The true interest of a nation, or, The duty of magistrates, ministers, and people, in order to the further settlement and prosperity of these kingdoms a sermon preached at the assizes held at Bvckingham, Jvly the 5th, 1692 / by John Howard ...

Howard, John, 1647-1729?
Publisher: Printed for J Lawrence
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1693
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A44637 ESTC ID: R8164 STC ID: H2984
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Proverbs XIV, 34; Duty;
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0 The TRUE Interest of a Nation: The TRUE Interest of a nation: dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 3
1 OR, THE Duty of Magistrates, Ministers, and People, In order to the further Settlement and Prosperity OF THESE KINGDOMS. Prov. XIV. xxxiv. Righteousness exalteth a nation; OR, THE Duty of Magistrates, Ministers, and People, In order to the further Settlement and Prosperity OF THESE KINGDOMS. Curae XIV. xxxiv. Righteousness Exalteth a Nation; cc, dt n1 pp-f n2, n2, cc n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt jc n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2. np1 np1. crd. n1 vvz dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 3
2 but sin is a reproach to any people. but since is a reproach to any people. cc-acp n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 3
3 THERE is ordinarily so little either Wisdom or Generosity in most Men, that they are almost wholly taken up with their own private Interest or Pleasures, with a Neglect of the Publick Safety and Welfare of the Nation. THERE is ordinarily so little either Wisdom or Generosity in most Men, that they Are almost wholly taken up with their own private Interest or Pleasures, with a Neglect of the Public Safety and Welfare of the nation. pc-acp vbz av-j av av-j d n1 cc n1 p-acp ds n2, cst pns32 vbr av av-jn vvn a-acp p-acp po32 d j n1 cc n2, p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
4 For thô many enquire much after the State of it, whether to entertain their idle Moments, For though many inquire much After the State of it, whither to entertain their idle Moments, p-acp cs d vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cs pc-acp vvi po32 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
5 or gratifie their Curiosity, or because in the general they wish well to it, or for other ends: or gratify their Curiosity, or Because in the general they wish well to it, or for other ends: cc vvi po32 n1, cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb av p-acp pn31, cc p-acp j-jn n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
6 yet few comparatively make it a main part of their Business to promote its Happiness. yet few comparatively make it a main part of their Business to promote its Happiness. av d av-j vvi pn31 dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
7 And even amongst these, how few are there that rightly understand the true Interest of the Nation, And even among these, how few Are there that rightly understand the true Interest of the nation, cc av p-acp d, c-crq d vbr pc-acp d av-jn vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
8 and seriously apply themselves to those Means that are necessary to advance it! and seriously apply themselves to those Means that Are necessary to advance it! cc av-j vvi px32 p-acp d n2 cst vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31! (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
9 Now what these are, King Solomon, a Person in the highest Station, and of the greatest Wisdom amongst Men, (and therefore fittest to judge of the Interest of a Kingdom,) has told us from his own Wisdom and Experience, Now what these Are, King Solomon, a Person in the highest Station, and of the greatest Wisdom among Men, (and Therefore Fittest to judge of the Interest of a Kingdom,) has told us from his own Wisdom and Experience, av q-crq d vbr, n1 np1, dt n1 p-acp dt js n1, cc pp-f dt js n1 p-acp n2, (cc av js p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1,) vhz vvn pno12 p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
10 and which is more, from the Wisdom of God himself, including them in one comprehensive word in my Text, Righteousness exalteth a nation. And to assure us that in the want of this, no other Methods can be sufficient, he adds, But sin is a reproach to any people. and which is more, from the Wisdom of God himself, including them in one comprehensive word in my Text, Righteousness Exalteth a Nation. And to assure us that in the want of this, no other Methods can be sufficient, he adds, But since is a reproach to any people. cc r-crq vbz av-dc, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, vvg pno32 p-acp crd j n1 p-acp po11 n1, n1 vvz dt n1. cc pc-acp vvi pno12 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, dx j-jn n2 vmb vbi j, pns31 vvz, p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
11 Here are therefore two plain Propositions that fully instruct us, the one what will make a Nation Happy; Here Are Therefore two plain Propositions that Fully instruct us, the one what will make a nation Happy; av vbr av crd j n2 cst av-j vvb pno12, dt pi r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
12 and the other what will as certainly make it Miserable. and the other what will as Certainly make it Miserable. cc dt n-jn r-crq vmb c-acp av-j vvi pn31 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
13 If we have therefore a Subject of this moment before us, and wherein we are all nearly concern'd, I hope none will blame me, If we have Therefore a Subject of this moment before us, and wherein we Are all nearly concerned, I hope none will blame me, cs pns12 vhb av dt j-jn pp-f d n1 p-acp pno12, cc c-crq pns12 vbr d av-j vvn, pns11 vvb pix vmb vvi pno11, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
14 if I handle it with that Plainness and Freedom which the Consequence of the thing itself, the present State of the Nation, the Condition of the Times, if I handle it with that Plainness and Freedom which the Consequence of the thing itself, the present State of the nation, the Condition of the Times, cs pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 px31, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
15 and the Necessity of every one of Us here present do call for therefore in speaking to these words, I shall endeavour to Explain and Confirm both the Propositions in their order, and the Necessity of every one of Us Here present do call for Therefore in speaking to these words, I shall endeavour to Explain and Confirm both the Propositions in their order, cc dt n1 pp-f d crd pp-f pno32 av j vdb vvi p-acp av p-acp vvg p-acp d n2, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi d dt n2 p-acp po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
16 and then draw such Inferences from them as are most seasonable, bringing the Matter down to this Time, and then draw such Inferences from them as Are most seasonable, bringing the Matter down to this Time, cc av vvb d n2 p-acp pno32 c-acp vbr ds j, vvg dt n1 a-acp p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
17 and the present Occasion of our meeting together. and the present Occasion of our meeting together. cc dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
18 1. Righteousness exalteth a Nation: In relation to which words I shall endeavour to shew you, 1. What is here meant by Righteousness. 2. How it exalts a Nation. 1. Righteousness Exalteth a nation: In Relation to which words I shall endeavour to show you, 1. What is Here meant by Righteousness. 2. How it exalts a nation. crd n1 vvz dt n1: p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq n2 pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22, crd q-crq vbz av vvn p-acp n1. crd c-crq pn31 vvz dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
19 1. Righteousness in a strict sence is as much as Justice; 1. Righteousness in a strict sense is as much as justice; crd n1 p-acp dt j n1 vbz p-acp d c-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
20 and it is often used in Scripture to signifie Charity, particularly that branch of it which is exercised in supplying the Wants of poor indigent People: and it is often used in Scripture to signify Charity, particularly that branch of it which is exercised in supplying the Wants of poor indigent People: cc pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1, av-j d n1 pp-f pn31 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp vvg dt vvz pp-f j j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
