst vbr j-jn p-acp pn31. pn31 vbds vvn vvg p-acp dt n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 674 Image 203
3564 the Scriptures, as they are interpreted by the first General Councils, and Fathers, those next the Apostles, who, we ought to believe, understood best what were their doctrines and ways. the Scriptures, as they Are interpreted by the First General Councils, and Father's, those next the Apostles, who, we ought to believe, understood best what were their doctrines and ways. dt n2, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt ord j n2, cc n2, d ord dt n2, r-crq, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi, vvd av-j r-crq vbdr po32 n2 cc n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 674 Image 203
3565 This Church in its constitutions is therefore truly ancient, so in every main, every considerable thing; This Church in its constitutions is Therefore truly ancient, so in every main, every considerable thing; d n1 p-acp po31 n2 vbz av av-j j, av p-acp d n1, d j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 675 Image 203
3566 and truly Protestant, protesting both against Roman and Sectarian Innovations. and truly Protestant, protesting both against Roman and Sectarian Innovations. cc av-j n1, vvg d p-acp np1 cc np1 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 675 Image 203
3567 2. Another Character of the Faith delivered to the ancient Saints, is, that it was pure: 2. another Character of the Faith Delivered to the ancient Saints, is, that it was pure: crd j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j n2, vbz, cst pn31 vbds j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 203
3568 'Twas delivered to the Saints, and it made them such. The wisdom that is from above is first pure. 'Twas Delivered to the Saints, and it made them such. The Wisdom that is from above is First pure. pn31|vbds vvn p-acp dt n2, cc pn31 vvd pno32 d. dt n1 cst vbz p-acp a-acp vbz ord j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 203
3569 It teacheth and produceth Purity, Holiness, and real Goodness, in Heart and Life. It Teaches and Produceth Purity, Holiness, and real goodness, in Heart and Life. pn31 vvz cc vvz n1, n1, cc j n1, p-acp n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 203
3570 The business of it is to conform us unto God, and to make us like him: The business of it is to conform us unto God, and to make us like him: dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi pno31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 203
3571 And the Lord our God is holy. And by this Character also is Popery condemn'd. And the Lord our God is holy. And by this Character also is Popery condemned. cc dt n1 po12 n1 vbz j. cc p-acp d n1 av vbz n1 vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 676 Image 203
3572 For this teacheth some direct impieties and immoralities, and by the consequence of some other of its Doctrines, the necessity of Reformation of life, is quite taken away; For this Teaches Some Direct impieties and immoralities, and by the consequence of Some other of its Doctrines, the necessity of Reformation of life, is quite taken away; p-acp d vvz d j n2 cc n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n-jn pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, vbz av vvn av; (13) sermon (DIV1) 677 Image 203
3573 the Reins are laid on mens necks, and Gods Laws are made void by their traditions. the Reins Are laid on men's necks, and God's Laws Are made void by their traditions. dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp ng2 n2, cc npg1 n2 vbr vvn j p-acp po32 n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 677 Image 203
3574 Of the first sort are their Idolatries, and Invocation of Saints and Angels, which God both in the Old Testament and the New, hath so earnestly declared against; Of the First sort Are their Idolatries, and Invocation of Saints and Angels, which God both in the Old Testament and the New, hath so earnestly declared against; pp-f dt ord n1 vbr po32 n2, cc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, r-crq np1 d p-acp dt j n1 cc dt j, vhz av av-j vvn p-acp; (13) sermon (DIV1) 678 Image 203
3575 as the highest dishonour to his Majesty, and affront to his Glory; and which he stigmatizeth as the greatest impurities; as the highest dishonour to his Majesty, and affront to his Glory; and which he stigmatizeth as the greatest Impurities; c-acp dt js n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1; cc r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt js n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 678 Image 203
3576 and frequently calls Fornication and Whoredome; they are spiritually so: and frequently calls Fornication and Whoredom; they Are spiritually so: cc av-j vvz n1 cc n1; pns32 vbr av-j av: (13) sermon (DIV1) 678 Image 203
3577 Likewise their doctrines and practices of deposing and murdering of Princes, and absolving the people from their Allegiance, their dispensing with Perjuries, Rebellions, Likewise their doctrines and practices of deposing and murdering of Princes, and absolving the people from their Allegiance, their dispensing with Perjuries, Rebellions, av po32 n2 cc n2 pp-f vvg cc vvg pp-f n2, cc vvg dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, po32 vvg p-acp n2, n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 678 Image 203
3578 and other sorts of wickedness, are highest immoralities, and most Antichristian; and other sorts of wickedness, Are highest immoralities, and most Antichristian; cc j-jn n2 pp-f n1, vbr js n2, cc av-ds jp; (13) sermon (DIV1) 678 Image 203
3579 that is, most contrary to the Spirit, Genius, and designs of the holy Jesus, which were to redeem unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. that is, most contrary to the Spirit, Genius, and designs of the holy jesus, which were to Redeem unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. d vbz, av-ds j-jn p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n2 pp-f dt j np1, r-crq vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 dt j n1, j pp-f j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 678 Image 203
3580 Besides which direct and point blank oppositions, to the Christian principles and Rules, they strike at the root and main design of Christianity, by those their doctrines that render repentance and change of life unnecessary. Beside which Direct and point blank oppositions, to the Christian principles and Rules, they strike At the root and main Design of Christianity, by those their doctrines that render Repentance and change of life unnecessary. p-acp r-crq j cc vvi j n2, p-acp dt njp n2 cc n2, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d po32 n2 cst vvb n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 678 Image 203
3581 For according to them, the favour of God and eternal Salvation may be had upon easier terms: For according to them, the favour of God and Eternal Salvation may be had upon Easier terms: p-acp vvg p-acp pno32, dt n1 pp-f np1 cc j n1 vmb vbi vhn p-acp jc n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 203
3582 Crossings, Pilgrimages, Ave Maries, Whippings, Fastings, with Confession and Absolution, will do the business. There is no need of cutting off right hands, of plucking out of right eyes, Crossings, Pilgrimages, Have Mary's, Whippings, Fastings, with Confessi and Absolution, will do the business. There is no need of cutting off right hands, of plucking out of right eyes, n2-vvg, n2, vhb npg1, n2-vvg, n2-vvg, p-acp n1 cc n1, vmb vdi dt n1. pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f vvg a-acp j-jn n2, pp-f vvg av pp-f j-jn n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 203
3583 and mortifying the body, in our Saviours spiritual sence; and mortifying the body, in our Saviors spiritual sense; cc vvg dt n1, p-acp po12 ng1 j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 203
3584 that is, of subduing and rescinding all inordinate appetites and affections, (which are the great difficulties of Religion) the bodily exercises will suffice; that is, of subduing and rescinding all inordinate appetites and affections, (which Are the great difficulties of Religion) the bodily exercises will suffice; d vbz, pp-f j-vvg cc vvg d j n2 cc n2, (r-crq vbr dt j n2 pp-f n1) dt j n2 vmb vvi; (13) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 203
3585 we may be safe, and Sainted without obedience to those hard sayings. Or, if the other things should be omitted, 'tis but going to Purgatory at last, we may be safe, and Sainted without Obedience to those hard sayings. Or, if the other things should be omitted, it's but going to Purgatory At last, pns12 vmb vbi j, cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d j n2-vvg. cc, cs dt j-jn n2 vmd vbi vvn, pn31|vbz p-acp vvg p-acp n1 p-acp ord, (13) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 203
3586 and if you have money to leave for Masses and Dirge's, you are secure of being pray'd out thence. and if you have money to leave for Masses and Dirge's, you Are secure of being prayed out thence. cc cs pn22 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc npg1, pn22 vbr j pp-f vbg vvd av av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 203
3587 So that here the greatest design of the Gospel, which is real, inward holiness, and purity, is destroyed: So that Here the greatest Design of the Gospel, which is real, inward holiness, and purity, is destroyed: av cst av dt js n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz j, j n1, cc n1, vbz vvn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 203
3588 And without holiness 'tis here made possible to see God. And without holiness it's Here made possible to see God. cc p-acp n1 pn31|vbz av vvn j pc-acp vvi np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 203
3589 And this is the worst thing that any thing that pretends to Religion can be guilty of. And this is the worst thing that any thing that pretends to Religion can be guilty of. cc d vbz dt js n1 cst d n1 cst vvz p-acp n1 vmb vbi j pp-f. (13) sermon (DIV1) 679 Image 203
3590 On the other hand the Sects, whatever purity and spirituality they pretend, do many, most of them, teach doctrines, On the other hand the Sects, whatever purity and spirituality they pretend, do many, most of them, teach doctrines, p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt n2, r-crq n1 cc n1 pns32 vvb, vdb d, av-ds pp-f pno32, vvb n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3591 and walk in ways that are contrary to the purity of heart and life, that becomes a Christian. and walk in ways that Are contrary to the purity of heart and life, that becomes a Christian. cc vvi p-acp n2 cst vbr j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst vvz dt njp. (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3592 The Gnosticks, who were some of the first Fanaticks in the Christian Church, pretended that they were the spiritual, the pure people, The Gnostics, who were Some of the First Fanatics in the Christian Church, pretended that they were the spiritual, the pure people, dt n2, r-crq vbdr d pp-f dt ord n2-jn p-acp dt njp n1, vvd cst pns32 vbdr dt j, dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3593 and that all things to them were pure, on which account they gave themselves up to all Immorality and filthiness: and that all things to them were pure, on which account they gave themselves up to all Immorality and filthiness: cc cst d n2 p-acp pno32 vbdr j, p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vvd px32 a-acp p-acp d n1 cc n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3594 Sensual, saith the Apostle, having not the Spirit. They denyed there was any moral good and evils in the nature of things, and estimate of God. Sensual, Says the Apostle, having not the Spirit. They denied there was any moral good and evils in the nature of things, and estimate of God. j, vvz dt n1, vhg xx dt n1. pns32 vvd a-acp vbds d j j cc n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3595 And this Heresie is received among some of our Sects, God they think and say, sees no sin in them his elect people. And this Heresy is received among Some of our Sects, God they think and say, sees no since in them his elect people. cc d n1 vbz vvn p-acp d pp-f po12 n2, np1 pns32 vvb cc vvi, vvz dx n1 p-acp pno32 po31 j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3596 He loves not for the sake of holiness and vertue, but freely, that is, for no reason but meer unaccountable will; He loves not for the sake of holiness and virtue, but freely, that is, for no reason but mere unaccountable will; pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc-acp av-j, cst vbz, c-acp dx n1 cc-acp j j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3597 and if so, 'tis in vain to amend our lives, to live soberly, righteously, and godly, in order to our acceptance with him: and if so, it's in vain to amend our lives, to live soberly, righteously, and godly, in order to our acceptance with him: cc cs av, pn31|vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi po12 n2, pc-acp vvi av-j, av-j, cc j, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp pno31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3598 Though we are the quite contrary in all manner of evil conversation, we may yet be his beloved, his chosen: Though we Are the quite contrary in all manner of evil Conversation, we may yet be his Beloved, his chosen: cs pns12 vbr dt av j-jn p-acp d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, pns12 vmb av vbi po31 j-vvn, po31 j-vvn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3599 This hath the malignity of the worst of Popery or Heathenism. And such a Principle is among some of the Sects: This hath the malignity of the worst of Popery or Heathenism. And such a Principle is among Some of the Sects: d vhz dt n1 pp-f dt js pp-f n1 cc n1. cc d dt n1 vbz p-acp d pp-f dt n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3600 I accuse not all others that do not affirm so much as this, do in a manner make good works unnecessary: I accuse not all Others that do not affirm so much as this, do in a manner make good works unnecessary: pns11 vvb xx d n2-jn cst vdb xx vvi av av-d c-acp d, vdb p-acp dt n1 vvb j n2 j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3601 Faith, their airy Faith, that prescinds from moral goodness is all. All is believing, receiving, trusting, relying; Faith, their airy Faith, that prescind from moral Goodness is all. All is believing, receiving, trusting, relying; n1, po32 j n1, cst vvz p-acp j n1 vbz d. av-d vbz vvg, vvg, vvg, vvg; (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3602 which are great duties, parts of Faith, but this, as justifying implys more, viz. an entire obedience to the Gospel. which Are great duties, parts of Faith, but this, as justifying Implies more, viz. an entire Obedience to the Gospel. r-crq vbr j n2, n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp d, c-acp vvg vvz dc, n1 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3603 Such a Faith as this is that which St. James writes so earnestly against, as dead, Such a Faith as this is that which Saint James writes so earnestly against, as dead, d dt n1 c-acp d vbz d r-crq n1 np1 vvz av av-j p-acp, c-acp j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3604 and unsignifying (of it self alone) to the purpose of Justification, and acceptance with God. and unsignifying (of it self alone) to the purpose of Justification, and acceptance with God. cc vvg (pp-f pn31 n1 av-j) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3605 Again the imputed Righteousness of Christ, is a great truth rightly understood, but by divers Sectaries 'tis abused to this false notion, that all Righteousness that Christ wrought, is formally and properly ours, Again the imputed Righteousness of christ, is a great truth rightly understood, but by diverse Sectaries it's abused to this false notion, that all Righteousness that christ wrought, is formally and properly ours, av dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt j n1 av-jn vvn, cc-acp p-acp j n2 pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d j n1, cst d n1 cst np1 vvd, vbz av-j cc av-j png12, (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3606 as if we had done it: as if we had done it: c-acp cs pns12 vhd vdn pn31: (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3607 So that we may be holy and vertuous by his holiness, though we have none of our own, contrary to that of St. John, Little Children, let no man deceive you, he that doth righteousness, is righteous, So that we may be holy and virtuous by his holiness, though we have none of our own, contrary to that of Saint John, Little Children, let no man deceive you, he that does righteousness, is righteous, av cst pns12 vmb vbi j cc j p-acp po31 n1, cs pns12 vhb pix pp-f po12 d, j-jn p-acp d pp-f n1 np1, j n2, vvb dx n1 vvi pn22, pns31 cst vdz n1, vbz j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3608 even as he is righteous. 1 Joh. 3. 7. But these fancy they are righteous, without doing Righteousness: even as he is righteous. 1 John 3. 7. But these fancy they Are righteous, without doing Righteousness: av c-acp pns31 vbz j. crd np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr j, p-acp vdg n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3609 if they can lay hold on Christ, roll upon him, (as they phrase it) and firmly believe that he is theirs, they are then compleatly righteous, by the imputation of his, if they can lay hold on christ, roll upon him, (as they phrase it) and firmly believe that he is theirs, they Are then completely righteous, by the imputation of his, cs pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp np1, vvb p-acp pno31, (c-acp pns32 vvb pn31) cc av-j vvi cst pns31 vbz png32, pns32 vbr av av-j j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f png31, (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3610 though they have none of their own: though they have none of their own: cs pns32 vhb pix pp-f po32 d: (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3611 which Solifidian, Antinomian Notions, that are lately spread among the Sects, place Religion in the fancy, which Solifidian, Antinomian Notions, that Are lately spread among the Sects, place Religion in the fancy, r-crq np1, jp n2, cst vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n2, n1 n1 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3612 as the Popish Doctrines do in some external services; and as effectually as theirs, take away the necessity of real reformation, and true goodness. as the Popish Doctrines do in Some external services; and as effectually as theirs, take away the necessity of real Reformation, and true Goodness. c-acp dt j n2 vdb p-acp d j n2; cc c-acp av-j p-acp png32, vvb av dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3613 I might add a great deal more under this head, as their Doctrines of Infirmities, by which they excuse themselves in their Spiritual sins, their decrying morality, I might add a great deal more under this head, as their Doctrines of Infirmities, by which they excuse themselves in their Spiritual Sins, their decrying morality, pns11 vmd vvi dt j n1 av-dc p-acp d n1, c-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb px32 p-acp po32 j n2, po32 vvg n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3614 as a dull, low, graceless thing, the immoral practices of Schism, Disobedience, &c. that they indulge and defend themselves in. as a dull, low, graceless thing, the immoral practices of Schism, Disobedience, etc. that they indulge and defend themselves in. c-acp dt j, j, j n1, dt j n2 pp-f n1, n1, av cst pns32 vvb cc vvi px32 a-acp. (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3615 These are impurities that are contrary to that Faith which was once deliver'd to the Saints. These Are Impurities that Are contrary to that Faith which was once Delivered to the Saints. d vbr n2 cst vbr j-jn p-acp d n1 r-crq vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 680 Image 203
3616 But now the Church of England teacheth all the duties we owe to God, our Neighbour, But now the Church of England Teaches all the duties we owe to God, our Neighbour, cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d dt n2 pns12 vvb p-acp np1, po12 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 203
3617 and our selves, in the just latitude and extent of them. It hath no shifts or evasions of Repentance, and Reformation. and our selves, in the just latitude and extent of them. It hath no shifts or evasions of Repentance, and Reformation. cc po12 n2, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. pn31 vhz dx n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 203
3618 It allows no hopes of Salvation but upon those terms. It teacheth no practice that is impious, or immoral, nor indulgeth any; It allows no hope's of Salvation but upon those terms. It Teaches no practice that is impious, or immoral, nor indulgeth any; pn31 vvz dx n2 pp-f n1 cc-acp p-acp d n2. pn31 vvz dx n1 cst vbz j, cc j, ccx vvz d; (13) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 203
3619 whoever is an evil man in this Church, knows he is so, by his own Principles he is condemn'd; whoever is an evil man in this Church, knows he is so, by his own Principles he is condemned; r-crq vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n1, vvz pns31 vbz av, p-acp po31 d n2 pns31 vbz vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 203
3620 and hath no hopes of Salvation, but what are grounded on effectual Repentance, and Reformation. 3. The Faith deliver'd to the Saints is peaceable. Those Saints were so; Sheep, Lambs, Doves. and hath no hope's of Salvation, but what Are grounded on effectual Repentance, and Reformation. 3. The Faith Delivered to the Saints is peaceable. Those Saints were so; Sheep, Lambs, Dove. cc vhz dx n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp q-crq vbr vvn p-acp j n1, cc n1. crd dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 vbz j. d n2 vbdr av; n1, n2, n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 681 Image 203