21 but in my Text it is to be understood in a greater Latitude, and is the same with Virtue or Goodness, but in my Text it is to be understood in a greater Latitude, and is the same with Virtue or goodness, cc-acp p-acp po11 n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt jc n1, cc vbz dt d p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
22 or Obedience to God in the general; or obedience to God in the general; cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
23 as appears in that it is set in Opposition to Sin (by which is meant all manner of Wickedness,) in the latter part of the Verse: as appears in that it is Set in Opposition to since (by which is meant all manner of Wickedness,) in the latter part of the Verse: c-acp vvz p-acp cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 (p-acp r-crq vbz vvn d n1 pp-f n1,) p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
24 And this sence of the Word is so ordinary in the Holy Scriptures, and so obvious to every one, And this sense of the Word is so ordinary in the Holy Scriptures, and so obvious to every one, cc d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av j p-acp dt j n2, cc av j p-acp d crd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
25 as well as necessary to the wise Man's Purpose in this place, that I need not say any thing more in the proof of it. Therefore I proceed to shew. as well as necessary to the wise Man's Purpose in this place, that I need not say any thing more in the proof of it. Therefore I proceed to show. c-acp av c-acp j p-acp dt j ng1 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns11 vvb xx vvi d n1 av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. av pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
26 2. How Righteousness exalteth a Nation: That is, raises it higher, in making it better, 2. How Righteousness Exalteth a nation: That is, raises it higher, in making it better, crd q-crq n1 vvz dt n1: cst vbz, vvz pn31 av-jc, p-acp vvg pn31 jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
27 and causing it to abound with every thing that may be of real Advantage to it. and causing it to abound with every thing that may be of real Advantage to it. cc vvg pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cst vmb vbi pp-f j n1 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
28 But there are so many Respects and Instances wherein a Nation is advanced, and so many Branches of Righteousness, which conduce to it, that it would make too great a part of my Discourse to represent them all: But there Are so many Respects and Instances wherein a nation is advanced, and so many Branches of Righteousness, which conduce to it, that it would make too great a part of my Discourse to represent them all: p-acp a-acp vbr av d n2 cc n2 c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, cc av d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vvi p-acp pn31, cst pn31 vmd vvi av j dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
29 therefore I shall only speak to the chief of them, as briefly as I can, but sufficiently, I hope, to satisfie all sober and unprejudiced Hearers. Therefore I shall only speak to the chief of them, as briefly as I can, but sufficiently, I hope, to satisfy all Sobrium and unprejudiced Hearers. av pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n-jn pp-f pno32, c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmb, cc-acp av-j, pns11 vvb, pc-acp vvi d j cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
30 Righteousness is the greatest Endowment that our best Faculties are capable of, and far more excellent than all earthly Benefits: Righteousness is the greatest Endowment that our best Faculties Are capable of, and Far more excellent than all earthly Benefits: n1 vbz dt js n1 cst po12 js n2 vbr j pp-f, cc av-j av-dc j cs d j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
31 For (as Solomon says of Wisdom, which is the same thing under another name, Prov. 3.14, 15.) the merchandise of it is better then the merchandise of silver, For (as Solomon Says of Wisdom, which is the same thing under Another name, Curae 3.14, 15.) the merchandise of it is better then the merchandise of silver, p-acp (c-acp np1 vvz pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt d n1 p-acp j-jn n1, np1 crd, crd) dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz jc cs dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
32 and the gain thereof then fine gold. She is more precious then rubies: and all the things thou canst desire, are not to be compared unto her. and the gain thereof then fine gold. She is more precious then rubies: and all the things thou Canst desire, Are not to be compared unto her. cc dt n1 av av j n1. pns31 vbz av-dc j cs n2: cc d dt n2 pns21 vm2 vvi, vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
33 Yea, it raises us above the State of meer rational Beings, and renews us after the Image of GOD, Yea, it raises us above the State of mere rational Beings, and renews us After the Image of GOD, uh, pn31 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j j n2, cc vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
34 and makes us Followers of him in a Divine Conversation. and makes us Followers of him in a Divine Conversation. cc vvz pno12 n2 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
35 If a Nation therefore be advanced by a Plenty of Corn and Wine, by the Health, If a nation Therefore be advanced by a Plenty of Corn and Wine, by the Health, cs dt n1 av vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
36 and Strength, and Numbers of the People, or by Forreign Rarities for Delight and Ornament; and Strength, and Numbers of the People, or by Foreign Rarities for Delight and Ornament; cc n1, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
37 how much more then by the true Riches of the Heavenly Canaan, that Righteousness which comes down from thence, how much more then by the true Riches of the Heavenly Canaan, that Righteousness which comes down from thence, c-crq d dc cs p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j np1, cst n1 r-crq vvz a-acp p-acp av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
38 and at once ennobles the Souls and adorns the Conversation of them that have it? and At once ennobles the Souls and adorns the Conversation of them that have it? cc p-acp a-acp vvz dt n2 cc vvz dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vhb pn31? (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
39 But that I may speak more sensibly to those Men who perhaps may receive this rather as a sine Speculation, then a real Truth; But that I may speak more sensibly to those Men who perhaps may receive this rather as a sine Speculation, then a real Truth; cc-acp cst pns11 vmb vvi av-dc av-j p-acp d n2 r-crq av vmb vvi d av-c p-acp dt fw-la n1, cs dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 3
40 I shall endeavour to demonstrate that Righteousness produces all those Effects to a Nation which in the general Opinion of Men do exalt it, I shall endeavour to demonstrate that Righteousness produces all those Effects to a nation which in the general Opinion of Men do exalt it, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 vvz d d n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 vdb vvi pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 3
41 as Health and Strength, Riches, Honour, Friendship, Security, Delight, and Comfort, &c. and that both as a Natural and a Moral Cause of them. as Health and Strength, Riches, Honour, Friendship, Security, Delight, and Comfort, etc. and that both as a Natural and a Moral Cause of them. c-acp n1 cc n1, n2, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc n1, av cc cst d c-acp dt j cc dt j n1 pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 3
42 It is a natural Cause of these Benefits, to which nothing can conduce so much as that honest and regular ways of living which true Religion requires: It is a natural Cause of these Benefits, to which nothing can conduce so much as that honest and regular ways of living which true Religion requires: pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp r-crq pix vmb vvi av av-d c-acp cst j cc j n2 pp-f j-vvg r-crq j n1 vvz: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
43 We do not only avoid the Causes of Bodily Distempers and Weaknesses, but much improve also in Health and Strength by many Habits of Righteousness, We do not only avoid the Causes of Bodily Distempers and Weaknesses, but much improve also in Health and Strength by many Habits of Righteousness, pns12 vdb xx av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2, cc-acp d vvb av p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
44 as Meekness, Patience, and Contentation, but especially Temperance in both the Branches of it, Sobriety and Chastity, as Meekness, Patience, and Contentation, but especially Temperance in both the Branches of it, Sobriety and Chastity, c-acp n1, n1, cc n1, cc-acp av-j n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31, n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
45 and Diligence also in some honest Calling that is suitable to us. and Diligence also in Some honest Calling that is suitable to us. cc n1 av p-acp d j vvg cst vbz j p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
46 I hope I need not say how much the Vices contrary to these impair the best Natural Constitution, bring many Diseases upon the Body, I hope I need not say how much the Vices contrary to these impair the best Natural Constitution, bring many Diseases upon the Body, pns11 vvb pns11 vvb xx vvi c-crq av-d dt n2 j-jn p-acp d vvi dt js j n1, vvb d n2 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
47 and surprize Men with an untimely Death; and surprise Men with an untimely Death; cc vvi n2 p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
48 since it has been observ'd, and not without rational Evidence, that Gluttony itself kills more then the Sword. since it has been observed, and not without rational Evidence, that Gluttony itself kills more then the Sword. c-acp pn31 vhz vbn vvn, cc xx p-acp j n1, cst n1 px31 vvz av-dc cs dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
49 And as for Riches, the very same Vertues that improve us in Health and Strength, do thereby fit us to use the most proper means of increasing in them also, which seldom fail of attaining their end; And as for Riches, the very same Virtues that improve us in Health and Strength, do thereby fit us to use the most proper means of increasing in them also, which seldom fail of attaining their end; cc c-acp p-acp n2, dt av d n2 cst vvb pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1, vdb av vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j n2 pp-f vvg p-acp pno32 av, r-crq av vvb pp-f vvg po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
50 for the diligent hand maketh rich, Prov. 10.4. Whereas the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty: for the diligent hand makes rich, Curae 10.4. Whereas the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty: p-acp dt j n1 vvz j, np1 crd. cs dt n1 cc dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
51 and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags, Prov. 23.21. Industry makes the Earth and the Waters profitable to us, and fetches home the Fruits and Treasures of the remotest Countries, to supply what may be wanting in our own: and drowsiness shall cloth a man with rags, Curae 23.21. Industry makes the Earth and the Waters profitable to us, and Fetches home the Fruits and Treasures of the Remotest Countries, to supply what may be wanting in our own: cc n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n2, np1 crd. np1 vvz dt n1 cc dt n2 j p-acp pno12, cc vvz av-an dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt js n2, pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb vbi vvg p-acp po12 d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
52 For though God in much Wisdom and Goodness, hath so sutably dispensed his Blessings to the several Parts of the World, that they ordinarily afford the most convenient Food, Physick, and Clothing to the Inhabitants; For though God in much Wisdom and goodness, hath so suitably dispensed his Blessings to the several Parts of the World, that they ordinarily afford the most convenient Food, Physic, and Clothing to the Inhabitants; c-acp cs np1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, vhz av av-j vvn po31 n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 av-j vvi dt av-ds j n1, n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
53 yet he doth not so equally proportion these, but that it is often necessary that the Plenty of some should supply the Scarcity of others. yet he does not so equally proportion these, but that it is often necessary that the Plenty of Some should supply the Scarcity of Others. av pns31 vdz xx av av-jn vvi d, cc-acp cst pn31 vbz av j cst dt n1 pp-f d vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
54 And there is in every one something peculiar, that serveth, if not the Necessity, yet the Conveniency and Delight of other Countries; And there is in every one something peculiar, that serves, if not the Necessity, yet the Conveniency and Delight of other Countries; cc pc-acp vbz p-acp d crd pi j, cst vvz, cs xx dt n1, av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
55 that Nations might be sensible of a mutual Dependance on one another, to encourage Amity between them, that nations might be sensible of a mutual Dependence on one Another, to encourage Amity between them, d n2 vmd vbi j pp-f dt j n1 p-acp crd j-jn, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
56 and to excite their Industry, by which each of them may, even from all Parts of the Earth, enrich their own Country. and to excite their Industry, by which each of them may, even from all Parts of the Earth, enrich their own Country. cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1, p-acp r-crq d pp-f pno32 vmb, av p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb po32 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
57 What shall we say of that Honour with which Righteousness exalts a Nation? There is certainly nothing can gain it so great a Reputation in the World as this: What shall we say of that Honour with which Righteousness exalts a nation? There is Certainly nothing can gain it so great a Reputation in the World as this: q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq n1 vvz dt n1? pc-acp vbz av-j pix vmb vvi pn31 av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
58 It adds such a Lustre to all that are endow'd with it, as makes them venerable in the eyes of others: It adds such a Lustre to all that Are endowed with it, as makes them venerable in the eyes of Others: pn31 vvz d dt n1 p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp vvz pno32 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
59 For it is from hence that Men are deliberate in their Counsels, grave in their Deportment, faithful in their Dealings, just to their Promises, compassionate to the Miserable, humble and obliging to all Persons. For it is from hence that Men Are deliberate in their Counsels, grave in their Deportment, faithful in their Dealings, just to their Promises, compassionate to the Miserable, humble and obliging to all Persons. c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp av d n2 vbr j p-acp po32 n2, j p-acp po32 n1, j p-acp po32 n2-vvg, j p-acp po32 vvz, j p-acp dt j, j cc vvg p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
60 And these Vertues do naturally gain a Reputation to those that have them: And these Virtues do naturally gain a Reputation to those that have them: cc d n2 vdb av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp d cst vhb pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
61 therefore Moses speaking of God's Commands, exhorts Israel to keep and do them, from this Motive. Therefore Moses speaking of God's Commands, exhorts Israel to keep and do them, from this Motive. av np1 vvg pp-f npg1 vvz, vvz np1 pc-acp vvi cc vdb pno32, p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
62 That it would be their Wisdom and Understanding in the sight of the Nations, who on this account would say, Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people, Deut. 4.6. That it would be their Wisdom and Understanding in the sighed of the nations, who on this account would say, Surely this great Nation is a wise and understanding people, Deuteronomy 4.6. cst pn31 vmd vbi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq p-acp d n1 vmd vvi, av-j d j n1 vbz dt j cc j-vvg n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
63 Now the same Vertues that get Honour and Reputation to a People, do also allure the Affections of the Nations, Now the same Virtues that get Honour and Reputation to a People, do also allure the Affections of the nations, av dt d n2 cst vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vdb av vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
64 and cause them to enter into Affinities and Leagues with them: and cause them to enter into Affinities and Leagues with them: cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