3621 Such was their Lord, the Prince of Peace, and his Religion, the wisdome from above pure and peaceable. By this Character also Popery is confuted, which tends to the destruction both of Ecclesiastical, and civil peace. Such was their Lord, the Prince of Peace, and his Religion, the Wisdom from above pure and peaceable. By this Character also Popery is confuted, which tends to the destruction both of Ecclesiastical, and civil peace. d vbds po32 n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc po31 n1, dt n1 p-acp p-acp j cc j. p-acp d n1 av n1 vbz vvn, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f j, cc j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3622 The former, the peace of the Church, they pretend to have best provided for, by the Supremacy and Infallibility they have erected in theirs. The former, the peace of the Church, they pretend to have best provided for, by the Supremacy and Infallibility they have erected in theirs. dt j, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi av-j vvn p-acp, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pns32 vhb vvn p-acp png32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3623 And by these all Controversies in Religion, are (they tell us) quickly ended. And by these all Controversies in Religion, Are (they tell us) quickly ended. cc p-acp d d n2 p-acp n1, vbr (pns32 vvb pno12) av-j vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3624 But the misery on't is, that that which should end the Controversies, is it self, one, and the greatest. But the misery oned is, that that which should end the Controversies, is it self, one, and the greatest. p-acp dt n1 p-acp|pn31 vbz, cst d r-crq vmd vvi dt n2, vbz pn31 n1, crd, cc dt js. (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3625 They have an effectual Engine for Union, but they themselves are not agreed where it is; They have an effectual Engine for union, but they themselves Are not agreed where it is; pns32 vhb dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns32 px32 vbr xx vvn c-crq pn31 vbz; (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3626 and they are incurably divided about this their ground of uniting. and they Are incurably divided about this their ground of uniting. cc pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp d po32 n1 pp-f n-vvg. (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3627 For some place the Supremacy and Infallibility in the Pope, some in the Council, some in both; For Some place the Supremacy and Infallibility in the Pope, Some in the Council, Some in both; p-acp d n1 dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, d p-acp dt n1, d p-acp d; (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3628 and this hath not been only the opposition of petty Doctors and Disputers, but Church is against Church: and this hath not been only the opposition of Petty Doctors and Disputers, but Church is against Church: cc d vhz xx vbn av-j dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, cc-acp n1 vbz p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3629 The French and the German for one; and the Spaniard and the Italian for another: Yea Pope hath decreed against Pope in this matter; The French and the Germane for one; and the Spaniard and the Italian for Another: Yea Pope hath decreed against Pope in this matter; dt jp cc dt j p-acp crd; cc dt np1 cc dt jp p-acp j-jn: uh n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3630 and Pope and General Council against Pope and General Council. Lo! here is the Catholick Union, the certain and infallible way of ending Controversies in Religion. and Pope and General Council against Pope and General Council. Lo! Here is the Catholic union, the certain and infallible Way of ending Controversies in Religion. cc n1 cc j n1 p-acp n1 cc j n1. np1! av vbz dt njp n1, dt j cc j n1 pp-f vvg n2 p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3631 A way they have, but they cannot find it: Yea, they are together by the ears about that Infallible way of ending all strife. A Way they have, but they cannot find it: Yea, they Are together by the ears about that Infallible Way of ending all strife. dt n1 pns32 vhb, cc-acp pns32 vmbx vvi pn31: uh, pns32 vbr av p-acp dt n2 p-acp d j n1 pp-f vvg d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3632 And notwithstanding this rare receipt that is in their hands, the disease, the great differences and disputes of their several disorders, remains still uncured. And notwithstanding this rare receipt that is in their hands, the disease, the great differences and disputes of their several disorders, remains still uncured. cc p-acp d j n1 cst vbz p-acp po32 n2, dt n1, dt j n2 cc vvz pp-f po32 j n2, vvz av j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3633 And indeed that Church hath laid a foundation for everlasting differences and disagreements, by bringing numerary, speculative, And indeed that Church hath laid a Foundation for everlasting differences and disagreements, by bringing numerary, speculative, cc av d n1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2, p-acp vvg n1, j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3634 and doubtful Tenents into their Creeds; an Engine for endless divisions. and doubtful Tenants into their Creeds; an Engine for endless divisions. cc j n2 p-acp po32 n2; dt n1 p-acp j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3635 There is no possible uniting, but upon the few, main, certain Articles contain'd in the Primitive Creeds. There is no possible uniting, but upon the few, main, certain Articles contained in the Primitive Creeds. pc-acp vbz dx j n-vvg, cc-acp p-acp dt d, n1, j n2 vvn p-acp dt j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3636 Additions to these are the chief grounds of the Divisions of Christendome. Additions to these Are the chief grounds of the Divisions of Christendom. n2 p-acp d vbr dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3637 So that the Roman Church provides not for Ecclesiastical Peace, but destroys it by its disputable Articles of Faith; So that the Roman Church provides not for Ecclesiastical Peace, but Destroys it by its disputable Articles of Faith; av cst dt njp n1 vvz xx p-acp j n1, cc-acp vvz pn31 p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3638 and further so, by its other intollerable terms of Communion, the various Idolatries and Superstitions it imposeth, by which they drive the best and most intelligent Christians from them: and further so, by its other intolerable terms of Communion, the various Idolatries and Superstitions it Imposes, by which they drive the best and most intelligent Christians from them: cc jc av, p-acp po31 j-jn j n2 pp-f n1, dt j n2 cc n2 pn31 vvz, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb dt js cc av-ds j np1 p-acp pno32: (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3639 And so are themselves the Schismaticks: They make the breaches in the Church they complain of. And so Are themselves the Schismatics: They make the Breaches in the Church they complain of. cc av vbr px32 dt n1: pns32 vvb dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb pp-f. (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3640 And for civil peace, 'tis clear in all Histories, that the Popes, and their Agents and Emissaries (especially the Jesuites) have been the great embroylers and Incendiaries of Christendome: And for civil peace, it's clear in all Histories, that the Popes, and their Agents and Emissaries (especially the Jesuits) have been the great embroylers and Incendiaries of Christendom: cc p-acp j n1, pn31|vbz j p-acp d n2, cst dt n2, cc po32 n2 cc n2 (av-j dt np2) vhb vbn dt j n2 cc n2-j pp-f np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3641 The combustions and troubles of every nation in it, can sadly witness this. The combustions and Troubles of every Nation in it, can sadly witness this. dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp pn31, vmb av-j vvi d. (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3642 The fore-mention'd Doctrines of Deposing Kings, and absolving the people from their Allegiance, are principles of everlasting Rebellions, and disturbance. The forementioned Doctrines of Deposing Kings, and absolving the people from their Allegiance, Are principles of everlasting Rebellions, and disturbance. dt j n2 pp-f vvg n2, cc vvg dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, vbr n2 pp-f j n2, cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 682 Image 203
3643 But let us look on the other side. But let us look on the other side. p-acp vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 683 Image 203
3644 How is it with the Sects in respect of peaceableness? why, they may say unto strife, Thou art our Mother, and to Feuds and Animosities, you have brought us into the world. How is it with the Sects in respect of peaceableness? why, they may say unto strife, Thou art our Mother, and to Feuds and Animosities, you have brought us into the world. q-crq vbz pn31 p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1? uh-crq, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, pns21 vb2r po12 n1, cc p-acp n2 cc n2, pn22 vhb vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 683 Image 203
3645 Unpeaceabless of principles, and temper, breed and maintain them. Unpeaceabless of principles, and temper, breed and maintain them. n1 pp-f n2, cc n1, vvb cc vvi pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 683 Image 203
3646 They are broken from the Church, and divided each from other, and amongst themselves subdivided, minc't almost into Atoms. They Are broken from the Church, and divided each from other, and among themselves subdivided, minced almost into Atoms. pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd d p-acp n-jn, cc p-acp px32 vvn, vvn av p-acp n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 683 Image 203
3647 There is nothing but endless divisions, animosities, jarrings, disputes among them: The ways of peace they have not known, they will not know. There is nothing but endless divisions, animosities, jarrings, disputes among them: The ways of peace they have not known, they will not know. pc-acp vbz pix cc-acp j n2, n2, n2, vvz p-acp pno32: dt n2 pp-f n1 pns32 vhb xx vvn, pns32 vmb xx vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 683 Image 203
3648 They have causlesly separated from the Communion of the Church of England, and for the same reasons must have left the Fellowship of the Saints mention'd in the Text, They have causelessly separated from the Communion of the Church of England, and for the same Reasons must have left the Fellowship of the Saints mentioned in the Text, pns32 vhb av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt d n2 vmb vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 683 Image 203
3649 and of all the Christians of the Primitive times, to whom both in doctrine and many practices, they are most unlike. and of all the Christians of the Primitive times, to whom both in Doctrine and many practices, they Are most unlike. cc pp-f d dt np1 pp-f dt j n2, p-acp ro-crq d p-acp n1 cc d n2, pns32 vbr av-ds av-j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 683 Image 203
3650 And upon the same principles, new Sects grow out of them, that divided first, and more evils spring from those others from time to time, to the worlds end. And upon the same principles, new Sects grow out of them, that divided First, and more evils spring from those Others from time to time, to the world's end. cc p-acp dt d n2, j n2 vvb av pp-f pno32, cst vvd ord, cc av-dc n2-jn vvb p-acp d n2-jn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt ng1 n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3651 I deny not but that there are diverse misled abused persons of peaceable, and quiet Spirits, drawn in among them, I deny not but that there Are diverse misled abused Persons of peaceable, and quiet Spirits, drawn in among them, pns11 vvb xx p-acp d a-acp vbr j vvn vvn n2 pp-f j, cc j-jn n2, vvn p-acp p-acp pno32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3652 and we are to pray, and to endeavour that such may be regain'd; and we Are to pray, and to endeavour that such may be Regained; cc pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi cst d vmb vbi vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3653 and if the Government should think fit to abate some lesser things in consideration of such, to satisfie and recover them, it would be charity and kindness, that I know not who would dislike. and if the Government should think fit to abate Some lesser things in consideration of such, to satisfy and recover them, it would be charity and kindness, that I know not who would dislike. cc cs dt n1 vmd vvi j pc-acp vvi d jc n2 p-acp n1 pp-f d, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32, pn31 vmd vbi n1 cc n1, cst pns11 vvb xx r-crq vmd vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3654 But those that are of the right Sectarian stamp and temper, will never rest, or settle any where, But those that Are of the right Sectarian stamp and temper, will never rest, or settle any where, p-acp d cst vbr pp-f dt j-jn np1 n1 cc n1, vmb av-x vvi, cc vvi d q-crq, (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3655 nor be satisfied with any concession. God Almighty may change their hearts and minds by his power, but nothing less can; nor be satisfied with any concession. God Almighty may change their hearts and minds by his power, but nothing less can; ccx vbi vvn p-acp d n1. np1 j-jn vmb vvi po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp pix dc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3656 and all that we can do is to pray to him for them: and all that we can do is to pray to him for them: cc d cst pns12 vmb vdi vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp pno32: (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3657 Nothing less than their whole wills, and an entire subjection to their fancies, will content them: Nothing less than their Whole wills, and an entire subjection to their fancies, will content them: pix av-dc cs po32 j-jn n2, cc dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2, vmb vvi pno32: (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3658 and if those were granted, we could not be assured they would please them long; nothing useth to do so. and if those were granted, we could not be assured they would please them long; nothing uses to do so. cc cs d vbdr vvn, pns12 vmd xx vbi vvn pns32 vmd vvi pno32 av-j; pix vvz pc-acp vdi av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3659 They are Clouds carried about with winds, Jude v. 12. Let the wind be where it will to day, no one can say from what point it will blow to morrow. They Are Clouds carried about with winds, U^de v. 12. Let the wind be where it will to day, no one can say from what point it will blow to morrow. pns32 vbr n2 vvn a-acp p-acp n2, np1 n1 crd vvb dt n1 vbi c-crq pn31 vmb p-acp n1, dx pi vmb vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vmb vvi p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3660 They are acted by a private Spirit that is as little certain: They Are acted by a private Spirit that is as little certain: pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 cst vbz a-acp j j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3661 The opinions it suggests are numerous, and all accounted divine and sacred, (Gods truth, Gospel ways) they must not be parted with, or silenc't; The opinions it suggests Are numerous, and all accounted divine and sacred, (God's truth, Gospel ways) they must not be parted with, or silenced; dt n2 pn31 vvz vbr j, cc d vvn j-jn cc j, (npg1 n1, n1 n2) pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp, cc vvn; (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3662 no, all Laws and Constitutions of Government must be thwarted, overthrown rather: Love and Peace and all must be sacrificed to the Idols; no, all Laws and Constitutions of Government must be thwarted, overthrown rather: Love and Peace and all must be sacrificed to the Idols; uh-dx, d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn, vvn av: n1 cc n1 cc d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3663 which being so, what quietness can there be from hence? what peace or temper among such principles? These perpetually annoy, and disturb the Church; which being so, what quietness can there be from hence? what peace or temper among such principles? These perpetually annoy, and disturb the Church; r-crq vbg av, q-crq n1 vmb a-acp vbi p-acp av? q-crq n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2? np1 av-j vvi, cc vvi dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3664 and to know what they do in the State, let us consider Germany, Scotland, and 'tis to be hoped (though we have frail memories on this side) we shall not forget how peaceable the Sectaries have been in England, or not observe how quiet they are at this day. and to know what they do in the State, let us Consider Germany, Scotland, and it's to be hoped (though we have frail memories on this side) we shall not forget how peaceable the Sectaries have been in England, or not observe how quiet they Are At this day. cc pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vdb p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi np1, np1, cc pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi vvn (c-acp pns12 vhb j n2 p-acp d n1) pns12 vmb xx vvi c-crq j dt n2 vhb vbn p-acp np1, cc xx vvi c-crq j-jn pns32 vbr p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3665 Remember I hope we shall for Caution; I urge no other remembrance. remember I hope we shall for Caution; I urge no other remembrance. np1 pns11 vvb pns12 vmb p-acp n1; pns11 vvb dx j-jn n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3666 I wish they themselves did not remember them so well, as we find they do by many of the same actions and discourses: I wish they themselves did not Remember them so well, as we find they do by many of the same actions and discourses: pns11 vvb pns32 px32 vdd xx vvi pno32 av av, c-acp pns12 vvb pns32 vdb p-acp d pp-f dt d n2 cc n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3667 That Kings hold from the people; That Kings hold from the people; cst n2 vvb p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3668 are only Trustees for them, and may be resisted and deposed, when they fail in that trust, are Politicks that do not much tend to civil peace, Are only Trustees for them, and may be resisted and deposed, when they fail in that trust, Are Politics that do not much tend to civil peace, vbr av-j n2 p-acp pno32, cc vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp d n1, vbr n2-j cst vdb xx d vvi p-acp j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3669 and we know whose Principles those were; and we have no great reason to think they have quitted them. and we know whose Principles those were; and we have no great reason to think they have quit them. cc pns12 vvb r-crq n2 d vbdr; cc pns12 vhb dx j n1 pc-acp vvi pns32 vhb vvn pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3670 I can give but brief hints of things that would afford matter enough to fill Volumes, I can give but brief hints of things that would afford matter enough to fill Volumes, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j n2 pp-f n2 cst vmd vvi n1 av-d pc-acp vvi n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3671 as both Popish and Sectarian disloyalty, Rebellions and disturbances would do. But into these mens secrets let not our Souls come. as both Popish and Sectarian disloyalty, Rebellions and disturbances would do. But into these men's secrets let not our Souls come. c-acp d j cc np1 n1, n2 cc n2 vmd vdi. p-acp p-acp d ng2 n2-jn vvb xx po12 n2 vvb. (13) sermon (DIV1) 684 Image 203
3672 The Church that we (some of us at least) profess our selves to be members of, teacheth no unpeaceable doctrines, is guilty of no such practices. The Church that we (Some of us At least) profess our selves to be members of, Teaches no unpeaceable doctrines, is guilty of no such practices. dt n1 cst pns12 (d pp-f pno12 p-acp ds) vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f, vvz dx j n2, vbz j pp-f dx d n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 203
3673 It imposeth no Articles on our belief, as necessary to our Salvation, but the Ancient Creeds; It Imposes no Articles on our belief, as necessary to our Salvation, but the Ancient Creeds; pn31 vvz dx n2 p-acp po12 n1, c-acp j p-acp po12 n1, cc-acp dt j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 203
3674 no terms of Communion, but such reasonable orders and decencies as are free from all appearance of Idolatry and Superstition, no terms of Communion, but such reasonable order and decencies as Are free from all appearance of Idolatry and Superstition, dx n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp d j n2 cc n2 c-acp vbr j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 203
3675 or any thing else that is unlawful; or any thing Else that is unlawful; cc d n1 av cst vbz j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 203
3676 as will appear to any rational man, that shall take the pains to consider, and will judge impartially: as will appear to any rational man, that shall take the pains to Consider, and will judge impartially: c-acp vmb vvi p-acp d j n1, cst vmb vvi dt n2 pc-acp vvi, cc vmb vvi av-j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 203
3677 nothing that is more burthensome or grievous, than the Rites and usages of the Primitive Christian Church were; nothing that is more burdensome or grievous, than the Rites and usages of the Primitive Christian Church were; pix cst vbz av-dc j cc j, cs dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j njp n1 vbdr; (13) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 203
3678 which assertions I have in this place lately proved, and divers of our Divines in their books have fully done it, to the shame of Fanatical Gainsayers. which assertions I have in this place lately proved, and diverse of our Divines in their books have Fully done it, to the shame of Fanatical Gainsayers. r-crq n2 pns11 vhb p-acp d n1 av-j vvn, cc j pp-f po12 n2-jn p-acp po32 n2 vhb av-j vdn pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 203
3679 As to the concerns of civil peace, our Church, with Christ and his Apostles, teacheth active, chearful, conscientious obedience to the King, As to the concerns of civil peace, our Church, with christ and his Apostles, Teaches active, cheerful, conscientious Obedience to the King, p-acp p-acp dt vvz pp-f j n1, po12 n1, p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, vvz j, j, j n1 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 203
3680 and subordinate Rulers in all lawful things, and quiet submission to the penalties of not obeying, and subordinate Rulers in all lawful things, and quiet submission to the penalties of not obeying, cc j n2 p-acp d j n2, cc j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f xx vvg, (13) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 203
3681 when the things required are unlawful, plainly, certainly so: And that we are not in this, nor in any case to resist. when the things required Are unlawful, plainly, Certainly so: And that we Are not in this, nor in any case to resist. c-crq dt n2 vvn vbr j, av-j, av-j av: cc cst pns12 vbr xx p-acp d, ccx p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 203
3682 Suitable to this have been the practices of the people of this peaceable Church: Among whom there hath not yet been found a Rebel. Suitable to this have been the practices of the people of this peaceable Church: Among whom there hath not yet been found a Rebel. j p-acp d vhb vbn dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n1: p-acp ro-crq a-acp vhz xx av vbn vvn dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 203
3683 We never heard of a Church of England - man in the late wars against the King, We never herd of a Church of England - man in the late wars against the King, pns12 av-x vvd pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 - vvi p-acp dt j n2 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 203
3684 nor of a Sectary for him. But 4. The Faith deliver'd to the Saints, was a reasonable Faith; nor of a Sectary for him. But 4. The Faith Delivered to the Saints, was a reasonable Faith; ccx pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31. p-acp crd dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2, vbds dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 685 Image 203
3685 the understanding of man is the Candle of the Lord, Prov. 20. 27. The light of Reason is his light; the understanding of man is the Candle of the Lord, Curae 20. 27. The Light of Reason is his Light; dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz po31 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3686 with this The true light hath enlightned every one that cometh into the world, Joh. 1. 9. and one light is not contrary to another, there is difference in degree, but no opposition of Nature. Faith and Reason accord: with this The true Light hath enlightened every one that comes into the world, John 1. 9. and one Light is not contrary to Another, there is difference in degree, but no opposition of Nature. Faith and Reason accord: p-acp d dt j j vhz vvd d pi cst vvz p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd cc crd n1 vbz xx j-jn p-acp j-jn, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp dx n1 pp-f n1. n1 cc n1 n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3687 Yea, Faith is an act of Reason: 'tis the highest reason to believe in God: Yea, Faith is an act of Reason: it's the highest reason to believe in God: uh, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: pn31|vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3688 and the belief of our reason, is an act of Faith, viz. Faith in the truth and goodness of God, that would not give us faculties to delude and deceive us, and the belief of our reason, is an act of Faith, viz. Faith in the truth and Goodness of God, that would not give us faculties to delude and deceive us, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cst vmd xx vvi pno12 n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12, (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3689 when we rightly exercise and employ them. By Faith Reason is further enlightned, and by the use of Reason Faith is applyed. Religion and Reason sweetly agree; when we rightly exercise and employ them. By Faith Reason is further enlightened, and by the use of Reason Faith is applied. Religion and Reason sweetly agree; c-crq pns12 av-jn vvi cc vvb pno32. p-acp n1 n1 vbz jc vvn, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n1 vbz vvd. n1 cc n1 av-j vvi; (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3690 and nothing can be Religious that is unreasonable. Religion is a reasonable service. And by this Character Popery is disproved also. and nothing can be Religious that is unreasonable. Religion is a reasonable service. And by this Character Popery is disproved also. cc pix vmb vbi j cst vbz j. n1 vbz dt j n1. cc p-acp d n1 n1 vbz vvn av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3691 For that imposeth on the practice and minds of men, things that are extreamly unreasonable and absurd, as Articles of Religion: For that Imposes on the practice and minds of men, things that Are extremely unreasonable and absurd, as Articles of Religion: p-acp cst vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n2, n2 cst vbr av-jn j cc j, c-acp n2 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3692 Such are the worship of invisible beings, by Images of Wood or Stone, and especially the Doctrine of Transubstantiation which is full of Contradictions; Such Are the worship of invisible beings, by Images of Wood or Stone, and especially the Doctrine of Transubstantiation which is full of Contradictions; d vbr dt n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz j pp-f n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3693 as that the same body can be in a thousand places at once; that at the same time it may be bigger, and less than it self; as that the same body can be in a thousand places At once; that At the same time it may be bigger, and less than it self; c-acp cst dt d n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt crd n2 p-acp a-acp; cst p-acp dt d n1 pn31 vmb vbi jc, cc av-dc cs pn31 n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3694 that it may move towards and from it self; That it may be divided not into parts, but wholes: that it may move towards and from it self; That it may be divided not into parts, but wholes: cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp cc p-acp pn31 n1; cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn xx p-acp n2, cc-acp n2: (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3695 These, and numerous other absurdities and contradictions, to the reason of mankind are contain'd in the sensless mystery of Popish Transubstantiation. These, and numerous other absurdities and contradictions, to the reason of mankind Are contained in the senseless mystery of Popish Transubstantiation. d, cc j j-jn n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3696 To defend which, the Doctors of that Church are put upon this miserable shift of denying all reason in Religion, To defend which, the Doctors of that Church Are put upon this miserable shift of denying all reason in Religion, p-acp vvi r-crq, dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f vvg d n1 p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3697 even the greatest and most fundamental Article of it, That the same thing can be, and not be: even the greatest and most fundamental Article of it, That the same thing can be, and not be: av dt js cc av-ds j n1 pp-f pn31, cst dt d n1 vmb vbi, cc xx vbi: (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3698 which some of them say is the only method to confute Hereticks. which Some of them say is the only method to confute Heretics. r-crq d pp-f pno32 vvn vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3699 And while Reason and our Faculties are acknowledg'd, we cannot entertain their non-sence, nor be answer'd in our just oppositions of their gross absurdities. And while Reason and our Faculties Are acknowledged, we cannot entertain their nonsense, nor be answered in our just oppositions of their gross absurdities. cc cs n1 cc po12 n2 vbr vvn, pns12 vmbx vvi po32 n1, ccx vbi vvn p-acp po12 j n2 pp-f po32 j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 686 Image 203
3700 On the other side, the Character of a reasonable Faith condemns the Sects, the greatest part of whose Divinity is made up of sensless, absurd notions, set forth in unintelligible Fantastical Phrases; On the other side, the Character of a reasonable Faith condemns the Sects, the greatest part of whose Divinity is made up of senseless, absurd notions, Set forth in unintelligible Fantastical Phrases; p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz dt n2, dt js n1 pp-f rg-crq n1 vbz vvn a-acp pp-f j, j n2, vvd av p-acp j j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 203
3701 and these they account the heights of spirituality and mystery, upon which they value and boast themselves, and these they account the heights of spirituality and mystery, upon which they valve and boast themselves, cc d pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi px32, (13) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 203
3702 as the only knowing, the only spiritual people. as the only knowing, the only spiritual people. c-acp dt av-j vvg, dt j j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 203
3703 When there is nothing in all their pretended heights and spiritualities, but vain imagination and dreaming; When there is nothing in all their pretended heights and spiritualities, but vain imagination and dreaming; c-crq a-acp vbz pix p-acp d po32 j-vvn n2 cc n2, cc-acp j n1 cc j-vvg; (13) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 203
3704 and in v. 8. of this Epistle they are described by this Character, NONLATINALPHABET, Dreamers. and in v. 8. of this Epistle they Are described by this Character,, Dreamers. cc p-acp n1 crd pp-f d n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1,, n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 203
3705 And as the light of Sense and Reason dispels the vain Images of Dreams, so these admitted would cure Fanatical impostures and delusions. And as the Light of Sense and Reason dispels the vain Images of Dreams, so these admitted would cure Fanatical Impostors and delusions. cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz dt j n2 pp-f n2, av d vvn vmd vvi j n2 cc n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 203
3706 For which cause there is nothing they so vehemently declaim against as Reason, under the notion of carnal, For which cause there is nothing they so vehemently declaim against as Reason, under the notion of carnal, p-acp r-crq n1 pc-acp vbz pix pns32 av av-j vvi p-acp p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 203
3707 and as an enemy to the Spirit, and the things of it. There is indeed a carnal Reason, that is enmity to truth and goodness; and as an enemy to the Spirit, and the things of it. There is indeed a carnal Reason, that is enmity to truth and Goodness; cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31. pc-acp vbz av dt j n1, cst vbz n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 203
3708 but that is not the reason of our minds, but the reason of our appetite, passion, and corrupt interest; but that is not the reason of our minds, but the reason of our appetite, passion, and corrupt Interest; cc-acp d vbz xx dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, n1, cc j n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 203
3709 which is not reason truly so called, no more than an Ape is a man. which is not reason truly so called, no more than an Ape is a man. r-crq vbz xx n1 av-j av vvn, av-dx dc cs dt n1 vbz dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 203
3710 But for want of thus distinguishing the things that so differ, Enthusiasts rail violently against all Reason, But for want of thus distinguishing the things that so differ, Enthusiasts rail violently against all Reason, p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f av vvg dt n2 cst av vvi, n2 vvb av-j p-acp d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 203
3711 as the grand adversary of the truths and mysteries of the Gospel. Their Tenents that she calls so will not bear that light. as the grand adversary of the truths and Mysteres of the Gospel. Their Tenants that she calls so will not bear that Light. c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. po32 n2 cst pns31 vvz av vmb xx vvi d n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 687 Image 203
3712 But the Church of England teacheth no opinions, no mysteries that need such a desperate course to defend them. But the Church of England Teaches no opinions, no Mysteres that need such a desperate course to defend them. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dx n2, dx n2 cst vvb d dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (13) sermon (DIV1) 688 Image 203
3713 Its Articles of Faith are all contain'd in the Ancient Christian Creeds, which are no way opposite to Reason in any Article, Its Articles of Faith Are all contained in the Ancient Christian Creeds, which Are no Way opposite to Reason in any Article, po31 n2 pp-f n1 vbr d vvn p-acp dt j njp n2, r-crq vbr dx n1 j-jn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 688 Image 203
3714 yea, Reason either proves or defends them all. yea, Reason either Proves or defends them all. uh, n1 av-d vvz cc vvz pno32 d. (13) sermon (DIV1) 688 Image 203
3715 So that we never give out at this weapon, but are ready to use it upon all occasions against Atheists and Infidels of all sorts. So that we never give out At this weapon, but Are ready to use it upon all occasions against Atheists and Infidels of all sorts. av cst pns12 av-x vvb av p-acp d n1, cc-acp vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n2 p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f d n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 688 Image 203
3716 The Church of England owns no Religion but what is reasonable. 5. The Faith deliver'd to the Saints was certain; The Church of England owns no Religion but what is reasonable. 5. The Faith Delivered to the Saints was certain; dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dx n1 cc-acp q-crq vbz j. crd dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 vbds j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 688 Image 203
3717 it was deliver'd to them by those that had it from the holy Spirit of God, in the way of immediate inspiration. it was Delivered to them by those that had it from the holy Spirit of God, in the Way of immediate inspiration. pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d cst vhd pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 203
3718 Those holy men spake as they were inspired. Those holy men spoke as they were inspired. d j n2 vvd c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 203
3719 And that they were really so, was no fond imagination, or bold presumption, but a truth assured by those mighty miracles they were enabled to perform. And that they were really so, was no found imagination, or bold presumption, but a truth assured by those mighty Miracles they were enabled to perform. cc cst pns32 vbdr av-j av, vbds dx j n1, cc j n1, cc-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp d j n2 pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 203
3720 Those are Gods Seal, and the grand confirmation of a commission from him: and to this proof of their Doctrines, both Christ and his Apostles continually appealed. Those Are God's Seal, and the grand confirmation of a commission from him: and to this proof of their Doctrines, both christ and his Apostles continually appealed. d vbr n2 vvi, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31: cc p-acp d n1 pp-f po32 n2, d np1 cc po31 n2 av-j vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 203
3721 Here is the firm reasonable Foundation of the Christian certainty: Here is the firm reasonable Foundation of the Christian certainty: av vbz dt j j n1 pp-f dt njp n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 203
3722 The truths we believed are confirmed by Miracles, than which there can be no greater evidence. The truths we believed Are confirmed by Miracles, than which there can be no greater evidence. dt n2 pns12 vvd vbr vvn p-acp n2, cs r-crq a-acp vmb vbi dx jc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 689 Image 203
3723 But now the Roman Church destroys this ground of certainty by a multitude of lying wonders, which they impudently obtrude upon the belief of the people, But now the Roman Church Destroys this ground of certainty by a multitude of lying wonders, which they impudently obtrude upon the belief of the people, cc-acp av dt njp n1 vvz d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n2, r-crq pns32 av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 203
3724 for proof and confirmation of their false and corrupt Religion; the immediate consequence of which is a suspicion thereby brought upon the true Miracles; for proof and confirmation of their false and corrupt Religion; the immediate consequence of which is a suspicion thereby brought upon the true Miracles; p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 j cc j n1; dt j n1 pp-f r-crq vbz dt n1 av vvn p-acp dt j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 203
3725 and here is way made for Scepticism and uncertainty in the greatest, and most Sacred Christian Doctrines. and Here is Way made for Scepticism and uncertainty in the greatest, and most Sacred Christian Doctrines. cc av vbz n1 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt js, cc av-ds j njp n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 203
3726 And besides, the Church of Rome having introduced among these many doubtful, uncertain, and many certainly false opinions, And beside, the Church of Room having introduced among these many doubtful, uncertain, and many Certainly false opinions, cc a-acp, dt n1 pp-f vvb vhg vvd p-acp d d j, j, cc d av-j j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 203
3727 and imposed them upon the faith of its votaries, under the same obligations as it doth the most fundamental Articles; and imposed them upon the faith of its votaries, under the same obligations as it does the most fundamental Articles; cc vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp dt d n2 c-acp pn31 vdz dt av-ds j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 203
3728 what can be the consequence, but that those who discover the errour, or uncertainty of some of those pretended propositions of Faith, should doubt all the rest? And indeed since the main assurance is placed in the Infallibility of that Church, what can be the consequence, but that those who discover the error, or uncertainty of Some of those pretended propositions of Faith, should doubt all the rest? And indeed since the main assurance is placed in the Infallibility of that Church, q-crq vmb vbi dt n1, cc-acp cst d r-crq vvb dt n1, cc n1 pp-f d pp-f d j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, vmd vvi d dt n1? cc av c-acp dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 203
3729 for which there is so no reason, and so much plain evidence to the contrary: for which there is so no reason, and so much plain evidence to the contrary: p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz av dx n1, cc av d j n1 p-acp dt n-jn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 203
3730 Since themselves cannot tell where that boasted Infallibility is, whether in Pope or Council, if we should allow them any such, it follows that their Faith is precarious, Since themselves cannot tell where that boasted Infallibility is, whither in Pope or Council, if we should allow them any such, it follows that their Faith is precarious, c-acp px32 vmbx vvi c-crq cst j-vvn n1 vbz, cs p-acp n1 cc n1, cs pns12 vmd vvi pno32 d d, pn31 vvz d po32 n1 vbz j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 203
3731 and hath no foundation at all. and hath no Foundation At all. cc vhz dx n1 p-acp d. (13) sermon (DIV1) 690 Image 203
3732 In like manner the Sects among us resolve all their assurance either into a bare belief, In like manner the Sects among us resolve all their assurance either into a bore belief, p-acp j n1 dt n2 p-acp pno12 vvi d po32 n1 av-d p-acp dt j n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 691 Image 203
3733 or the testimony of a private Spirit; for their ground of crediting the Scriptures is but this Testimony; or the testimony of a private Spirit; for their ground of crediting the Scriptures is but this Testimony; cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; p-acp po32 n1 pp-f vvg dt n2 vbz p-acp d n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 691 Image 203
3734 and consequently whatever they receive from hence bottoms here. and consequently whatever they receive from hence bottoms Here. cc av-j r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp av n2 av. (13) sermon (DIV1) 691 Image 203
3735 The Papists believe the Scripture on the Testimony of the Church, and these believe them on the Testimony of the Spirit, that is in earnest, the suggestions and resolutions of their own, viz. they believe because they will believe, The Papists believe the Scripture on the Testimony of the Church, and these believe them on the Testimony of the Spirit, that is in earnest, the suggestions and resolutions of their own, viz. they believe Because they will believe, dt njp2 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz p-acp n1, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 d, n1 pns32 vvb c-acp pns32 vmb vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 691 Image 203
3736 and they find themselves inclin'd unto it. and they find themselves inclined unto it. cc pns32 vvb px32 vvn p-acp pn31. (13) sermon (DIV1) 691 Image 203
3737 And upon the same reason, when the imagination and humour alters they may cease to believe, or believe the contrary. And upon the same reason, when the imagination and humour alters they may cease to believe, or believe the contrary. cc p-acp dt d n1, c-crq dt n1 cc n1 vvz pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cc vvb dt n-jn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 692 Image 203