65 And indeed what Prince or People would not promise themselves great Advantages from such an Alliance? They who are observ'd to practice Righteousness in all their Relations at home, will never be suspected of Unfaithfulness towards their Allies abroad; And indeed what Prince or People would not promise themselves great Advantages from such an Alliance? They who Are observed to practice Righteousness in all their Relations At home, will never be suspected of Unfaithfulness towards their Allies abroad; cc av q-crq n1 cc n1 vmd xx vvi px32 j n2 p-acp d dt n1? pns32 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1 n1 p-acp d po32 n2 p-acp n1-an, vmb av-x vbi vvn pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
66 and the more they are improved by a regular and industrious way of living, the better are they fitted to serve the ends of such an Union. and the more they Are improved by a regular and Industria Way of living, the better Are they fitted to serve the ends of such an union. cc dt av-dc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f vvg, dt jc vbr pns32 vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
67 And then a further Effect of these Things will be the greater Security of a Nation so endowed with Righteousness, And then a further Effect of these Things will be the greater Security of a nation so endowed with Righteousness, cc av dt jc vvb pp-f d n2 vmb vbi dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
68 and strengthened with Alliances on the account of it: and strengthened with Alliances on the account of it: cc vvn p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
69 besides, those good Habits and Exercises which naturally improve Health and Strength (as I shewed before) do also sit Men for the Defence of their Country, beside, those good Habits and Exercises which naturally improve Health and Strength (as I showed before) do also fit Men for the Defence of their Country, a-acp, d j n2 cc n2 r-crq av-j vvb n1 cc n1 (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) vdb av vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
70 when any Attempts are made upon it by their Enemies. when any Attempts Are made upon it by their Enemies. c-crq d vvz vbr vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
71 And a Love and good Will to our Neighbours, and a Zeal for the Publick Good, And a Love and good Will to our Neighbours, and a Zeal for the Public Good, cc dt n1 cc j n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc dt n1 p-acp dt j j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
72 as they prevent Civil Breaches and Contentions in a People among themselves, so they mightily unite and strengthen them against a forreign Enemy; as they prevent Civil Breaches and Contentions in a People among themselves, so they mightily unite and strengthen them against a foreign Enemy; c-acp pns32 vvb j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp px32, av pns32 av-j vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
73 especially when they are animated also by that true Courage which is another Branch of Righteousness. especially when they Are animated also by that true Courage which is Another Branch of Righteousness. av-j c-crq pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp cst j n1 r-crq vbz j-jn n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
74 To these I shall add, as the Result of them all, as well as an immediate Effect of Righteousness, that inward Peace and Satisfaction, that sweet Delight and Comfort which a Nation fearing God, To these I shall add, as the Result of them all, as well as an immediate Effect of Righteousness, that inward Peace and Satisfaction, that sweet Delight and Comfort which a nation fearing God, p-acp d pns11 vmb vvi, c-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 d, c-acp av c-acp dt j vvb pp-f n1, cst j n1 cc n1, cst j n1 cc n1 r-crq dt n1 vvg np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
75 and working Righteousness are sure to enjoy: and working Righteousness Are sure to enjoy: cc vvg n1 vbr j pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
76 for this arises from the very Nature of Vertue, which consists in a Rectitude that must needs be very agreeable to a Mind disposed for it; for this arises from the very Nature of Virtue, which consists in a Rectitude that must needs be very agreeable to a Mind disposed for it; c-acp d vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 cst vmb av vbi av j p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
77 and it is also one of its main Offices to govern those Passions that interrupt our inward Peace, and it is also one of its main Offices to govern those Passion that interrupt our inward Peace, cc pn31 vbz av crd pp-f po31 j n2 pc-acp vvi d n2 cst vvb po12 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
78 and direct them to such Objects as afford a pleasing Conversation to us. and Direct them to such Objects as afford a pleasing Conversation to us. cc vvi pno32 p-acp d n2 c-acp vvb dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
79 And there is no small addition to these Comforts from a Conscience of those Habits, together with a due Exercise of them in a vertuous Life; And there is no small addition to these Comforts from a Conscience of those Habits, together with a due Exercise of them in a virtuous Life; cc pc-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, av p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
80 and something also (as was before hinted) from the several outward Advantages with which Righteousness does exalt a Nation; and something also (as was before hinted) from the several outward Advantages with which Righteousness does exalt a nation; cc pi av (c-acp vbds p-acp vvn) p-acp dt j j n2 p-acp r-crq n1 vdz vvi dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
81 which are summ'd up by Solomon in a few words, that attest all I have mentioned under this Head, Prov. 3.16, 17. where speaking of Wisdom, he says, Length of days is in her right hand, which Are summed up by Solomon in a few words, that attest all I have mentioned under this Head, Curae 3.16, 17. where speaking of Wisdom, he Says, Length of days is in her right hand, r-crq vbr vvd a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp dt d n2, cst vvb d pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d n1, np1 crd, crd n1 vvg pp-f n1, pns31 vvz, n1 pp-f n2 vbz p-acp po31 j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
82 and in her left hand riches and honour: Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. and in her left hand riches and honour: Her ways Are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths Are peace. cc p-acp po31 j n1 n2 cc n1: po31 n2 vbr n2 pp-f n1, cc d po31 n2 vbr n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
83 2. Righteousness exalts a Nation in procuring such Benefits to it as a Moral Cause, in that it qualifies them to receive these more abundantly by the Blessing of Almighty God, 2. Righteousness exalts a nation in procuring such Benefits to it as a Moral Cause, in that it Qualifies them to receive these more abundantly by the Blessing of Almighty God, crd n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp cst pn31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi d dc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
84 as the Answer of their Prayers, and a Reward of their Righteousness, according to the many Promises he has given us, both in the Old and New Testament. as the Answer of their Prayers, and a Reward of their Righteousness, according to the many Promises he has given us, both in the Old and New Testament. c-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvg p-acp dt d vvz pns31 vhz vvn pno12, av-d p-acp dt j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
85 The Lord often assures his Israel, and in them all other Nations, that if they would be obedient to his Laws, they should be blessed in all their Temporal Concerns, The Lord often assures his Israel, and in them all other nations, that if they would be obedient to his Laws, they should be blessed in all their Temporal Concerns, dt n1 av vvz po31 np1, cc p-acp pno32 d j-jn n2, cst cs pns32 vmd vbi j p-acp po31 n2, pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d po32 j vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
86 but most fully and particularly, Lev. 26. Deut. 28. Our Saviour has also assur'd us of Temporal Blessings upon Condition we first seek the Kingdom of God, and his Righteousness, Math. 6.33. but most Fully and particularly, Lev. 26. Deuteronomy 28. Our Saviour has also assured us of Temporal Blessings upon Condition we First seek the Kingdom of God, and his Righteousness, Math. 6.33. cc-acp av-ds av-j cc av-j, np1 crd np1 crd po12 n1 vhz av vvn pno12 pp-f j n2 p-acp n1 pns12 ord vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