3738 And there is not any thing in the world more various and uncertain than the suggestions and impulses of a private Spirit. And there is not any thing in the world more various and uncertain than the suggestions and impulses of a private Spirit. cc pc-acp vbz xx d n1 p-acp dt n1 av-dc j cc j cs dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 692 Image 203
3739 Besides, the Sects also have vastly multiplied Articles of Faith, and made all their private opinions sacred, calling them Gospel truths, precious truths, saving truths, and the like; Beside, the Sects also have vastly multiplied Articles of Faith, and made all their private opinions sacred, calling them Gospel truths, precious truths, Saving truths, and the like; p-acp, dt n2 av vhi av-j vvn n2 pp-f n1, cc vvd d po32 j n2 j, vvg pno32 n1 n2, j n2, vvg n2, cc dt j; (13) sermon (DIV1) 692 Image 203
3740 when they are but uncertainties at the best, and usually false, and sensless imaginations; when they Are but uncertainties At the best, and usually false, and senseless Imaginations; c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp n2 p-acp dt js, cc av-j j, cc j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 692 Image 203
3741 by which way also they expose the whole body of Christian Principles to suspicion, and so weaken the Faith of some, by which Way also they expose the Whole body of Christian Principles to suspicion, and so weaken the Faith of Some, p-acp r-crq n1 av pns32 vvb dt j-jn n1 pp-f njp n2 p-acp n1, cc av vvi dt n1 pp-f d, (13) sermon (DIV1) 692 Image 203
3742 and destroy the Faith of others. and destroy the Faith of Others. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n2-jn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 692 Image 203
3743 But the Church of England secures the certainty of our Faith, by resolving it into the Scriptures, the true seats of Infallibility, But the Church of England secures the certainty of our Faith, by resolving it into the Scriptures, the true seats of Infallibility, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp dt n2, dt j n2 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 203
3744 and the belief of that into the Testimony of the Spirit in the true sense, viz. that Testimony that God gave by his Spirit to Christ and his Apostles, in those miraculous works he enabled them to perform: and the belief of that into the Testimony of the Spirit in the true sense, viz. that Testimony that God gave by his Spirit to christ and his Apostles, in those miraculous works he enabled them to perform: cc dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, n1 cst n1 cst np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, p-acp d j n2 pns31 vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi: (13) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 203
3745 They did not only bear witness of themselves, that, as our Saviour argues with the Jews, Luk. 11. 48. would not have signified much: They did not only bear witness of themselves, that, as our Saviour argues with the jews, Luk. 11. 48. would not have signified much: pns32 vdd xx av-j vvi n1 pp-f px32, cst, c-acp po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt np2, np1 crd crd vmd xx vhi vvn av-d: (13) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 203
3746 The Father bore witness with them, John 15. 8. and the works they performed by his power, were the sure testimony: The Father boar witness with them, John 15. 8. and the works they performed by his power, were the sure testimony: dt n1 vvd n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd cc dt n2 pns32 vvd p-acp po31 n1, vbdr dt j n1: (13) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 203
3747 Believe me for the works sake, saith our Saviour. Here is the ground of certainty. Believe me for the works sake, Says our Saviour. Here is the ground of certainty. vvb pno11 p-acp dt n2 n1, vvz po12 n1. av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 203
3748 And the Church of England entertains no Articles of Faith, but those principles that have been so confirm'd, that is, none but what are evidently contain'd in the Holy Scriptures. And the Church of England entertains no Articles of Faith, but those principles that have been so confirmed, that is, none but what Are evidently contained in the Holy Scriptures. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dx n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp d n2 cst vhb vbn av vvn, cst vbz, pix cc-acp r-crq vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt j n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 203
3749 Whereas the Roman Church (to mention no other) have made the absurd Doctrine of Transubstantiation, sacred, Whereas the Roman Church (to mention no other) have made the absurd Doctrine of Transubstantiation, sacred, cs dt njp n1 (pc-acp vvi dx j-jn) vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1, j, (13) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 203
3750 though it is not only not contained in Scripture but contrary to the reason, and even to the sound senses of mankind. though it is not only not contained in Scripture but contrary to the reason, and even to the found Senses of mankind. cs pn31 vbz xx j xx vvn p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn p-acp dt n1, cc av p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 203
3751 And if neither reason, nor so much as our senses, may be believ'd, what assurance can we have of any thing? A ground is here laid for everlasting Scepticism and uncertainty. And if neither reason, nor so much as our Senses, may be believed, what assurance can we have of any thing? A ground is Here laid for everlasting Scepticism and uncertainty. cc cs dx n1, ccx av av-d c-acp po12 n2, vmb vbi vvn, r-crq n1 vmb pns12 vhi pp-f d n1? dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 203
3752 And the Sects have laid the same in their numerous, silly tenents, that are contrary to some of the most fundamental principles of Reason. And the Sects have laid the same in their numerous, silly tenants, that Are contrary to Some of the most fundamental principles of Reason. cc dt n2 vhb vvn dt d p-acp po32 j, j n2, cst vbr j-jn p-acp d pp-f dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 203
3753 Nothing of which, can with any shew, be objected against this Church. 6. The Faith delivered to the Saints, was Catholick. Nothing of which, can with any show, be objected against this Church. 6. The Faith Delivered to the Saints, was Catholic. pix pp-f r-crq, vmb p-acp d n1, vbb vvn p-acp d n1. crd dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2, vbds njp. (13) sermon (DIV1) 693 Image 203
3754 'Twas deliver'd to all the Saints, entertain'd by all: 'Twas Delivered to all the Saints, entertained by all: pn31|vbds vvn p-acp d dt n2, vvn p-acp d: (13) sermon (DIV1) 694 Image 203
3755 and was not only the opinion and belief of a prevailing Faction, or of particular men in Corners. and was not only the opinion and belief of a prevailing Faction, or of particular men in Corners. cc vbds xx av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, cc pp-f j n2 p-acp n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 694 Image 203
3756 The Commission given the Disciples, was to go and teach all Nations, and to preach the Gospel to every creature, The Commission given the Disciples, was to go and teach all nations, and to preach the Gospel to every creature, dt n1 vvn dt n2, vbds pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 694 Image 203
3757 and accordingly it was widely diffused, and all that profest the name of Christ, were instructed in his Faith and Religion; and accordingly it was widely diffused, and all that professed the name of christ, were instructed in his Faith and Religion; cc av-vvg pn31 vbds av-j vvn, cc d cst vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV1) 694 Image 203
3758 in all the articles and duties of it, that were essential and necessary: in all the Articles and duties of it, that were essential and necessary: p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, cst vbdr j cc j: (13) sermon (DIV1) 694 Image 203
3759 In these they joyn'd in holy love and communion, till Sects came among them, that introduced damnable Heresies, contrary to the doctrine they had received: In these they joined in holy love and communion, till Sects Come among them, that introduced damnable Heresies, contrary to the Doctrine they had received: p-acp d pns32 vvd p-acp j n1 cc n1, c-acp n2 vvd p-acp pno32, cst vvd j n2, j-jn p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhd vvn: (13) sermon (DIV1) 694 Image 203
3760 These divided from the Unity of the pure Catholick Church, and separated themselves from it, gathering into select companies of their own, under pretence of more Truth and Holiness. These divided from the Unity of the pure Catholic Church, and separated themselves from it, gathering into select companies of their own, under pretence of more Truth and Holiness. d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j njp n1, cc vvn px32 p-acp pn31, vvg p-acp j n2 pp-f po32 d, p-acp n1 pp-f dc n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV1) 694 Image 203
3761 After this manner, the Church of Rome; which had for some ages been eminent in the Catholick Church, did at last corrupt, After this manner, the Church of Room; which had for Some ages been eminent in the Catholic Church, did At last corrupt, p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f vvb; r-crq vhd p-acp d n2 vbn j p-acp dt njp n1, vdd p-acp ord vvi, (13) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 203
3762 and introduce divers unsound doctrines and usages, unknown to the Ancient Catholicks; and introduce diverse unsound doctrines and usages, unknown to the Ancient Catholics; cc vvi j j n2 cc n2, j p-acp dt j njp2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 203
3763 and being great and powerful, it assumed the name of the Catholick Church to it self, and being great and powerful, it assumed the name of the Catholic Church to it self, cc vbg j cc j, pn31 vvn dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1 p-acp pn31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 203
3764 and condemn'd all other Christians as Hereticks, when it was it self but a grand Sect, against whose depraved doctrines and ways, there was a Church in all ages that did protest. and condemned all other Christians as Heretics, when it was it self but a grand Sect, against whose depraved doctrines and ways, there was a Church in all ages that did protest. cc vvd d j-jn np1 p-acp n2, c-crq pn31 vbds pn31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp rg-crq j-vvn n2 cc n2, pc-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp d n2 cst vdd vvi. (13) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 203
3765 For the Greek Churches, which are of as large extent as theirs, never assented to them; For the Greek Churches, which Are of as large extent as theirs, never assented to them; p-acp dt jp n2, r-crq vbr pp-f a-acp j n1 p-acp png32, av vvd p-acp pno32; (13) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 203
3766 and divers other Christians in all times, bore Testimony against those errours and depravations. and diverse other Christians in all times, boar Testimony against those errors and depravations. cc j j-jn np1 p-acp d n2, vvd n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2. (13) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 203
3767 This Sect was large and numerous indeed, but 'tis not the number, but the principles, make the Catholick; This Sect was large and numerous indeed, but it's not the number, but the principles, make the Catholic; d n1 vbds j cc j av, cc-acp pn31|vbz xx dt n1, cc-acp dt n2, vvb dt njp; (13) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 203
3768 Principles conformable to those that were deliver'd to the Saints. From these they have departed. Principles conformable to those that were Delivered to the Saints. From these they have departed. n2 j p-acp d cst vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2. p-acp d pns32 vhb vvn. (13) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 203
3769 And the lesser Sects among us have done the same, by the many vain additions that they have made to the Faith, And the lesser Sects among us have done the same, by the many vain additions that they have made to the Faith, cc dt jc n2 p-acp pno12 vhb vdn dt d, p-acp dt d j n2 cst pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 203
3770 and their unjust Separation from that Church, which retains the whole body of Catholick Doctrines and main Practices; and their unjust Separation from that Church, which retains the Whole body of Catholic Doctrines and main Practices; cc po32 j n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vvz dt j-jn n1 pp-f njp n2 cc j n2; (13) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 203
3771 without the mixture of any thing Heretical or unlawful. without the mixture of any thing Heretical or unlawful. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 j cc j. (13) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 203
3772 A Church that doth not damn all the world besides her own members, as the Roman Church, A Church that does not damn all the world beside her own members, as the Roman Church, dt n1 cst vdz xx vvi d dt n1 p-acp po31 d n2, c-acp dt njp n1, (13) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 203
3773 and divers of the Sects do, but extends her Charity to all Christians, though many of them are under great mistakes, and diverse of the Sects do, but extends her Charity to all Christians, though many of them Are under great mistakes, cc j pp-f dt n2 vdb, cc-acp vvz po31 n1 p-acp d np1, cs d pp-f pno32 vbr p-acp j n2, (13) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 203
3774 and so is truly Catholick both in her Principles and Affections, I mean the Church of England as now established by Law, which God preserve in its purity. Amen. FINIS. and so is truly Catholic both in her Principles and Affections, I mean the Church of England as now established by Law, which God preserve in its purity. Amen. FINIS. cc av vbz av-j njp av-d p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp av vvn p-acp n1, r-crq np1 vvb p-acp po31 n1. uh-n. fw-la. (13) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 203
3775 REVEL. XIV. Ver. 13. And I heard a voice from Heaven, saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which dye in the Lord, from henceforth, REVEL. XIV. Ver. 13. And I herd a voice from Heaven, saying unto me, Write, Blessed Are the dead which die in the Lord, from henceforth, vvi. np1. np1 crd cc pns11 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp pno11, vvb, vvn vbr dt j r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1, p-acp av, (14) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 217
3776 yea saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours, and their works do follow them. yea Says the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours, and their works do follow them. uh vvz dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc po32 n2 vdb vvi pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 695 Image 217
3777 THe more attentively we consider the Christian Religion in any of its parts, we find greater grounds for the confirmation both of its Author and excellency; THe more attentively we Consider the Christian Religion in any of its parts, we find greater grounds for the confirmation both of its Author and excellency; dt av-dc av-j pns12 vvb dt njp n1 p-acp d pp-f po31 n2, pns12 vvb jc n2 p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 696 Image 217
3778 so infinitely does it surpass all those writings of that nature, which the great Sages of the World, have, with so much superciliousness on their part, so infinitely does it surpass all those writings of that nature, which the great Sages of the World, have, with so much superciliousness on their part, av av-j vdz pn31 vvi d d n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq dt j n2-jn pp-f dt n1, vhb, p-acp av d n1 p-acp po32 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 696 Image 217
3779 and admiration from their respective followers, I may add too (all things considered) not without meriting due praise from us, delivered to their Scholars. and admiration from their respective followers, I may add too (all things considered) not without meriting due praise from us, Delivered to their Scholars. cc n1 p-acp po32 j n2, pns11 vmb vvi av (d n2 vvn) xx p-acp vvg j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, vvn p-acp po32 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 696 Image 217
3780 And this will appear evident and undeniable if we but parallel them in any of the chief heads; And this will appear evident and undeniable if we but parallel them in any of the chief Heads; cc d vmb vvi j cc j cs pns12 p-acp n1 pno32 p-acp d pp-f dt j-jn n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 697 Image 217
3781 for instance, in the principles upon which our Religion does proceed, the precepts it contains, and the rewards it appoints; for instance, in the principles upon which our Religion does proceed, the Precepts it contains, and the rewards it appoints; p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vdz vvi, dt n2 pn31 vvz, cc dt n2 pn31 vvz; (14) sermon (DIV1) 697 Image 217
3782 which division will comprize the summ of what we profess: which division will comprise the sum of what we profess: r-crq n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb: (14) sermon (DIV1) 697 Image 217
3783 In all which the great Masters of Heathen wisdom, do plainly discover, either a great deal of Ignorance, In all which the great Masters of Heathen Wisdom, do plainly discover, either a great deal of Ignorance, p-acp d r-crq dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vdb av-j vvi, d dt j n1 pp-f n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 697 Image 217
3784 or malice, in prevaricating that light they had reflected upon them from Jewish tradition, so that it may be well doubted whether their Symbolick Divinity were not design'd rather to concel their own Ignorance in what they pretended to, or malice, in prevaricating that Light they had reflected upon them from Jewish tradition, so that it may be well doubted whither their Symbolic Divinity were not designed rather to counsel their own Ignorance in what they pretended to, cc n1, p-acp vvg d n1 pns32 vhd vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp jp n1, av cst pn31 vmb vbi av vvn cs po32 j-jn n1 vbdr xx vvn av p-acp n1 po32 d n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp, (14) sermon (DIV1) 697 Image 217
3785 than to secure the rites and mysteries thereof from the vulgar's profanation. For example: than to secure the Rites and Mysteres thereof from the vulgar's profanation. For Exampl: cs pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 av p-acp dt ng1 n1. p-acp n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 697 Image 217
3786 1. Take first the Principles, those truths that are the Basis and foundation of our Religion; 1. Take First the Principles, those truths that Are the Basis and Foundation of our Religion; crd vvb ord dt n2, d n2 cst vbr dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 698 Image 217
3787 such as are the Being and Nature of God, the Creation of the World, the Fall of man, such as Are the Being and Nature of God, the Creation of the World, the Fallen of man, d c-acp vbr dt vbg cc n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 698 Image 217
3788 and his Redemption by a Messias, the Immortality of the Soul, and the Resurrection; and his Redemption by a Messias, the Immortality of the Soul, and the Resurrection; cc po31 n1 p-acp dt np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 698 Image 217
3789 'tis plain the whole Philosophick world had none, or but a very imperfect knowledge of almost all of them; it's plain the Whole Philosophic world had none, or but a very imperfect knowledge of almost all of them; pn31|vbz av-j dt j-jn j n1 vhd pix, cc p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f av d pp-f pno32; (14) sermon (DIV1) 698 Image 217
3790 However some, of their lavish Charity, have endeavour'd to squeeze as much from their writings: However Some, of their lavish Charity, have endeavoured to squeeze as much from their writings: c-acp d, pp-f po32 j n1, vhb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d p-acp po32 n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 698 Image 217
3791 Nay, that they were not without some knowledge of our greatest Mysteries, viz. of a Messias under their Daimono-Latria, and even of the Trinity in Plato 's Triad, Nay, that they were not without Some knowledge of our greatest Mysteres, viz. of a Messias under their Daimono-Latria, and even of the Trinity in Plato is Triad, uh-x, cst pns32 vbdr xx p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 js n2, n1 pp-f dt np1 p-acp po32 j, cc av pp-f dt np1 p-acp np1 vbz np1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 698 Image 217
3792 and the Resurrection of the body, under the Indians Palin-genesis: But no body that has any veneration either for the Scriptures, and the Resurrection of the body, under the Indians Paligenesis: But no body that has any veneration either for the Scriptures, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt njpg2 n1: p-acp dx n1 cst vhz d n1 av-d p-acp dt n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 698 Image 217
3793 or but for Truth in general, but must see and acknowledge that all this is but tortur'd from them. or but for Truth in general, but must see and acknowledge that all this is but tortured from them. cc p-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp vmb vvi cc vvi cst d d vbz cc-acp vvn p-acp pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 698 Image 217
3794 Nor may we deny this further, that whatever Notions of this kind they had, were but traditional in respect of their Origine, Nor may we deny this further, that whatever Notions of this kind they had, were but traditional in respect of their Origine, ccx vmb pns12 vvi d av-jc, cst r-crq n2 pp-f d n1 pns32 vhd, vbdr p-acp j p-acp n1 pp-f po32 fw-la, (14) sermon (DIV1) 699 Image 217
3795 and conjectural in reference to their ambiguity and uncertainty. 2. The like is to be said of their Rules and Precepts of virtuous living. and conjectural in Referente to their ambiguity and uncertainty. 2. The like is to be said of their Rules and Precepts of virtuous living. cc j p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. crd dt j vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po32 n2 cc n2 pp-f j n-vvg. (14) sermon (DIV1) 699 Image 217
3796 For we may not detract thus much from them, that they have recommended many excellent Institutes to their Sects. For we may not detract thus much from them, that they have recommended many excellent Institutes to their Sects. c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi av av-d p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vhb vvn d j np1 p-acp po32 n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 700 Image 217
3797 You shall collect among them many very admirable sayings, such as these; To know our selves; to abstain from vice; to bear afflictions: You shall collect among them many very admirable sayings, such as these; To know our selves; to abstain from vice; to bear afflictions: pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 d av j n2-vvg, d c-acp d; pc-acp vvi po12 n2; pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; pc-acp vvi n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 700 Image 217
3798 to do justly, and speak truly NONLATINALPHABET do as we would be done by; and many more. to do justly, and speak truly do as we would be done by; and many more. pc-acp vdi av-j, cc vvi av-j vdb p-acp pns12 vmd vbi vdn p-acp; cc d dc. (14) sermon (DIV1) 701 Image 217
3799 Indeed for that kind of Divinity which was deducible from the Rules of common prudence and observation, Indeed for that kind of Divinity which was deducible from the Rules of Common prudence and observation, av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbds j p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 702 Image 217
3800 and depended not chiefly or solely upon Divine Revelation, they have done extraordinary well: and depended not chiefly or solely upon Divine Revelation, they have done extraordinary well: cc vvd xx av-jn cc av-j p-acp j-jn n1, pns32 vhb vdn j av: (14) sermon (DIV1) 702 Image 217
3801 And if they had not furnish'd us with so many famous examples of Vertue too, it would not reflect so much upon the Professors of Christianity, which in the spirituality of its precepts has as far exceeded all that they have writ, And if they had not furnished us with so many famous Examples of Virtue too, it would not reflect so much upon the Professors of Christianity, which in the spirituality of its Precepts has as Far exceeded all that they have writ, cc cs pns32 vhd xx vvn pno12 p-acp av d j n2 pp-f n1 av, pn31 vmd xx vvi av av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vhz a-acp av-j vvd d cst pns32 vhb vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 702 Image 217
3802 as some of their Lives have most of ours; as Some of their Lives have most of ours; c-acp d pp-f po32 n2 vhb ds pp-f png12; (14) sermon (DIV1) 702 Image 217
3803 though that be not to be imputed to our Religion, unless it were justly chargeable upon the vitiosity or defect of its Principles or Rules. though that be not to be imputed to our Religion, unless it were justly chargeable upon the vitiosity or defect of its Principles or Rules. c-acp d vbb xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1, cs pn31 vbdr av-j j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 702 Image 217
3804 Thus miserably however do we compensate the Divine culture; Thus miserably however doe we compensate the Divine culture; av av-j c-acp n1 pns12 j dt j-jn n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 703 Image 217
3805 and as if Nature abhorring so great a disparity betwixt mankind, would thus ballance the Heathen with the Christian World; and as if Nature abhorring so great a disparity betwixt mankind, would thus balance the Heathen with the Christian World; cc c-acp cs n1 vvg av j dt n1 p-acp n1, vmd av vvi dt j-jn p-acp dt njp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 703 Image 217
3806 by opposing their Imperfect Knowledge, but severer Vertue, to our diviner Laws, but greater licentiousness in Practice: by opposing their Imperfect Knowledge, but severer Virtue, to our diviner Laws, but greater licentiousness in Practice: p-acp vvg po32 j n1, cc-acp jc n1, p-acp po12 jc-jn n2, cc-acp jc n1 p-acp n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 703 Image 217
3807 Many of them having, by as great proportions exceeded us in their endeavours after goodness, as we do them in the knowledge and other means of it. Many of them having, by as great proportions exceeded us in their endeavours After Goodness, as we do them in the knowledge and other means of it. d pp-f pno32 vhg, p-acp p-acp j n2 vvd pno12 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vdb pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc j-jn n2 pp-f pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 703 Image 217
3808 3. Last of all (which brings it to our present subject) Christianity propounds nothing but upon the fairest and surest encouragement imaginable. 3. Last of all (which brings it to our present Subject) Christianity propounds nothing but upon the Fairest and Surest encouragement imaginable. crd ord pp-f d (r-crq vvz pn31 p-acp po12 j n-jn) np1 vvz pix cc-acp p-acp dt js cc js n1 j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 704 Image 217
3809 For the happiness of our Religion is both transcendently superiour to their discoveries and accompts of it; For the happiness of our Religion is both transcendently superior to their discoveries and accounts of it; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz av-d av-j j-jn p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 704 Image 217
3810 and then also we are sufficiently and unquestionably assur'd hereof, i.e. 'tis not recommended to us upon plausible perswasions and inconclusive arguments, and then also we Are sufficiently and unquestionably assured hereof, i.e. it's not recommended to us upon plausible persuasions and inconclusive Arguments, cc av av pns12 vbr av-j cc av-j vvn av, n1 pn31|vbz xx vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp j n2 cc j n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 704 Image 217
3811 but in the genuine sence of St. Paul 's expressions, 1 Corinth. 2. 4. in demonstration of the Spirit and Power. but in the genuine sense of Saint Paul is expressions, 1 Corinth. 2. 4. in demonstration of the Spirit and Power. cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 np1 vbz n2, crd np1. crd crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 704 Image 217
3812 So that we see there is a kind of peculiar excellency in the Holy Scriptures, above all the Systems of the greatest Moralists; So that we see there is a kind of peculiar excellency in the Holy Scriptures, above all the Systems of the greatest Moralists; av cst pns12 vvb a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt j n2, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt js n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 705 Image 217
3813 the foundation of our Obedience being laid upon clearer and better principles, the practice of our obedience being carried higher by the spirituality of its commands, the Foundation of our obedience being laid upon clearer and better principles, the practice of our Obedience being carried higher by the spirituality of its commands, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbg vvn p-acp jc cc jc n2, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbg vvn jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 705 Image 217
3814 and the rewards of our obedience being incomparably greater, than what we can conceive, much less could they promise or bestow. and the rewards of our Obedience being incomparably greater, than what we can conceive, much less could they promise or bestow. cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbg av-j jc, cs r-crq pns12 vmb vvi, av-d av-dc vmd pns32 vvi cc vvi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 705 Image 217
3815 'Tis the last of these that is contain'd in the Text, and for which I am to be further accomptable to ye in the prosecution of the words I have read. It's the last of these that is contained in the Text, and for which I am to be further accountable to you in the prosecution of the words I have read. pn31|vbz dt ord pp-f d cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp r-crq pns11 vbm pc-acp vbi jc j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pns11 vhb vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 706 Image 217
3816 And I heard a voice from Heaven, saying unto me, Write, Blessed, &c. Wherein we have these following particulars principally to be observed. And I herd a voice from Heaven, saying unto me, Write, Blessed, etc. Wherein we have these following particulars principally to be observed. cc pns11 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp pno11, vvb, j-vvn, av c-crq pns12 vhb d j-vvg n2-j av-jn pc-acp vbi vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 706 Image 217
3817 1. The happiness of good men describ'd by its general nature, they are blessed, and by its integral parts, they rest from their labours, and their works do follow them. 1. The happiness of good men described by its general nature, they Are blessed, and by its integral parts, they rest from their labours, and their works do follow them. crd dt n1 pp-f j n2 vvn p-acp po31 j n1, pns32 vbr vvn, cc p-acp po31 j n2, pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc po32 n2 vdb vvi pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 707 Image 217
3818 2. The Security and Evidence upon which this happiness is promis'd and asserted, yea saith the Spirit. 2. The Security and Evidence upon which this happiness is promised and asserted, yea Says the Spirit. crd dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn cc vvn, uh vvz dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 708 Image 217
3819 3. The time of its perfection and accomplishment, partly in this life, but not fully nor completely till death, saying Blessed are the dead that dye in the Lord. 3. The time of its perfection and accomplishment, partly in this life, but not Fully nor completely till death, saying Blessed Are the dead that die in the Lord. crd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, av p-acp d n1, cc-acp xx av-j ccx av-j c-acp n1, vvg vvn vbr dt j cst vvb p-acp dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 709 Image 217
3820 4. And lastly, the Influence which the consideration of these premisses ought to have upon us, both in Life and Death, in reference to Obedience and Patience. And I. 4. And lastly, the Influence which the consideration of these premises ought to have upon us, both in Life and Death, in Referente to obedience and Patience. And I. crd cc ord, dt n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f d n2 vmd pc-acp vhi p-acp pno12, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. cc pns11. (14) sermon (DIV1) 710 Image 217
3821 To begin with the description of that happiness, those rewards, which are propounded to us for the encouragement of our Obedience and Patience: To begin with the description of that happiness, those rewards, which Are propounded to us for the encouragement of our obedience and Patience: p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, d n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 711 Image 217
3822 Which are so great, that I am utterly ignorant by what measures to describe them to ye. Which Are so great, that I am utterly ignorant by what measures to describe them to you. r-crq vbr av j, cst pns11 vbm av-j j p-acp r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pn22. (14) sermon (DIV1) 711 Image 217
3823 The nature of that Celestial bliss as far transcending all our present felicities, by which we should judge of it; The nature of that Celestial bliss as Far transcending all our present felicities, by which we should judge of it; dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 c-acp av-j vvg d po12 j n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd vvi pp-f pn31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 711 Image 217
3824 as it does the very capacity of our meriting it. as it does the very capacity of our meriting it. c-acp pn31 vdz dt j n1 pp-f po12 vvg pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 711 Image 217
3825 Sir Francis Bacon has observ'd, We can have but a very imperfect accompt of those things, which receed any whit near those extreams of Nothing and Infinity: because either by their parvity or immensity, they elude or confound our knowledge. Sir Francis Bacon has observed, We can have but a very imperfect account of those things, which recede any whit near those extremes of Nothing and Infinity: Because either by their parvity or immensity, they elude or confound our knowledge. n1 np1 n1 vhz vvn, pns12 vmb vhi p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vvb d n1 av-j d n2-jn pp-f pix cc crd: c-acp d p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, pns32 vvb cc vvi po12 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 712 Image 217
3826 And especially the latter, which choak the understanding; And especially the latter, which choke the understanding; cc av-j dt d, r-crq vvb dt n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 713 Image 217
3827 and is like the beholding of the Sun, whose light and lustre, by which we discern other objects, marrs, and dimms our sight. and is like the beholding of the Sun, whose Light and lustre, by which we discern other objects, mars, and dimms our sighed. cc vbz av-j dt vvg pp-f dt n1, rg-crq n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb j-jn n2, vvz, cc vvz po12 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 713 Image 217
3828 Such is the transcendent excellency of our future bliss, at once the delight and amazement of our Intellectuals. Such is the transcendent excellency of our future bliss, At once the delight and amazement of our Intellectuals. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 j-jn n1, p-acp a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2-j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 714 Image 217
3829 In the description whereof our highest expressions are so far from being hyperbolical, that they amount but to a Litotes; so that after our utmost endeavours we must content our selves with St. Pauls account of it, in his First and Second Epistles to the Corinthians, his NONLATINALPHABET, In the description whereof our highest expressions Are so Far from being hyperbolical, that they amount but to a Litotes; so that After our utmost endeavours we must content our selves with Saint Paul's account of it, in his First and Second Epistles to the Corinthians, his, p-acp dt n1 c-crq po12 js n2 vbr av av-j p-acp vbg j, cst pns32 vvi cc-acp p-acp dt np1; av cst p-acp po12 j n2 pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 npg1 n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp po31 ord cc ord n2 p-acp dt np1, po31, (14) sermon (DIV1) 715 Image 217
3830 and his NONLATINALPHABET, unutterable, for that I take to be the meaning (and not as we render it unlawful ) of NONLATINALPHABET, and also unconceiveable. and his, unutterable, for that I take to be the meaning (and not as we render it unlawful) of, and also unconceivable. cc po31, j, p-acp cst pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 (cc xx c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 j) pp-f, cc av j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 715 Image 217
3831 So inevitably should we diminish the Glory of Heaven, by any expression, illustration, or parallel whatever. So inevitably should we diminish the Glory of Heaven, by any expression, illustration, or parallel whatever. av av-j vmd pns12 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1, n1, cc vvi r-crq. (14) sermon (DIV1) 716 Image 217
3832 Which happiness of ours consists of, and is integrated by these two parts. The total privation of all evil. Which happiness of ours consists of, and is integrated by these two parts. The total privation of all evil. r-crq n1 pp-f png12 vvz pp-f, cc vbz vvn p-acp d crd n2. dt j n1 pp-f d n-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 717 Image 217
3833 And the aggregate enjoyment of all good. And the aggregate enjoyment of all good. cc dt j n1 pp-f d j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 719 Image 217
3834 Both which as they are necessarily requisite to the nature of the things, so are they contain'd in the very notion of the word. Both which as they Are necessarily requisite to the nature of the things, so Are they contained in the very notion of the word. d r-crq c-acp pns32 vbr av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, av vbr pns32 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 720 Image 217
3835 For as the plurality of the Hebrew word NONLATINALPHABET [ Ashrei ] ostendit omnigenam beatitudinem; For as the plurality of the Hebrew word [ Ashrei ] ostendit omnigenam beatitudinem; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1 [ np1 ] fw-la fw-la fw-la; (14) sermon (DIV1) 721 Image 217
3836 so more expresly does the Etymology of the Greek word answer hereunto, NONLATINALPHABET either from NONLATINALPHABET immunity from evil, or NONLATINALPHABET extremity of joy; so more expressly does the Etymology of the Greek word answer hereunto, either from immunity from evil, or extremity of joy; av av-dc av-j vdz dt n1 pp-f dt jp n1 vvi av, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp n-jn, cc n1 pp-f n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 721 Image 217
3837 and accordingly 'tis describ'd in my Text, first Privatively, and then Positively. and accordingly it's described in my Text, First Privatively, and then Positively. cc av-vvg pn31|vbz vvn p-acp po11 n1, ord av-jn, cc av av-j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 721 Image 217
3838 1. For the privative part, Rest from their labours, or which is all one, Immunity from Evil, by which this happiness is oft-times describ'd: 1. For the privative part, Rest from their labours, or which is all one, Immunity from Evil, by which this happiness is ofttimes described: crd p-acp dt j vvi, vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc r-crq vbz d pi, n1 p-acp j-jn, p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz av vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 722 Image 217
3839 for though the privation hereof simply and absolutely signifie no part hereof, the absence especially; for though the privation hereof simply and absolutely signify no part hereof, the absence especially; c-acp cs dt n1 av av-j cc av-j vvi dx n1 av, dt n1 av-j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 722 Image 217
3840 for by that reason you might call a stock or stone or any other insensible creature happy, for by that reason you might call a stock or stone or any other insensible creature happy, c-acp p-acp d n1 pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 cc n1 cc d j-jn j n1 j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 722 Image 217
3841 as by the other a Horse or Dog might be said to be so when dead: as by the other a Horse or Dog might be said to be so when dead: c-acp p-acp dt j-jn dt n1 cc n1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi av c-crq j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 722 Image 217
3842 yet inasmuch as it is more than a negation, namely the being deliver'd from a world of misery wherewith we are now infested, yet inasmuch as it is more than a negation, namely the being Delivered from a world of misery wherewith we Are now infested, av av c-acp pn31 vbz dc cs dt n1, av av vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pns12 vbr av j-vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 722 Image 217
3843 and more which we had deserved, and were once obnoxious to, which we also then behold in others of the same make and nature with us; and more which we had deserved, and were once obnoxious to, which we also then behold in Others of the same make and nature with us; cc av-dc r-crq pns12 vhd vvn, cc vbdr a-acp j p-acp, r-crq pns12 av av vvi p-acp n2-jn pp-f dt d vvi cc n1 p-acp pno12; (14) sermon (DIV1) 722 Image 217
3844 the contemplation hereof, by which it so widely differs from both the Instances, must needs fill our mind with an ineffable delight and satisfaction. the contemplation hereof, by which it so widely differs from both the Instances, must needs fill our mind with an ineffable delight and satisfaction. dt n1 av, p-acp r-crq pn31 av av-j vvz p-acp d dt n2, vmb av vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 722 Image 217
3845 Or at least if this indolency be no part of our happiness, yet is it so absolutely needful to it, that we cannot tell well how to conceive of it without this; Or At least if this indolency be no part of our happiness, yet is it so absolutely needful to it, that we cannot tell well how to conceive of it without this; cc p-acp ds cs d n1 vbb dx n1 pp-f po12 n1, av vbz pn31 av av-j j p-acp pn31, cst pns12 vmbx vvi av c-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31 p-acp d; (14) sermon (DIV1) 723 Image 217
3846 and much less can such a thing be as perfect happiness and degrees of misery conjoyn'd together. and much less can such a thing be as perfect happiness and Degrees of misery conjoined together. cc av-d av-dc vmb d dt n1 vbb a-acp j n1 cc n2 pp-f n1 vvn av. (14) sermon (DIV1) 723 Image 217
3847 Nor did ever any Sect of Philosophers think otherwise, but those sullen and self will'd Stoicks. Nor did ever any Sect of Philosophers think otherwise, but those sullen and self willed Stoics. ccx vdd av d n1 pp-f n2 vvb av, cc-acp d j cc n1 vvd njp2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 724 Image 217
3848 That ever any body should be so mad to cry out in the extremity of pain and misery, Quàm suave, quàm dulce hoc est, quàm hoc non curo! That ever any body should be so mad to cry out in the extremity of pain and misery, Quàm suave, quàm dulce hoc est, quàm hoc non curo! cst av d n1 vmd vbi av j pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la! (14) sermon (DIV1) 724 Image 217