87 And St. Paul tells us, That godliness is profitable to all things, 1 Tim. 4.8. It is evident then, if a Nation be righteous, the Lord who loves Righteousness will be with them, to give them all those Blessings which will make them the Admiration as well as the Envy and Dread of other Nations, who will have just reason to confess, That happy is that people that is in such a case: And Saint Paul tells us, That godliness is profitable to all things, 1 Tim. 4.8. It is evident then, if a nation be righteous, the Lord who loves Righteousness will be with them, to give them all those Blessings which will make them the Admiration as well as the Envy and Dread of other nations, who will have just reason to confess, That happy is that people that is in such a case: cc n1 np1 vvz pno12, cst n1 vbz j p-acp d n2, vvn np1 crd. pn31 vbz j av, cs dt n1 vbi j, dt n1 r-crq vvz n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 d d n2 r-crq vmb vvi pno32 dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n2, r-crq vmb vhi j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst j vbz d n1 cst vbz p-acp d dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
88 yea, happy is that people, whose God is the Lord, Psal. 144.15. I come now to the latter part of my Text: yea, happy is that people, whose God is the Lord, Psalm 144.15. I come now to the latter part of my Text: uh, j vbz d n1, rg-crq n1 vbz dt n1, np1 crd. pns11 vvb av p-acp dt d n1 pp-f po11 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
89 II. Sin is a reproach to any people. II since is a reproach to any people. crd n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
90 Though these words are interpreted with some little difference by learned Men, yet our Translation agrees well enough with the Original, Though these words Are interpreted with Some little difference by learned Men, yet our translation agrees well enough with the Original, cs d n2 vbr vvn p-acp d j n1 p-acp j n2, av po12 n1 vvz av av-d p-acp dt j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
91 and is authorised also by the Chaldee Paraphrase: and is authorised also by the Chaldee paraphrase: cc vbz vvn av p-acp dt np1 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
92 and whereas the Septuagint and other learned Versions render it, But sins do diminish the Tribes, or People, or Nations; and whereas the septuagint and other learned Versions render it, But Sins do diminish the Tribes, or People, or nations; cc cs dt n1 cc j-jn j n2 vvb pn31, p-acp n2 vdb vvi dt n2, cc n1, cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
93 and the Vulgar Latine, That sin makes the People miserable. All this gives us a further Confirmation of the same Sence in different Terms; and the vulgar Latin, That since makes the People miserable. All this gives us a further Confirmation of the same Sense in different Terms; cc dt j jp, cst n1 vvz dt n1 j. d d vvz pno12 dt jc n1 pp-f dt d n1 p-acp j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
94 and therefore we may without doing Violence to the Text, or perverting the wise Man's Intention in this place, put them all together, and Therefore we may without doing Violence to the Text, or perverting the wise Man's Intention in this place, put them all together, cc av pns12 vmb p-acp vdg n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvg dt j ng1 n1 p-acp d n1, vvb pno32 d av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
95 and so they will stand in a more plain and full Opposition to the former part of the Verse: and so they will stand in a more plain and full Opposition to the former part of the Verse: cc av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
96 And if I shall prove to you, That sin is a reproach to a people, both immediately in itself, and remotely in its Effects; And if I shall prove to you, That since is a reproach to a people, both immediately in itself, and remotely in its Effects; cc cs pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, cst n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, d av-j p-acp px31, cc av-j p-acp po31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
97 this will take in all the Differences of the several Versions and Interpretations of the Words: this will take in all the Differences of the several Versions and Interpretations of the Words: d vmb vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
98 1. It is so immediately and in itself: 1. It is so immediately and in itself: crd pn31 vbz av av-j cc p-acp px31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
99 If it be a Shame for an intelligent Being to act below his Understanding, and subject his noblest Faculties to the will of his sensual Appetite; If it be a Shame for an intelligent Being to act below his Understanding, and Subject his Noblest Faculties to the will of his sensual Appetite; cs pn31 vbb dt n1 p-acp dt j vbg p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi po31 js n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
100 then Sin is a Shame and a Reproach to us: then since is a Shame and a Reproach to us: av n1 vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
101 Can a Prince without Dishonour submit himself to the meanest of his Subjects, or the Master become a Slave to his Servant? No more can the Soul of Man without the greatest Diminution to its Worth and Dignity, stoop to the vile Servitude of Carnal Affections. Can a Prince without Dishonour submit himself to the Meanest of his Subject's, or the Master become a Slave to his Servant? No more can the Soul of Man without the greatest Diminution to its Worth and Dignity, stoop to the vile Servitude of Carnal Affections. vmb dt n1 p-acp vvb vvi px31 p-acp dt js pp-f po31 n2-jn, cc dt n1 vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1? uh-dx av-dc vmb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt js n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
102 If to choose a little base Profit, or Delight, or Reputation, and Friendship with the worst of Men, If to choose a little base Profit, or Delight, or Reputation, and Friendship with the worst of Men, cs pc-acp vvi dt j j n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt js pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
103 for a few Moments, as if it were their only Felicity, and thereby venture the loss of true and Eternal Happiness, which after a short and uncertain time they might otherwise enjoy, be a Reproach to them who are capable of considering both the one and the other, who confess they have immortal Souls, for a few Moments, as if it were their only Felicity, and thereby venture the loss of true and Eternal Happiness, which After a short and uncertain time they might otherwise enjoy, be a Reproach to them who Are capable of considering both the one and the other, who confess they have immortal Souls, p-acp dt d n2, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr po32 j n1, cc av vvi dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1, r-crq p-acp dt j cc j n1 pns32 vmd av vvi, vbb dt n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr j pp-f vvg d dt crd cc dt n-jn, r-crq vvb pns32 vhb j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
104 and cannot deny but they expose them to great Dangers by this means, and have also rational Grounds of Belief, that a Course of Piety would afford them greater Delight and Satisfaction even in this Life: (for the very Heathens could acknowledge, that Vertue is a Reward to itself, and cannot deny but they expose them to great Dangers by this means, and have also rational Grounds of Belief, that a Course of Piety would afford them greater Delight and Satisfaction even in this Life: (for the very heathens could acknowledge, that Virtue is a Reward to itself, cc vmbx vvi cc-acp pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp j n2 p-acp d n2, cc vhb av j n2 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi pno32 jc n1 cc n1 av p-acp d n1: (c-acp dt j n2-jn vmd vvi, cst n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp px31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