3849 And I cannot but laugh at Possidonius his Rant, Nil agis, O Dolor, &c. There are divers instances of such who have born most exquisite miseries even to admiration, And I cannot but laugh At Posidonius his Rant, Nil Agis, Oh Dolour, etc. There Are diverse instances of such who have born most exquisite misery's even to admiration, cc pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi p-acp npg1 po31 np1, fw-la fw-la, uh n1, av pc-acp vbr j n2 pp-f d r-crq vhb vvn av-ds j n2 av p-acp n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 724 Image 217
3850 as well out of a kind of hardiness of nature, as greatness of mind; and in that they were less miserable than the delicate and impatient: as well out of a kind of hardiness of nature, as greatness of mind; and in that they were less miserable than the delicate and impatient: c-acp av av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, c-acp n1 pp-f n1; cc p-acp cst pns32 vbdr av-dc j cs dt j cc j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 725 Image 217
3851 but whence was it? either from necessity, or hope, or both; but whence was it? either from necessity, or hope, or both; cc-acp q-crq vbds pn31? av-d p-acp n1, cc n1, cc d; (14) sermon (DIV1) 725 Image 217
3852 this is Christian-like, but that is bruitish, if it were sufficient without t'other, but 'tis not, this is Christianlike, but that is brutish, if it were sufficient without tother, but it's not, d vbz j, cc-acp cst vbz j, cs pn31 vbdr j p-acp n-jn, cc-acp pn31|vbz xx, (14) sermon (DIV1) 725 Image 217
3853 for perpetuity would certainly render any evil intolerable. for perpetuity would Certainly render any evil intolerable. p-acp n1 vmd av-j vvi d j-jn j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 725 Image 217
3854 So that we are so far from being completely happy as long as any disease or inquietude of mind or body does attend us; So that we Are so Far from being completely happy as long as any disease or inquietude of mind or body does attend us; av cst pns12 vbr av av-j p-acp vbg av-j j c-acp j c-acp d n1 cc vvn pp-f n1 cc n1 vdz vvi pno12; (14) sermon (DIV1) 726 Image 217
3855 that the hope of being delivered is the only argument that can afford us any solid and rational comfort in our afflictions: that the hope of being Delivered is the only argument that can afford us any solid and rational Comfort in our afflictions: cst dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn vbz dt j n1 cst vmb vvi pno12 d j cc j n1 p-acp po12 n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 726 Image 217
3856 For as to fatality, hoc ipsum est, said Augustus when one urg'd it; For as to fatality, hoc ipsum est, said Augustus when one urged it; c-acp c-acp p-acp n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvd npg1 c-crq pi vvd pn31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 726 Image 217
3857 and for the disease of Impatiency, 'tis (as one has excellently observ'd) no proper consideration of comfort, and for the disease of Impatiency, it's (as one has excellently observed) not proper consideration of Comfort, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31|vbz (p-acp crd vhz av-j vvn) xx j n1 pp-f n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 726 Image 217
3858 but only an art of managing our trouble; so as not to make it greater than really it is. but only an art of managing our trouble; so as not to make it greater than really it is. cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f n-vvg po12 n1; av c-acp xx pc-acp vvi pn31 jc cs av-j pn31 vbz. (14) sermon (DIV1) 726 Image 217
3859 2. The other part of our happiness, and indeed the main, we call positive, and consists in the enjoyment of all good; 2. The other part of our happiness, and indeed the main, we call positive, and consists in the enjoyment of all good; crd dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc av dt j, pns12 vvb j, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 727 Image 217
3860 and is what St. John intends by their works following them; i. e. and is what Saint John intends by their works following them; i. e. cc vbz q-crq n1 np1 vvz p-acp po32 n2 vvg pno32; sy. sy. (14) sermon (DIV1) 727 Image 217
3861 they shall then receive all those glorious rewards that God has promis'd to good and righteous men for all their service and obedience. they shall then receive all those glorious rewards that God has promised to good and righteous men for all their service and Obedience. pns32 vmb av vvi d d j n2 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp j cc j n2 p-acp d po32 n1 cc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 727 Image 217
3862 We should in vain go about to recount them, they are so many and so great. We should in vain go about to recount them, they Are so many and so great. pns12 vmd p-acp j vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, pns32 vbr av d cc av j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 727 Image 217
3863 In two things the Scriptures chiefly place it; In two things the Scriptures chiefly place it; p-acp crd n2 dt n2 av-jn vvi pn31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 728 Image 217
3864 in the vision, and in the fruition of God. This is life Eternal, saith this very St. John in his Gospel, to know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ; in the vision, and in the fruition of God. This is life Eternal, Says this very Saint John in his Gospel, to know thee the only true God, and jesus christ; p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. d vbz n1 j, vvz d j n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno21 dt j j np1, cc np1 np1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 728 Image 217
3865 and again in his 1 Ep. Ch. 3. v. 2. It doth not yet appear what we shall be; and again in his 1 Epistle Christ 3. v. 2. It does not yet appear what we shall be; cc av p-acp po31 crd np1 np1 crd n1 crd pn31 vdz xx av vvi r-crq pns12 vmb vbi; (14) sermon (DIV1) 728 Image 217
3866 but we know that when he doth appear we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is. but we know that when he does appear we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is. cc-acp pns12 vvb cst c-crq pns31 vdz vvi pns12 vmb vbi av-j pno31, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz. (14) sermon (DIV1) 728 Image 217
3867 The other is call'd the being with Christ, and the being united to him. St. John 17. 21. That they all may be one, The other is called the being with christ, and the being united to him. Saint John 17. 21. That they all may be one, dt n-jn vbz vvn av vbg p-acp np1, cc dt n1 j-vvn p-acp pno31. n1 np1 crd crd cst pns32 d vmb vbi pi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 728 Image 217
3868 as thou Father art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us. as thou Father art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us. c-acp pns21 n1 n1 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pno21, cst pns32 av vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12. (14) sermon (DIV1) 728 Image 217
3869 But this is not to exclude the other instances of our happiness, indeed it comprehends all the rest. But this is not to exclude the other instances of our happiness, indeed it comprehends all the rest. p-acp d vbz xx pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n2 pp-f po12 n1, av pn31 vvz d dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 728 Image 217
3870 For what are all the pleasures and contentments of the World, but as so many rays of that Sun and emanations of that fountain? For what Are all the pleasures and contentment's of the World, but as so many rays of that Sun and emanations of that fountain? p-acp r-crq vbr d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp c-acp av d n2 pp-f d n1 cc n2 pp-f d n1? (14) sermon (DIV1) 729 Image 217
3871 They are all contain'd with much more perfection in God, than they were created in their own natures: They Are all contained with much more perfection in God, than they were created in their own nature's: pns32 vbr d vvn p-acp d dc n1 p-acp np1, cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 d n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 730 Image 217
3872 Whereupon it follows that they which are admitted into his presence, have all the goodness and perfections of all the creatures in the world united in God. Whereupon it follows that they which Are admitted into his presence, have all the Goodness and perfections of all the creatures in the world united in God. c-crq pn31 vvz cst pns32 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1, vhb d dt n1 cc n2 pp-f d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 730 Image 217
3873 So that whatever can delight either body or mind, there it is; So that whatever can delight either body or mind, there it is; av cst r-crq vmb vvi d n1 cc n1, a-acp pn31 vbz; (14) sermon (DIV1) 731 Image 217
3874 nor will there be any room to wish for or imagine more than what we have; nor will there be any room to wish for or imagine more than what we have; ccx vmb pc-acp vbi d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi av-dc cs r-crq pns12 vhb; (14) sermon (DIV1) 731 Image 217
3875 there being in him (as an ingenious man expresseth it) such a various Identity, that the fruition of him at once satisfies and creates desires, that without satiety, this without disquiet. there being in him (as an ingenious man Expresses it) such a various Identity, that the fruition of him At once Satisfies and creates Desires, that without satiety, this without disquiet. a-acp vbg p-acp pno31 (c-acp dt j n1 vvz pn31) d dt j n1, cst dt n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp a-acp vvz cc vvz n2, cst p-acp n1, d p-acp n-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 731 Image 217
3876 3. To which if we add the eternal duration of this state, we attribute unto it a kind of complication of Infinities, a potential Infinity in the subject, actual in the object, 3. To which if we add the Eternal duration of this state, we attribute unto it a kind of complication of Infinities, a potential Infinity in the Subject, actual in the Object, crd p-acp r-crq cs pns12 vvb dt j n1 pp-f d n1, pns12 vvb p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n2, dt j crd p-acp dt n-jn, j p-acp dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 732 Image 217
3877 and eternal in the continuance of it: and Eternal in the Continuance of it: cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (14) sermon (DIV1) 732 Image 217
3878 Which single consideration is sufficient to advance it to an infinite preference above all earthly things imaginable; Which single consideration is sufficient to advance it to an infinite preference above all earthly things imaginable; r-crq j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d j n2 j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 733 Image 217
3879 because these things being founded in matter, and that being in continual flux and motion, here can be nothing permanent and lasting. Because these things being founded in matter, and that being in continual flux and motion, Here can be nothing permanent and lasting. c-acp d n2 vbg vvn p-acp n1, cc cst vbg p-acp j n1 cc n1, av vmb vbi pix j cc j-vvg. (14) sermon (DIV1) 733 Image 217
3880 Nor indeed would that be any addition to our present felicity. 'Tis variety that makes these things appear excellent; Nor indeed would that be any addition to our present felicity. It's variety that makes these things appear excellent; ccx av vmd d vbi d n1 p-acp po12 j n1. pn31|vbz n1 cst vvz d n2 vvb j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 733 Image 217
3881 their mutability, is both the life and death of all present delights. A few repetitions make us abhor our food; their mutability, is both the life and death of all present delights. A few repetitions make us abhor our food; po32 n1, vbz d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2. dt d n2 vvb pno12 vvi po12 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 733 Image 217
3882 in less than a night and a day we grow weary of our Beds; in less than a night and a day we grow weary of our Beds; p-acp dc cs dt n1 cc dt n1 pns12 vvb j pp-f po12 n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 734 Image 217
3883 and 'tis so in all the other instances of our Nature, and 'tis more so in those of our corruption. and it's so in all the other instances of our Nature, and it's more so in those of our corruption. cc pn31|vbz av p-acp d dt j-jn n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc pn31|vbz av-dc av p-acp d pp-f po12 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 734 Image 217
3884 But 'tis otherwise in the attainment of the ultimate end, where all our appetites are arrested and detain'd. But it's otherwise in the attainment of the ultimate end, where all our appetites Are arrested and detained. cc-acp pn31|vbz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-crq d po12 n2 vbr vvn cc vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 735 Image 217
3885 Indeed we no sooner experience these things in the fruition, but we straightway nauseate them; Indeed we no sooner experience these things in the fruition, but we straightway nauseate them; av pns12 av-dx av-c vvb d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns12 av vvb pno32; (14) sermon (DIV1) 736 Image 217
3886 finding them so pitifully allay'd with mixtures of evil, and prove so miserably short of what we desire and expect from them. finding them so pitifully allayed with mixtures of evil, and prove so miserably short of what we desire and expect from them. vvg pno32 av av-j vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n-jn, cc vvi av av-j j pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi p-acp pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 736 Image 217
3887 But 'tis otherwise there, the excellency of those Celestial Objects will disappoint our expectation by their transcendency, But it's otherwise there, the excellency of those Celestial Objects will disappoint our expectation by their transcendency, p-acp pn31|vbz av a-acp, dt n1 pp-f d j n2 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp po32 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 736 Image 217
3888 as much as in all other fruitions their emptiness is wont to do. as much as in all other fruitions their emptiness is wont to do. c-acp d c-acp p-acp d j-jn n2 po32 n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi. (14) sermon (DIV1) 736 Image 217
3889 So that Eternity, though but a circumstance which does only superinduce a kind of extremity or perfection to what it is conjoyn'd with; So that Eternity, though but a circumstance which does only superinduce a kind of extremity or perfection to what it is conjoined with; av cst n1, cs p-acp dt n1 r-crq vdz av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp; (14) sermon (DIV1) 737 Image 217
3890 and may as well be drawn in to enhanse our misery, (for what more than this makes the condition of the damn'd so horribly dreadful, whereby they are excluded from all hope, the very seed and lowest degree of felicity?) Yet is it so necessary to what we are speaking of, and may as well be drawn in to enhance our misery, (for what more than this makes the condition of the damned so horribly dreadful, whereby they Are excluded from all hope, the very seed and lowest degree of felicity?) Yet is it so necessary to what we Are speaking of, cc vmb a-acp av vbi vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n1, (c-acp r-crq dc cs d vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn av av-j j, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, dt j n1 cc js n1 pp-f n1?) av vbz pn31 av j p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvg pp-f, (14) sermon (DIV1) 737 Image 217
3891 as that without it those joys of Heaven, though otherwise absolute and infinite, would suffer a contradiction, and become imperfect: as that without it those Joys of Heaven, though otherwise absolute and infinite, would suffer a contradiction, and become imperfect: c-acp cst p-acp pn31 d n2 pp-f n1, cs av j cc j, vmd vvi dt n1, cc vvi j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 737 Image 217
3892 And that not only for the future, but the present, by introducing such passions as must needs debase and allay the highest delights. And that not only for the future, but the present, by introducing such passion as must needs debase and allay the highest delights. cc cst xx av-j p-acp dt j-jn, cc-acp dt j, p-acp vvg d n2 c-acp vmb av vvi cc vvi dt js n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 737 Image 217
3893 So that by being thus secur'd in the possession of our happiness, we receive thereby an unspeakable addition to it. So that by being thus secured in the possession of our happiness, we receive thereby an unspeakable addition to it. av cst p-acp vbg av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, pns12 vvb av dt j n1 p-acp pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 738 Image 217
3894 II. Proceed we next to shew you the Security and Evidence, upon which this happiness is promis'd and asserted, II Proceed we next to show you the Security and Evidence, upon which this happiness is promised and asserted, crd vvb po12 ord pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn cc vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 739 Image 217
3895 and whether it bear any proportion to our duty and the Rewards of it, for so we are allow'd to call them; and whither it bear any proportion to our duty and the Rewards of it, for so we Are allowed to call them; cc cs pn31 vvb d n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc dt n2 pp-f pn31, c-acp av pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pno32; (14) sermon (DIV1) 739 Image 217
3896 though not upon the account of merit, yet by reason of their necessary connexion with, dependance upon, though not upon the account of merit, yet by reason of their necessary connexion with, dependence upon, cs xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1 p-acp, n1 p-acp, (14) sermon (DIV1) 739 Image 217
3897 and that kind (such a one as 'tis) of proportion they bear to each other. and that kind (such a one as it's) of proportion they bear to each other. cc cst j (d dt crd c-acp pn31|vbz) pp-f n1 pns32 vvb p-acp d n-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 739 Image 217
3898 There is a two-fold evidence God Almighty has given us, for the strengthning of our hope, There is a twofold evidence God Almighty has given us, for the strengthening of our hope, pc-acp vbz dt n1 n1 np1 np1 vhz vvn pno12, c-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 740 Image 217
3899 and confirming of our faith, in the belief and expectation of the other World. The first moral, grounded upon the testimony of the Spirit; and confirming of our faith, in the belief and expectation of the other World. The First moral, grounded upon the testimony of the Spirit; cc vvg pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. dt ord j, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 740 Image 217
3900 the other I call natural, and is grounded in the things themselves. the other I call natural, and is grounded in the things themselves. dt n-jn pns11 vvb j, cc vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 px32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 740 Image 217
3901 1. The first evidence of our future bliss, is the testimony of the Spirit, express in the Text, Yea, saith the Spirit. 1. The First evidence of our future bliss, is the testimony of the Spirit, express in the Text, Yea, Says the Spirit. crd dt ord n1 pp-f po12 j-jn n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb p-acp dt n1, uh, vvz dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 741 Image 217
3902 But then we must have a care of what kind of Testimony of the Spirit we understand it: But then we must have a care of what kind of Testimony of the Spirit we understand it: p-acp av pns12 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb pn31: (14) sermon (DIV1) 741 Image 217
3903 for, understand it as 'tis vulgarly taken, for some act or operation wrought in and upon us, besides the Enthusiasm of it, fain would I be satisfy'd, what validity can there be in such a testimony, for, understand it as it's vulgarly taken, for Some act or operation wrought in and upon us, beside the Enthusiasm of it, fain would I be satisfied, what validity can there be in such a testimony, c-acp, vvb pn31 c-acp pn31|vbz av-j vvn, p-acp d n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp cc p-acp pno12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, av-j vmd pns11 vbi vvn, r-crq n1 vmb a-acp vbi p-acp d dt n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 741 Image 217
3904 as it self needs something else to confirm it? for so this testimony of the Spirit is to be tryed by its concordance and agreement to the word of God: as it self needs something Else to confirm it? for so this testimony of the Spirit is to be tried by its concordance and agreement to the word of God: c-acp pn31 n1 vvz pi av pc-acp vvi pn31? p-acp av d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 741 Image 217
3905 nor do I know any other way to distinguish it from a motion or suggestion of the Devil's besides. nor do I know any other Way to distinguish it from a motion or suggestion of the Devil's beside. ccx vdb pns11 vvb d j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1|vbz a-acp. (14) sermon (DIV1) 741 Image 217
3906 And though to err thus in this single instance may not be very pernicious, for I am not mighty solicitous, And though to err thus in this single instance may not be very pernicious, for I am not mighty solicitous, cc cs pc-acp vvi av p-acp d j n1 vmb xx vbi av j, c-acp pns11 vbm xx j j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 741 Image 217
3907 how it was wrought, so there be a firm perswasion in us of this truth; how it was wrought, so there be a firm persuasion in us of this truth; c-crq pn31 vbds vvn, av pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp pno12 pp-f d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 741 Image 217
3908 yet in other cases I know how dangerous it is, nor is it safe in this, yet in other cases I know how dangerous it is, nor is it safe in this, av p-acp j-jn n2 pns11 vvb c-crq j pn31 vbz, ccx vbz pn31 j p-acp d, (14) sermon (DIV1) 741 Image 217
3909 for it leaves a passage open and unguarded to down-right Atheism. for it leaves a passage open and unguarded to downright Atheism. c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 j cc j p-acp j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 741 Image 217
3910 By the testimony of the Spirit therefore I understand the word of God, or the Scriptures as made known and prov'd to us to be deriv'd from this Divine Spirit, which we may call the outward testimony thereof: By the testimony of the Spirit Therefore I understand the word of God, or the Scriptures as made known and proved to us to be derived from this Divine Spirit, which we may call the outward testimony thereof: p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 a-acp vvd vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j-jn n1, r-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 av: (14) sermon (DIV1) 742 Image 217
3911 for though St. John knew this by the other way, as most certainly all others did who received any Revelation; for though Saint John knew this by the other Way, as most Certainly all Others did who received any Revelation; c-acp cs n1 np1 vvd d p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp ds av-j d n2-jn vdd r-crq vvd d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 742 Image 217
3912 yet never was any other than the person himself assur'd that way. yet never was any other than the person himself assured that Way. av av-x vbds d n-jn cs dt n1 px31 vvd d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 742 Image 217
3913 Nor do I make degrees of more or less certainty in the way or manner of the Spirit's revealing a thing; Nor do I make Degrees of more or less certainty in the Way or manner of the Spirit's revealing a thing; ccx vdb pns11 vvi n2 pp-f av-dc cc dc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1|vbz vvg dt n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 743 Image 217
3914 for the Apostles were as well assur'd of the infallibility of their doctrine before they wrought any miracles, as we are by them: for the Apostles were as well assured of the infallibility of their Doctrine before they wrought any Miracles, as we Are by them: p-acp dt n2 vbdr a-acp av vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 c-acp pns32 vvd d n2, c-acp pns12 vbr p-acp pno32: (14) sermon (DIV1) 743 Image 217
3915 but we were not nor could be so. But this notwithstanding, in respect of us we must admit of such degrees; but we were not nor could be so. But this notwithstanding, in respect of us we must admit of such Degrees; cc-acp pns12 vbdr xx ccx vmd vbi av. p-acp d a-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f pno12 pns12 vmb vvi pp-f d n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 743 Image 217
3916 for no body I hope will be so blasphemous to equal such private dictates they have in their own breast to the divine authority of the Holy Scriptures. for no body I hope will be so blasphemous to equal such private dictates they have in their own breast to the divine Authority of the Holy Scriptures. p-acp dx n1 pns11 vvb vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi d j vvz pns32 vhb p-acp po32 d n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 744 Image 217
3917 So then I make this to be the moral evidence of future happiness: God hath said it in his word. So then I make this to be the moral evidence of future happiness: God hath said it in his word. av av pns11 vvb d pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1: np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp po31 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 745 Image 217
3918 And this I call a moral certainty, not in opposition to divine and infallible; as they are sometimes contradistinguish'd; but only to natural: And this I call a moral certainty, not in opposition to divine and infallible; as they Are sometime contradistinguished; but only to natural: cc d pns11 vvb dt j n1, xx p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn cc j; c-acp pns32 vbr av vvn; cc-acp av-j p-acp j: (14) sermon (DIV1) 745 Image 217
3919 for we can desire no greater evidence, we cannot have a higher confirmation of any truth, for we can desire no greater evidence, we cannot have a higher confirmation of any truth, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi dx jc n1, pns12 vmbx vhi dt jc n1 pp-f d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 745 Image 217
3920 than the veracity of Heaven to attest it. than the veracity of Heaven to attest it. cs dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 745 Image 217
3921 I do not know any proposition that carries greater self-evidence than this, That God ought to be believ'd in what he says; I do not know any proposition that carries greater self-evidence than this, That God ought to be believed in what he Says; pns11 vdb xx vvi d n1 cst vvz jc n1 cs d, cst np1 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz; (14) sermon (DIV1) 746 Image 217
3922 and therefore though we may question the truth of the Revelation, 'tis impossible to do so of any thing we acknowledge to be so revealed. and Therefore though we may question the truth of the Revelation, it's impossible to do so of any thing we acknowledge to be so revealed. cc av cs pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vdi av pp-f d n1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi av vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 746 Image 217
3923 So that the stress of this point lyes upon that great and necessary praecognition in our Religion ▪ namely, the Divine authority of the Holy Scriptures. So that the stress of this point lies upon that great and necessary precognition in our Religion ▪ namely, the Divine Authority of the Holy Scriptures. av cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz p-acp d j cc j n1 p-acp po12 n1 ▪ av, dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 747 Image 217
3924 Upon which postulate if we proceed, there is as great certainty of the truth of this proposition, That good men shall enjoy eternal happiness after this life; Upon which postulate if we proceed, there is as great certainty of the truth of this proposition, That good men shall enjoy Eternal happiness After this life; p-acp r-crq vvi cs pns12 vvb, pc-acp vbz p-acp j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst j n2 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 747 Image 217
3925 as if we should again hear that Daughter of voice, and God himself should sensibly attest it. as if we should again hear that Daughter of voice, and God himself should sensibly attest it. c-acp cs pns12 vmd av vvi d n1 pp-f n1, cc np1 px31 vmd av-j vvi pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 747 Image 217
3926 2. But there is another ground or evidence of our future happiness which I call natural, because it depends upon that Intrinsick Relation and consent there is between goodness and it; 2. But there is Another ground or evidence of our future happiness which I call natural, Because it depends upon that Intrinsic Relation and consent there is between Goodness and it; crd p-acp pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 j-jn n1 r-crq pns11 vvb j, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbz p-acp n1 cc pn31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 748 Image 217
3927 the difference between them being only in degree, like the dawning of the Morning to the lustre of the Noon. the difference between them being only in degree, like the dawning of the Morning to the lustre of the Noon. dt n1 p-acp pno32 vbg av-j p-acp n1, av-j dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 748 Image 217
3928 For what is it to be happy but to be united to God? and what does unite us to God but Love? and what is the love of God but Religion? And if you remove but all inward imperfections, For what is it to be happy but to be united to God? and what does unite us to God but Love? and what is the love of God but Religion? And if you remove but all inward imperfections, p-acp r-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1? cc q-crq vdz vvi pno12 p-acp np1 p-acp n1? cc q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1? cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp d j n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 748 Image 217
3929 and all outward impediments, there remains no difference at all. and all outward impediments, there remains no difference At all. cc d j n2, a-acp vvz dx n1 p-acp d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 748 Image 217
3930 So that Virtue and Piety do not only dispose and prepare us for Heaven and Salvation, So that Virtue and Piety do not only dispose and prepare us for Heaven and Salvation, av d n1 cc n1 vdb xx av-j vvi cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 748 Image 217
3931 but we thereby receive and experience the very beginnings and anticipations of it. but we thereby receive and experience the very beginnings and anticipations of it. cc-acp pns12 av vvi cc vvb dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 748 Image 217
3932 And though in respect of the mutability of our will and affections toward God and goodness in this world, we cannot be infallibly assur'd of it as to our own particulars; And though in respect of the mutability of our will and affections towards God and Goodness in this world, we cannot be infallibly assured of it as to our own particulars; cc cs p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n2 p-acp np1 cc n1 p-acp d n1, pns12 vmbx vbi av-j vvn pp-f pn31 a-acp p-acp po12 d n2-j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 749 Image 217
3933 because every alteration in the one produceth a like answerable effect as to the other: Yet in the general we may, even from hence, be very well assur'd hereof; Because every alteration in the one Produceth a like answerable Effect as to the other: Yet in the general we may, even from hence, be very well assured hereof; c-acp d n1 p-acp dt pi vvz dt j j n1 c-acp p-acp dt n-jn: av p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmb, av p-acp av, vbb j av vvn av; (14) sermon (DIV1) 749 Image 217
3934 because there is nothing more requir'd to the compleating of our essential happiness, than an advance and progression in the same vertuous tract. Because there is nothing more required to the completing of our essential happiness, than an advance and progression in the same virtuous tract. c-acp pc-acp vbz pix av-dc vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 j n1, cs dt vvi cc n1 p-acp dt d j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 749 Image 217
3935 And however it looks in a Divine, if we will speak rationally to the thing, we must allow the love and hatred of God to be the true natural causes of our salvation and damnation, even of their very eternity; And however it looks in a Divine, if we will speak rationally to the thing, we must allow the love and hatred of God to be the true natural Causes of our salvation and damnation, even of their very eternity; cc c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn, cs pns12 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi dt j j n2 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, av pp-f po32 j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 750 Image 217
3936 it being naturally impossible to be other than happy while we love God, and contrariwise if we hate him; it being naturally impossible to be other than happy while we love God, and contrariwise if we hate him; pn31 vbg av-j j pc-acp vbi j-jn cs j cs pns12 vvb np1, cc av cs pns12 vvb pno31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 750 Image 217
3937 and this is the only instant cause of its continuation through all the durations of Eternity. and this is the only instant cause of its continuation through all the durations of Eternity. cc d vbz dt j j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 750 Image 217
3938 And to remove your astonishment, see, how in this lower world, many stupendous and admirable works are daily produc'd which were mean and unnoted while they lay hid and contain'd in the seminal beginnings; And to remove your astonishment, see, how in this lower world, many stupendous and admirable works Are daily produced which were mean and unnoted while they lay hid and contained in the seminal beginnings; cc pc-acp vvi po22 n1, vvb, c-crq p-acp d jc n1, d j cc j n2 vbr av-j vvn r-crq vbdr j cc j cs pns32 vvd vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j-jn n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 750 Image 217
3939 after the same wonderful manner by divers minute gradations does this divine Creature grow up from its first formation in our trembling and unstable desires, to the stature and perfection of Everlasting Glory. After the same wondered manner by diverse minute gradations does this divine Creature grow up from its First formation in our trembling and unstable Desires, to the stature and perfection of Everlasting Glory. p-acp dt d j n1 p-acp j n1 n2 vdz d j-jn n1 vvi a-acp p-acp po31 ord n1 p-acp po12 j-vvg cc j n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 750 Image 217
3940 And yet there remains less doubt if we take in the Consideration of the Divine nature. And yet there remains less doubt if we take in the Consideration of the Divine nature. cc av a-acp vvz dc n1 cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 751 Image 217
3941 How else will you vindicate the Justice of God in all the odd and confused occurrences of this World? Where's your infinite goodness and bounty, that suffers its servants always to be neglected? what will become of an almighty and omniscient Justice if sinners are never call'd to an accompt? Or one, or t'other cannot be. III. How Else will you vindicate the justice of God in all the odd and confused occurrences of this World? Where's your infinite Goodness and bounty, that suffers its Servants always to be neglected? what will become of an almighty and omniscient justice if Sinners Are never called to an account? Or one, or tother cannot be. III. uh-crq av vmb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt j cc j-vvn n2 pp-f d n1? q-crq|vbz po22 j n1 cc n1, cst vvz po31 n2 av pc-acp vbi vvn? q-crq vmb vvi pp-f dt j-jn cc j n1 cs n2 vbr av-x vvn p-acp dt n1? cc crd, cc j-jn vmbx vbi. np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 751 Image 217
3942 'Tis true indeed the compleating of this bliss (which brings us to our next head) is neither promis'd, It's true indeed the completing of this bliss (which brings us to our next head) is neither promised, pn31|vbz j av dt vvg pp-f d n1 (r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp po12 ord n1) vbz dx j-vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 752 Image 217
3943 nor to be had in this life. 'Tis at Death these rewards become due and payable. nor to be had in this life. It's At Death these rewards become due and payable. ccx pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp d n1. pn31|vbz p-acp n1 d n2 vvi j-jn cc j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 752 Image 217
3944 — Dicique beatus Ante obitum nemo, supremáque funera possit. — Dicique beatus Ante obitum nemo, supremáque funera possit. — fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la. (14) sermon (DIV1) 752 Image 217
3945 It has been the constant method of Divine providence, to cause the most excellent things to follow and arise from the most uncouth and unlikely. It has been the constant method of Divine providence, to cause the most excellent things to follow and arise from the most uncouth and unlikely. pn31 vhz vbn dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt av-ds j cc j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 753 Image 217
3946 Thus in the Creation order springs from confusion, and the Light is made to attend the darkness. Thus in the Creation order springs from confusion, and the Light is made to attend the darkness. av p-acp dt n1 n1 vvz p-acp n1, cc dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 753 Image 217
3947 Contrary to the methods observ'd by Nature, where the causes are ever more worthy than their effects from their first beginning downward. Contrary to the methods observed by Nature, where the Causes Are ever more worthy than their effects from their First beginning downward. j-jn p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp n1, c-crq dt n2 vbr av av-dc j av po32 n2 p-acp po32 ord n1 av-j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 754 Image 217
3948 Now as he is pleas'd to transcend and deviate from the tracts and capacities of natural Agents, thereby to assert his Prerogative, Now as he is pleased to transcend and deviate from the tracts and capacities of natural Agents, thereby to assert his Prerogative, av c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2, av p-acp vvb po31 n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 755 Image 217
3949 and render his omnipotency more conspicuous to the world: So is he no less delighted to use the same recesses in displaying his Grace; and render his omnipotency more conspicuous to the world: So is he no less delighted to use the same Recesses in displaying his Grace; cc vvi po31 n1 av-dc j p-acp dt n1: av vbz pns31 av-dx av-dc vvn pc-acp vvi dt d n2 p-acp vvg po31 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 755 Image 217
3950 evermore ushering in his mercies with the Black Rod, thereby inhansing and endearing our subsequent refreshments. evermore ushering in his Mercies with the Black Rod, thereby enhancing and endearing our subsequent refreshments. av vvg p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, av vvg cc vvg po12 j n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 755 Image 217
3951 And though the goodness of those celestial inhabitants, and the happiness of their condition, need neither foyl nor artifice to render that or their acknowledgements of the Divine favour greater: And though the Goodness of those celestial inhabitants, and the happiness of their condition, need neither foil nor artifice to render that or their acknowledgements of the Divine favour greater: cc cs dt n1 pp-f d j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvb dx n1 ccx n1 pc-acp vvi d cc po32 n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 jc: (14) sermon (DIV1) 756 Image 217
3952 Yet however if we consider these things as a reward and incouragement of our obedience, the proceeding thus is but regular and necessary; Yet however if we Consider these things as a reward and encouragement of our Obedience, the proceeding thus is but regular and necessary; av c-acp cs pns12 vvb d n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, dt n-vvg av vbz p-acp j cc j; (14) sermon (DIV1) 756 Image 217
3953 that we should do our work before we receive our wages, and finish our undertaking, before we demand satisfaction. that we should do our work before we receive our wages, and finish our undertaking, before we demand satisfaction. cst pns12 vmd vdi po12 n1 c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2, cc vvi po12 n-vvg, c-acp pns12 vvb n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 756 Image 217
3954 Earnest and Security Heaven has vouchsaf'd us, but to deposite the whole in hand, this were, not to encourage but bribe our Obedience. Earnest and Security Heaven has vouchsafed us, but to deposit the Whole in hand, this were, not to encourage but bribe our obedience. n1 cc n1 n1 vhz vvn pno12, cc-acp pc-acp vvb dt j-jn p-acp n1, d vbdr, xx pc-acp vvi cc-acp vvi po12 n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 757 Image 217
3955 This were to destroy Morality, and turn Vertue into Nature. This were to destroy Morality, and turn Virtue into Nature. d vbdr pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi n1 p-acp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 757 Image 217
3956 Nor yet is the Divine goodness less communicable in this life, but we are not so capable of receiving it. Nor yet is the Divine Goodness less communicable in this life, but we Are not so capable of receiving it. ccx av vbz dt j-jn n1 av-dc j p-acp d n1, cc-acp pns12 vbr xx av j pp-f vvg pn31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 758 Image 217
3957 For look as in Nature neither the single excellency of the Object or the Agent alone is sufficient to produce any notable effect, but both are requir'd: For look as in Nature neither the single excellency of the Object or the Agent alone is sufficient to produce any notable Effect, but both Are required: p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp n1 av-d dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 av-j vbz j pc-acp vvi d j n1, cc-acp d vbr vvn: (14) sermon (DIV1) 759 Image 217
3958 So likewise in Religion, all the effects of the divine grace and bounty (though that be free and infinite) are limited and determin'd by our capacities and reception. So likewise in Religion, all the effects of the divine grace and bounty (though that be free and infinite) Are limited and determined by our capacities and reception. av av p-acp n1, d dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1 (cs d vbb j cc j) vbr vvn cc vvd p-acp po12 n2 cc n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 759 Image 217
3959 So that while our Appetites, those NONLATINALPHABET, as they are call'd in Scripture, that are to be the receptacles of all this Glory, are, either replenish'd with the vain and sinful objects of this Life, So that while our Appetites, those, as they Are called in Scripture, that Are to be the receptacles of all this Glory, Are, either replenished with the vain and sinful objects of this Life, av cst cs po12 n2, d, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, cst vbr pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f d d n1, vbr, av-d vvn p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f d n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 760 Image 217