105 and even with the meanest and most miserable Condition, is preferable to all outward Advantages without it:) Then if there be any such thing as Folly in the World, there must lie a just Imputation of it on such Persons as thus court their own Misery, and despise their Happiness. and even with the Meanest and most miserable Condition, is preferable to all outward Advantages without it:) Then if there be any such thing as Folly in the World, there must lie a just Imputation of it on such Persons as thus court their own Misery, and despise their Happiness. cc av p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n1, vbz j p-acp d j n2 p-acp pn31:) av cs pc-acp vbb d d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n2 c-acp av vvi po32 d n1, cc vvi po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
106 Therefore it is no wonder, that Solomon does ordinarily in this Book of Proverbs call wicked Men Fools; Therefore it is no wonder, that Solomon does ordinarily in this Book of Proverbs call wicked Men Fools; av pn31 vbz dx n1, cst np1 vdz av-jn p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 vvb j n2 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
107 and yet what greater Contempt can he cast upon them then this? Forasmuch as Wisdom raises Mens Reputation, and yet what greater Contempt can he cast upon them then this? Forasmuch as Wisdom raises Men's Reputation, cc av q-crq jc n1 vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno32 av d? av p-acp n1 vvz ng2 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
108 and makes them Honourable, so much does Folly render them Mean and Despicable in the World. and makes them Honourable, so much does Folly render them Mean and Despicable in the World. cc vvz pno32 j, av d vdz n1 vvi pno32 j cc j p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
109 And does not Sin do the same thing also? If we speak of the sence which all Persons that retain any love for Vertue have of it, the matter is without question. And does not since do thee same thing also? If we speak of the sense which all Persons that retain any love for Virtue have of it, the matter is without question. cc vdz xx n1 vdi pno32 d n1 av? cs pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 r-crq d n2 cst vvb d n1 p-acp n1 vhb pp-f pn31, dt n1 vbz p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
110 If a Man has the Reputation of a Drunkard, a Whoremonger, or a covetous Person; if he be accounted Proud, Deceitful, or Malicious; If a Man has the Reputation of a Drunkard, a Whoremonger, or a covetous Person; if he be accounted Proud, Deceitful, or Malicious; cs dt n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1, cc dt j n1; cs pns31 vbb vvn j, j, cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
111 if he be given to Lying, Prophaneness, or Unseemly Communication, &c. how extreamly does this lessen him in the Esteem of all good Men? Yea, if he be given to Lying, Profaneness, or Unseemly Communication, etc. how extremely does this lessen him in the Esteem of all good Men? Yea, cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp vvg, n1, cc j-u n1, av c-crq av-jn vdz d vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2? uh, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
112 if he has never so excellent Gifts of Nature and Fortune, (as they are call'd) if he is possess'd of a good Estate, if he has never so excellent Gifts of Nature and Fortune, (as they Are called) if he is possessed of a good Estate, cs pns31 vhz av av j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (c-acp pns32 vbr vvn) cs pns31 vbz vvn pp-f dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
113 if he has the best Accomplishments of Body, and the greatest natural and acquir'd Endowments of Soul, if he has the best Accomplishments of Body, and the greatest natural and acquired Endowments of Soul, cs pns31 vhz dt js n2 pp-f n1, cc dt js j cc vvn n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
114 as Judgment, Wit, Learning, Arts, &c. all these are so diminished by some ill Habits in his Conversation, that he loses, as Judgement, Wit, Learning, Arts, etc. all these Are so diminished by Some ill Habits in his Conversation, that he loses, c-acp n1, n1, n1, n2, av d d vbr av vvn p-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
115 for the most part, the Credit of them. for the most part, the Credit of them. p-acp dt av-ds n1, dt n1 pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
116 Nay, to go further yet, if to all these Advantages there be added many Moral Qualifications too; Nay, to go further yet, if to all these Advantages there be added many Moral Qualifications too; uh-x, pc-acp vvi av-jc av, cs p-acp d d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn d j n2 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
117 if a Person be of a free and generous Mind, an humble Carriage, a compassionate Temper, if a Person be of a free and generous Mind, an humble Carriage, a compassionate Temper, cs dt n1 vbi pp-f dt j cc j n1, dt j n1, dt j vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
118 and yet lives in the Sin of Drunkenness, or Uncleanness, or if he appears never so exactly chast and sober, and yet lives in the since of drunkenness, or Uncleanness, or if he appears never so exactly chaste and Sobrium, cc av vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc cs pns31 vvz av av av-j j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
119 but at the same time is known to be covetous and oppressing, these base Vices do more undermine and betray his Reputation, but At the same time is known to be covetous and oppressing, these base Vices do more undermine and betray his Reputation, cc-acp p-acp dt d n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j cc j-vvg, d j n2 vdb dc vvi cc vvi po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
120 then all other Vertues can contribute to it. then all other Virtues can contribute to it. cs d j-jn n2 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
121 And they do this not only in the Opinion of honest and innocent Men, but of those also, in a great measure, who are guilty of as bad, And they do this not only in the Opinion of honest and innocent Men, but of those also, in a great measure, who Are guilty of as bad, cc pns32 vdb d xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j-jn n2, cc-acp pp-f d av, p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbr j pp-f p-acp j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
122 if not the same Faults themselves; if not the same Faults themselves; cs xx dt d n2 px32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
123 for it is usual with most Men to censure and despise those very Sins in their Neighbours, which they indulge in their own Persons: for it is usual with most Men to censure and despise those very Sins in their Neighbours, which they indulge in their own Persons: c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp ds n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j n2 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp po32 d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
124 as if they thought a greater Liberty is allow'd to them then to others; as if they Thought a greater Liberty is allowed to them then to Others; c-acp cs pns32 vvd dt jc n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 av p-acp n2-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
125 or else, because they consider their own Faults with the most extenuating Circumstances, while they look upon other Mens with the greatest Aggravations. or Else, Because they Consider their own Faults with the most extenuating circumstances, while they look upon other Men's with the greatest Aggravations. cc av, c-acp pns32 vvb po32 d n2 p-acp dt av-ds j-vvg n2, cs pns32 vvb p-acp j-jn ng2 p-acp dt js n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
126 So that if it should be put to a general Vote, whether Sin be not a Reproach and Dishonour to any People, they would so universally agree in the Affirmative, that very few would be found to make any Exception, So that if it should be put to a general Vote, whither since be not a Reproach and Dishonour to any People, they would so universally agree in the Affirmative, that very few would be found to make any Exception, av cst cs pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, cs n1 vbb xx dt n1 cc vvb p-acp d n1, pns32 vmd av av-j vvi p-acp dt j, cst av d vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
127 unless it were for one single Person? But what reserve soever any may have out of Partiality to their own Persons, in relation to this matter; unless it were for one single Person? But what reserve soever any may have out of Partiality to their own Persons, in Relation to this matter; cs pn31 vbdr p-acp crd j n1? p-acp q-crq vvb av d vmb vhi av pp-f n1 p-acp po32 d n2, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