3960 or, are straitned and contracted by the weakness and imperfection of this dull and lumpish matter, they must be rid of the one and devested of the other, or, Are straitened and contracted by the weakness and imperfection of this dull and lumpish matter, they must be rid of the one and devested of the other, cc, vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j cc j n1, pns32 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt crd cc vvn pp-f dt n-jn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 760 Image 217
3961 and then, we should be instantly happy. You have seen the happiness of the Christian man; and then, we should be instantly happy. You have seen the happiness of the Christian man; cc av, pns12 vmd vbi av-jn j. pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 760 Image 217
3962 there are indeed encouragements of another nature, namely, earthly blessings and temporal rewards, our whole present interest, there Are indeed encouragements of Another nature, namely, earthly blessings and temporal rewards, our Whole present Interest, pc-acp vbr av n2 pp-f j-jn n1, av, j n2 cc j n2, po12 j-jn j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 761 Image 217
3963 unless it happen to interfere at any time with the other. unless it happen to interfere At any time with the other. cs pn31 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 761 Image 217
3964 Religion has descended to the securing of these too, and that not only by moral designation, Religion has descended to the securing of these too, and that not only by moral designation, n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f d av, cc cst xx av-j p-acp j n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 761 Image 217
3965 but by a proper and natural efficiency; so that we cannot better prosecute our present interest, than by the methods of Religion. but by a proper and natural efficiency; so that we cannot better prosecute our present Interest, than by the methods of Religion. cc-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1; av cst pns12 vmbx vvi vvb po12 j n1, cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 761 Image 217
3966 And by this gracious and happy complication of the NONLATINALPHABET and the NONLATINALPHABET together, they are made to become helpful and assisting to each other, serving reciprocally as a means or motive either to other. And by this gracious and happy complication of the and the together, they Are made to become helpful and assisting to each other, serving reciprocally as a means or motive either to other. cc p-acp d j cc j n1 pp-f dt cc dt av, pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi j cc vvg p-acp d n-jn, vvg av-j p-acp dt n2 cc n1 av-d p-acp n-jn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 761 Image 217
3967 But this encouragement is neither proper nor adequate to Christianity; But this encouragement is neither proper nor adequate to Christianity; p-acp d n1 vbz dx j ccx j p-acp np1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 762 Image 217
3968 since it may be as well pursu'd by natural, as by divine rules, better perhaps by diabolical arts than either, nothing experimentally so inriching men, since it may be as well pursued by natural, as by divine rules, better perhaps by diabolical arts than either, nothing experimentally so enriching men, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi a-acp av vvn p-acp j, c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, jc av p-acp j n2 cs av-d, pix av-j av vvg n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 762 Image 217
3969 as sordidness, oppression, and other violences and frauds. as sordidness, oppression, and other violences and frauds. c-acp n1, n1, cc j-jn n2 cc n2. (14) sermon (DIV1) 762 Image 217
3970 The Devil in all likelihood, giving the fairest prospect, and most likely possession of the Kingdoms and glory of this world. The devil in all likelihood, giving the Fairest prospect, and most likely possession of the Kingdoms and glory of this world. dt n1 p-acp d n1, vvg dt js n1, cc av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n1 pp-f d n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 762 Image 217
3971 But they are things, I have shewn you, of a nature infinitely more sublime, that Christianity propounds to its observers; The rewards of our Religion; But they Are things, I have shown you, of a nature infinitely more sublime, that Christianity propounds to its observers; The rewards of our Religion; p-acp pns32 vbr n2, pns11 vhb vvn pn22, pp-f dt n1 av-j av-dc j, cst np1 vvz p-acp po31 n2; dt n2 pp-f po12 n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 763 Image 217
3972 exceeding as well the capacities of our Nature, as all those other things. To the attainment whereof, as all vicious practices are extremely contrary; exceeding as well the capacities of our Nature, as all those other things. To the attainment whereof, as all vicious practices Are extremely contrary; vvg a-acp av dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, c-acp d d j-jn n2. p-acp dt n1 c-crq, c-acp d j n2 vbr av-jn vvi; (14) sermon (DIV1) 763 Image 217
3973 so have all the others Philosophick transactions been miserably vain. Some weak and glimmering light the Heathen had of these things; so have all the Others Philosophic transactions been miserably vain. some weak and glimmering Light the Heathen had of these things; av vhb d dt n2-jn j n2 vbi av-j j. d j cc j-vvg n1 dt j-jn vhn pp-f d n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 763 Image 217
3974 which it is not certain whether they collected from some fragments of tradition, or extracted from the principles of natural reason; which it is not certain whither they collected from Some fragments of tradition, or extracted from the principles of natural reason; q-crq pn31 vbz xx j cs pns32 vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 764 Image 217
3975 but which way ever it came, it was so weak and imperfect, as serv'd to shadow, not help to discover, but which Way ever it Come, it was so weak and imperfect, as served to shadow, not help to discover, cc-acp r-crq n1 av pn31 vvd, pn31 vbds av j cc j, c-acp vvn p-acp n1, xx vvi pc-acp vvi, (14) sermon (DIV1) 764 Image 217
3976 but eclipse the transcendent excellency of that State; but eclipse the transcendent excellency of that State; cc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 764 Image 217
3977 till, as the Great Apostle of the Gentiles saith, Life and Immortality were brought to light by the Gospel. till, as the Great Apostle of the Gentiles Says, Life and Immortality were brought to Light by the Gospel. c-acp, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2-j vvz, n1 cc n1 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 764 Image 217
3978 And indeed without this all other proposals were unsuitable to its professors, and disproportionate to the difficulty and severities of Religion. And indeed without this all other proposals were unsuitable to its professors, and disproportionate to the difficulty and severities of Religion. cc av p-acp d d j-jn n2 vbdr j p-acp po31 n2, cc j p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 765 Image 217
3979 Cicero saith, " None ought to be deem'd a vertuous or a just man, that will be allur'd or affrighted from his duty, by any advantage or disadvantage whatever: Cicero Says, " None ought to be deemed a virtuous or a just man, that will be allured or affrighted from his duty, by any advantage or disadvantage whatever: np1 vvz, " pi vmd pc-acp vbi vvn dt j cc dt j n1, cst vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq: (14) sermon (DIV1) 765 Image 217
3980 " But who, trow ye, would abide both these, upon no other consideration, than barely to have acted according to the sentiments of right Reason, " But who, trow you, would abide both these, upon no other consideration, than barely to have acted according to the sentiments of right Reason, " cc-acp r-crq, vvb pn22, vmd vvi d d, p-acp dx j-jn n1, cs av-j pc-acp vhi vvn vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 765 Image 217
3981 or in hope to acquire an insignificant fame of Vertue, of which they could have no knowledge or remembrance after death? or in hope to acquire an insignificant fame of Virtue, of which they could have no knowledge or remembrance After death? cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1, pp-f r-crq pns32 vmd vhi dx n1 cc n1 p-acp n1? (14) sermon (DIV1) 765 Image 217
3982 And for this cause I judge the Stoicks more absurd in their morals, than the Epicureans, considering the principles that is upon which they built. And for this cause I judge the Stoics more absurd in their morals, than the Epicureans, considering the principles that is upon which they built. cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vvb dt njp2 av-dc j p-acp po32 n2, cs dt njp2, vvg dt n2 cst vbz p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd. (14) sermon (DIV1) 766 Image 217
3983 For 'tis the premise and not the inference of theirs, that's so urg'd by the Apostle, Let us eat and drink, 1 Cor. 15. 32. But now the Christian Religion propounds such overtures to our Obedience and Patience, as may justly and reasonably encourage us thereunto. For it's the premise and not the Inference of theirs, that's so urged by the Apostle, Let us eat and drink, 1 Cor. 15. 32. But now the Christian Religion propounds such overtures to our obedience and Patience, as may justly and reasonably encourage us thereunto. p-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 cc xx dt n1 pp-f png32, d|vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp av dt njp n1 vvz d n2 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, c-acp vmb av-j cc av-j vvi pno12 av. (14) sermon (DIV1) 766 Image 217
3984 IV. For a Conclusion, let us take in the Importance of that Phrase of [ dying in the Lord ] which relates primarily to Martyrdome; IV. For a Conclusion, let us take in the Importance of that Phrase of [ dying in the Lord ] which relates primarily to Martyrdom; np1 p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f [ j-vvg p-acp dt n1 ] r-crq vvz av-j p-acp n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 767 Image 217
3985 but must also be extended to as many as live and dye in the faith of the Holy Jesus. but must also be extended to as many as live and die in the faith of the Holy jesus. cc-acp vmb av vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d c-acp vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 767 Image 217
3986 The result of all is this: The result of all is this: dt n1 pp-f d vbz d: (14) sermon (DIV1) 768 Image 217
3987 That we would so consider this happiness, as every of our great interest, that we forfeit not our propriety therein, by a vicious and sinful life. That we would so Consider this happiness, as every of our great Interest, that we forfeit not our propriety therein, by a vicious and sinful life. cst pns12 vmd av vvi d n1, c-acp d pp-f po12 j n1, cst pns12 vvb xx po12 n1 av, p-acp dt j cc j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 768 Image 217
3988 There's nothing else can render it hazardous or doubtful, but that, which indeed in the very nature of the thing renders it impossible. There's nothing Else can render it hazardous or doubtful, but that, which indeed in the very nature of the thing renders it impossible. pc-acp|vbz pix av vmb vvi pn31 j cc j, cc-acp cst, r-crq av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pn31 j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 768 Image 217
3989 Let us not repeat Esau 's folly, sell our birth-right for a trifle; Let us not repeat Esau is folly, fell our birthright for a trifle; vvb pno12 xx vvi np1 vbz n1, vvb po12 n1 p-acp dt n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 768 Image 217
3990 and for the sake of some pitiful lust proscribe our selves out of our celestial inheritance. and for the sake of Some pitiful lust proscribe our selves out of our celestial inheritance. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vvb po12 n2 av pp-f po12 j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 768 Image 217
3991 Neither let us contemn our happiness for being feasible. Neither let us contemn our happiness for being feasible. av-dx vvd pno12 vvi po12 n1 p-acp vbg j. (14) sermon (DIV1) 769 Image 217
3992 Were wilful poverty and certain Martyrdome, part of our duty, and inseparable appendages of our Religion, there is tentation enough in the proposals, to make us conflict with the greatest difficulties, and overcome them. Were wilful poverty and certain Martyrdom, part of our duty, and inseparable appendages of our Religion, there is tentation enough in the proposals, to make us conflict with the greatest difficulties, and overcome them. np1 j n1 cc j n1, n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc j n2 pp-f po12 n1, pc-acp vbz n1 av-d p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi pno12 n1 p-acp dt js n2, cc vvi pno32. (14) sermon (DIV1) 769 Image 217
3993 When Christianity was thus attended, and had nothing else to recommend it self to the world, besides the reasonableness of its injunctions, with what holy violence did those blessed Saints storm Heaven, When Christianity was thus attended, and had nothing Else to recommend it self to the world, beside the reasonableness of its injunctions, with what holy violence did those blessed Saints storm Heaven, c-crq np1 vbds av vvn, cc vhd pix av pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp r-crq j n1 vdd d j-vvn n2 vvb n1, (14) sermon (DIV1) 770 Image 217
3994 and with a strange eagerness pursue Martyrdome! and with a strange eagerness pursue Martyrdom! cc p-acp dt j n1 vvb n1! (14) sermon (DIV1) 770 Image 217
3995 But now as if the fervour of our Devotion were only kindled and maintain'd by Antiperistasis: Now I say the Impediments are remov'd, But now as if the fervour of our Devotion were only kindled and maintained by Antiperistasis: Now I say the Impediments Are removed, p-acp av c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbdr av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp n1: av pns11 vvb dt n2 vbr vvn, (14) sermon (DIV1) 770 Image 217
3996 and Religion is become a part of our Civil obedience, and made necessary to our secular interests, and Religion is become a part of our Civil Obedience, and made necessary to our secular interests, cc n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1, cc vvd j p-acp po12 j n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 770 Image 217
3997 and guarded with a great many other temporal Phylacteries, men are yet more hardly wrought upon to be Religious, the consideration of a single lust shall be able to weigh down all. and guarded with a great many other temporal Phylacteries, men Are yet more hardly wrought upon to be Religious, the consideration of a single lust shall be able to weigh down all. cc vvn p-acp dt j d j-jn j n2, n2 vbr av dc av vvn p-acp pc-acp vbi j, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp d. (14) sermon (DIV1) 770 Image 217
3998 And if any would seem to have a greater zeal for it than ordinary, as if they were in love with the troubles of Religion, and not the thing; And if any would seem to have a greater zeal for it than ordinary, as if they were in love with the Troubles of Religion, and not the thing; cc cs d vmd vvi pc-acp vhi dt jc n1 p-acp pn31 cs j, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc xx dt n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 771 Image 217
3999 they suffer their heat to spend it self in little piques and contentions, and about things of none or ill moment, in maintaining of parties, they suffer their heat to spend it self in little piques and contentions, and about things of none or ill moment, in maintaining of parties, pns32 vvb po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2, cc p-acp n2 pp-f pix cc j-jn n1, p-acp vvg pp-f n2, (14) sermon (DIV1) 771 Image 217
4000 and opposing their Superiours, and not in Devotion, Obedience, Charity, Humility, and the like, as they ought. and opposing their Superiors, and not in Devotion, obedience, Charity, Humility, and the like, as they ought. cc vvg po32 n2-jn, cc xx p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, cc dt j, c-acp pns32 vmd. (14) sermon (DIV1) 771 Image 217
4001 In short, Christians, let the thoughts of this blessedness, excite our affections Heaven-ward, and quicken our endeavours: In short, Christians, let the thoughts of this blessedness, excite our affections Heavenward, and quicken our endeavours: p-acp j, np1, vvb dt n2 pp-f d n1, vvb po12 ng1 n1, cc vvb po12 n2: (14) sermon (DIV1) 772 Image 217
4002 Let it animate us against all difficulties, and buoy us up above all adversities; Let it animate us against all difficulties, and buoy us up above all adversities; vvb pn31 vvi pno12 p-acp d n2, cc vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp d n2; (14) sermon (DIV1) 772 Image 217
4003 Let it cheer us in our duty, quiet us in affliction, and comfort us in death. Let it cheer us in our duty, quiet us in affliction, and Comfort us in death. vvb pn31 vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1, vvb pno12 p-acp n1, cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 772 Image 217
4004 That so living unto Christ, we may at last dye in him, and in the end be for ever blessed. That so living unto christ, we may At last die in him, and in the end be for ever blessed. cst av vvg p-acp np1, pns12 vmb p-acp ord vvi p-acp pno31, cc p-acp dt n1 vbb p-acp av vvn. (14) sermon (DIV1) 772 Image 217
4005 And now to accommodate all to our present case. And now to accommodate all to our present case. cc av pc-acp vvi d p-acp po12 j n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 773 Image 217
4006 It has pleas'd God to take away this extraordinary man, for such, considering all things, we must needs allow him; It has pleased God to take away this extraordinary man, for such, considering all things, we must needs allow him; pn31 vhz vvn np1 pc-acp vvi av d j n1, p-acp d, vvg d n2, pns12 vmb av vvi pno31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 773 Image 217
4007 and because 'twas some we what early, I think of Dr. Hammond 's notion of NONLATINALPHABET in the Text, the sooner the better, the better for him, no doubt. and Because 'twas Some we what early, I think of Dr. Hammond is notion of in the Text, the sooner the better, the better for him, no doubt. cc c-acp pn31|vbds d n1 r-crq av-j, pns11 vvb pp-f n1 np1 vbz n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1, dt av-c dt jc, dt jc p-acp pno31, dx n1. (14) sermon (DIV1) 773 Image 217
4008 I had once thought to have given you his Character, but I am not asham'd to tell you, I found me not able to do it worthy of him. I had once Thought to have given you his Character, but I am not ashamed to tell you, I found me not able to do it worthy of him. pns11 vhd a-acp vvn pc-acp vhi vvn pn22 po31 n1, cc-acp pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi pn22, pns11 vvd pno11 xx j pc-acp vdi pn31 j pp-f pno31. (14) sermon (DIV1) 774 Image 217
4009 And calling to mind a saying of one of the Roman Historians, I soon desisted from any further attempt of it; And calling to mind a saying of one of the Roman Historians, I soon desisted from any further attempt of it; np1 vvg pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg pp-f crd pp-f dt njp n2, pns11 av vvd p-acp d jc n1 pp-f pn31; (14) sermon (DIV1) 774 Image 217
4010 who when he was reckoning up some of the great men of that age, Virgil and Ovid, Livie and Salust, and going to commend them, stops, and concludes thus: who when he was reckoning up Some of the great men of that age, Virgil and Ovid, Livy and Sallust, and going to commend them, stops, and concludes thus: r-crq c-crq pns31 vbds vvg a-acp d pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1, np1 cc np1, np1 cc np1, cc vvg pc-acp vvi pno32, n2, cc vvz av: (14) sermon (DIV1) 774 Image 217
4011 " But of men of Eminency, as their admiration is great, so is their censure full of difficulty. " " But of men of Eminency, as their admiration is great, so is their censure full of difficulty. " " cc-acp pp-f n2 pp-f n1, c-acp po32 n1 vbz j, av vbz po32 n1 j pp-f n1. " (14) sermon (DIV1) 774 Image 217
4012 As to those Relations that are more nearly interessed in this solemnity; As to those Relations that Are more nearly interested in this solemnity; c-acp p-acp d n2 cst vbr av-dc av-j vvn p-acp d n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 775 Image 217
4013 I would beseech them to remember, that all Indecency and excess of Grief, for our deceased friends, must needs reflect upon the memory of the dead, I would beseech them to Remember, that all Indecency and excess of Grief, for our deceased Friends, must needs reflect upon the memory of the dead, pns11 vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, cst d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp po12 j-vvn n2, vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, (14) sermon (DIV1) 775 Image 217
4014 or the discretion of the survivers. God enable them to bear it: And supply this loss to them by his Grace and Providence: or the discretion of the survivers. God enable them to bear it: And supply this loss to them by his Grace and Providence: cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2. np1 vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi pn31: cc vvi d n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1: (14) sermon (DIV1) 775 Image 217
4015 Let me say, and to the Church of England, by increasing the number of such men, of no worse Learning, Integrity, and Courage; Let me say, and to the Church of England, by increasing the number of such men, of no Worse Learning, Integrity, and Courage; vvb pno11 vvi, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f d n2, pp-f dx jc n1, n1, cc n1; (14) sermon (DIV1) 775 Image 217
4016 that are able, and dare defend her against the encroachments of Popery and Fanaticisme. Now to God only wise be Glory through Jesus Christ for ever. Amen. FINIS. that Are able, and Dare defend her against the encroachments of Popery and Fanaticism. Now to God only wise be Glory through jesus christ for ever. Amen. FINIS. d vbr j, cc vvb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. av p-acp np1 av-j j vbi n1 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp av. uh-n. fw-la. (14) sermon (DIV1) 775 Image 217

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