128 yet the Judgment they pass upon all others would be a concluding Sentence against themselves. 2. Sin is a Reproach to any People in its Effects also: yet the Judgement they pass upon all Others would be a concluding Sentence against themselves. 2. since is a Reproach to any People in its Effects also: av dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp d n2-jn vmd vbi dt j-vvg n1 p-acp px32. crd n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n2 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
129 That many Sins do naturally tend to the making Men miserable in the World, is so evident, that I need not spend time in proving it; That many Sins do naturally tend to the making Men miserable in the World, is so evident, that I need not spend time in proving it; cst d n2 vdb av-j vvi p-acp dt vvg n2 j p-acp dt n1, vbz av j, cst pns11 vvb xx vvi n1 p-acp vvg pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
130 especially since I have given you already some Hints of it in speaking to the former part of my Text. The Sins of Pride, Luxury. especially since I have given you already Some Hints of it in speaking to the former part of my Text. The Sins of Pride, Luxury. av-j c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av d n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po11 np1 dt n2 pp-f n1, n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
131 Intemperance, and Strife are very great Wasters, and have ruined many thousands in their Estates, and some of them many more in their Health and Strength: Intemperance, and Strife Are very great Wasters, and have ruined many thousands in their Estates, and Some of them many more in their Health and Strength: n1, cc n1 vbr av j n2, cc vhb vvn d crd p-acp po32 n2, cc d pp-f pno32 d dc p-acp po32 n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
132 The former of these Cases does too ordinarily expose Men to Contempt, even when it comes by the hand of Providence. The former of these Cases does too ordinarily expose Men to Contempt, even when it comes by the hand of Providence. dt j pp-f d n2 vdz av av-j vvi n2 p-acp n1, av c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
133 But when Poverty is the natural Effect of Mens Sins, it becomes justly a Reproach to them: But when Poverty is the natural Effect of Men's Sins, it becomes justly a Reproach to them: p-acp q-crq n1 vbz dt j vvb pp-f ng2 n2, pn31 vvz av-j dt n1 p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
134 And so are these Pains and Diseases also, and whatsoever other Calamities Men bring upon themselves by a vicious Life. And so Are these Pains and Diseases also, and whatsoever other Calamities Men bring upon themselves by a vicious Life. cc av vbr d n2 cc n2 av, cc r-crq j-jn n2 n2 vvb p-acp px32 p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
135 And to these God is pleased many times to add others, also upon obstinate Sinners, to vindicate his Justice and Holiness in the World, especially when the Sins become National, And to these God is pleased many times to add Others, also upon obstinate Sinners, to vindicate his justice and Holiness in the World, especially when the Sins become National, cc p-acp d np1 vbz vvn d n2 pc-acp vvi n2-jn, av p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j c-crq dt n2 vvb j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
136 and Judgment is not executed upon them as it ought, by his Vice-gerents. And when-ever these come upon a People, they bring a great Reproach with them; and Judgement is not executed upon them as it ought, by his Vicegerents. And whenever these come upon a People, they bring a great Reproach with them; cc n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp pn31 vmd, p-acp po31 j. cc j d vvb p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb dt j n1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
137 according to that Threatning sent by the Prophet Jeremiah to the Remnant left at Jerusalem in the time of the Babylonish Captivity, Jer. 29.18. according to that Threatening sent by the Prophet Jeremiah to the Remnant left At Jerusalem in the time of the Babylonish Captivity, Jer. 29.18. vvg p-acp d vvg vvd p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
138 I will persecute them with the sword, with the famine, and with the pestilence, and will deliver them to be removed to all the kingdoms of the earth, to be a curse, I will persecute them with the sword, with the famine, and with the pestilence, and will deliver them to be removed to all the kingdoms of the earth, to be a curse, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
139 and an astonishment, and an hissing, and a reproach among all the nations whither I have driven them. and an astonishment, and an hissing, and a reproach among all the Nations whither I have driven them. cc dt n1, cc dt j-vvg, cc dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
140 And indeed in such cases there is no less then a threefold Reproach lies upon a Nation, Judgment is a Work which God uses as the last Remedy, And indeed in such cases there is no less then a threefold Reproach lies upon a nation, Judgement is a Work which God uses as the last Remedy, cc av p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbz dx dc cs dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
141 when all other Methods fail of accomplishing his gracious Purposes upon a People. when all other Methods fail of accomplishing his gracious Purposes upon a People. c-crq d j-jn n2 vvb pp-f vvg po31 j n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
142 And it is usually a great while, after much Waiting and Forbearance, e're he comes to this Extremity: And it is usually a great while, After much Waiting and Forbearance, ever he comes to this Extremity: cc pn31 vbz av-j dt j n1, p-acp d j-vvg cc n1, av pns31 vvz p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
143 whensoever therefore any of his Judgments are inflicted upon Sinners, they are so many Reproaches from him for their great Impieties, most ungratefully continued in notwithstanding all the effects of his Love and Mercy, by which he would have led them to Repentance, whensoever Therefore any of his Judgments Are inflicted upon Sinners, they Are so many Reproaches from him for their great Impieties, most ungratefully continued in notwithstanding all the effects of his Love and Mercy, by which he would have led them to Repentance, c-crq av d pp-f po31 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2, pns32 vbr av d n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp po32 j n2, av-ds av-j vvn p-acp p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
144 and obstinately retain'd against all tile Patience he had long exercised towards them, and the many Threatnings of Judgment he had given them both in his Word and Providences, to draw them to it. and obstinately retained against all tile Patience he had long exercised towards them, and the many Threatenings of Judgement he had given them both in his Word and Providences, to draw them to it. cc av-j vvn p-acp d n1 n1 pns31 vhd av-j vvn p-acp pno32, cc dt d n2-vvg pp-f n1 pns31 vhd vvn pno32 d p-acp po31 n1 cc n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
145 And God in his Wisdom does usually send such Judgments upon a People as are most suitable to their Sins, that they may be more visible Reproaches to them: And God in his Wisdom does usually send such Judgments upon a People as Are most suitable to their Sins, that they may be more visible Reproaches to them: cc np1 p-acp po31 n1 vdz av-j vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1 c-acp vbr ds j p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi av-dc j n2 p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
146 As when he punishes a divided and contentious Nation with open Wars, a luxurious People with Hunger and Nakedness, As when he Punishes a divided and contentious nation with open Wars, a luxurious People with Hunger and Nakedness, c-acp c-crq pns31 vvz dt j-vvn cc j n1 p-acp j n2, dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
147 or the Lascivious that burn in their Lusts, with the destroying Heats of a Plague, or devouring Fires in their Towns and Cities. or the Lascivious that burn in their Lustiest, with the destroying Heats of a Plague, or devouring Fires in their Towns and Cities. cc dt j cst vvb p-acp po32 n2, p-acp dt vvg n2 pp-f dt n1, cc j-vvg n2 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
148 Of all which Cases, and several others, it would be easie to give many Instances. 2. There is a Reproach also in such cases from the World, (as was shew'd before,) because of that Misery a People is involv'd in by reason of these Judgments. 3. And if they themselves have any fence, they must needs be reproach'd too by their own Consciences, that they have dealt so unworthily with their God, Of all which Cases, and several Others, it would be easy to give many Instances. 2. There is a Reproach also in such cases from the World, (as was showed before,) Because of that Misery a People is involved in by reason of these Judgments. 3. And if they themselves have any fence, they must needs be reproached too by their own Consciences, that they have dealt so unworthily with their God, pp-f d r-crq n2, cc j n2-jn, pn31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi d n2. crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 av p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, (c-acp vbds vvn a-acp,) c-acp pp-f d n1 dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f d n2. crd cc cs pns32 px32 vhb d n1, pns32 vmb av vbi vvn av p-acp po32 d n2, cst pns32 vhb vvn av av-j p-acp po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
149 so treacherously with their own Souls, and so foolishly undermin'd also their present Happiness: so treacherously with their own Souls, and so foolishly undermined also their present Happiness: av av-j p-acp po32 d n2, cc av av-j vvn av po32 j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
150 And then they may well (with Ephraim ) be asham'd and confounded when they thus bear their Reproach, Jer. 31.19. You have now heard how Sin is a Reproach to any People, both in itself and its Effects: And then they may well (with Ephraim) be ashamed and confounded when they thus bear their Reproach, Jer. 31.19. You have now herd how since is a Reproach to any People, both in itself and its Effects: cc av pns32 vmb av (p-acp np1) vbi j cc vvn c-crq pns32 av vvi po32 n1, np1 crd. pn22 vhb av vvn c-crq n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1, av-d p-acp px31 cc po31 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
151 So that if some read the words, it diminishes or makes them miserable; So that if Some read the words, it diminishes or makes them miserable; av cst cs d vvb dt n2, pn31 vvz cc vvz pno32 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
152 this comes all to the same thing, because in these Effects it is a Reproach to a People, as well as in itself. this comes all to the same thing, Because in these Effects it is a Reproach to a People, as well as in itself. d vvz d p-acp dt d n1, c-acp p-acp d n2 pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
153 Now what has been said upon both the parts of my Text, might abundantly confirm to you from God's dealing with Men in all Ages: Now what has been said upon both the parts of my Text, might abundantly confirm to you from God's dealing with Men in all Ages: av r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, vmd av-j vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp npg1 n-vvg p-acp n2 p-acp d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
154 And indeed it would be hard to find a Nation that has not been an Instance of the truth of it. And indeed it would be hard to find a nation that has not been an Instance of the truth of it. cc av pn31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vhz xx vbn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
155 God has at all times blessed a People, and made them prosperous so long as they continued faithful to him in those main Duties of Piety, Justice, God has At all times blessed a People, and made them prosperous so long as they continued faithful to him in those main Duties of Piety, justice, np1 vhz p-acp d n2 vvn dt n1, cc vvd pno32 j av av-j c-acp pns32 vvd j p-acp pno31 p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
156 and Temperance, as they are taught by the Law of Nature, where they had no better a Light to guide them; and Temperance, as they Are taught by the Law of Nature, where they had no better a Light to guide them; cc n1, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vhd dx jc dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
157 and on the contrary, when they degenerated from these Vertues, and sunk into a State of Impiety, Idleness, and on the contrary, when they degenerated from these Virtues, and sunk into a State of Impiety, Idleness, cc p-acp dt n-jn, c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp d n2, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
158 and Luxury, they have been conquer'd and ruin'd by a more sober and vertuous Nation, whom God had rais'd up to execute his Vengeance upon them. and Luxury, they have been conquered and ruined by a more Sobrium and virtuous nation, whom God had raised up to execute his Vengeance upon them. cc n1, pns32 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1, ro-crq np1 vhd vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
159 This has been so common a case in the World, that whosoever looks into History, will easily see that from these Causes have been all the great Revolutions of Empires and Kingdoms, even to this day. This has been so Common a case in the World, that whosoever looks into History, will Easily see that from these Causes have been all the great Revolutions of Empires and Kingdoms, even to this day. np1 vhz vbn av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst r-crq vvz p-acp n1, vmb av-j vvi cst p-acp d n2 vhb vbn d dt j n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, av p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
160 But I shall content myself with instancing particularly in the Case of the Jews, whose History deserves the greatest Regard from us, not only as it is very remarkable in itself, But I shall content myself with instancing particularly in the Case of the jews, whose History deserves the greatest Regard from us, not only as it is very remarkable in itself, p-acp pns11 vmb vvi px11 p-acp vvg av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, rg-crq n1 vvz dt js n1 p-acp pno12, xx av-j c-acp pn31 vbz av j p-acp px31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
161 but in that it is convey'd to us in Records of unquestionable Authority; but in that it is conveyed to us in Records of unquestionable authority; cc-acp p-acp cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n2 pp-f j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
162 we see therefore in the sacred History of that Nation, while they serv'd God in the days of Joshua, and of the Elders that outliv'd him, they were blessed, with constant Victories over their Enemies, we see Therefore in the sacred History of that nation, while they served God in the days of joshua, and of the Elders that outlived him, they were blessed, with constant Victories over their Enemies, pns12 vvb av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, cs pns32 vvd np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc pp-f dt n2-jn cst vvd pno31, pns32 vbdr vvn, p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
163 and enjoy'd the Fruits and Delights of a most fertile Country: and enjoyed the Fruits and Delights of a most fertile Country: cc vvd dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt av-ds j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
164 But when after this they tell from the Service of God, he gave them up to serve their Enemies that cruelly oppressed them. But when After this they tell from the Service of God, he gave them up to serve their Enemies that cruelly oppressed them. cc-acp c-crq p-acp d pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd pno32 a-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cst av-j vvd pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
165 And tho' he still deliver'd them upon their Repentance, yet as often as they revolted from him again, he reduc'd them to the same Misery; And though he still Delivered them upon their Repentance, yet as often as they revolted from him again, he reduced them to the same Misery; cc cs pns31 av vvd pno32 p-acp po32 n1, av c-acp av c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 av, pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
166 so that they endur'd many a long and severe Bondage under several neighbouring Princes and People, so that they endured many a long and severe Bondage under several neighbouring Princes and People, av cst pns32 vvd d dt j cc j n1 p-acp j j-vvg n2 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
167 as we read in the Book of Judges. And afterwards, so long as they were any thing mindful of their Duty to God, as we read in the Book of Judges. And afterwards, so long as they were any thing mindful of their Duty to God, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. cc av, av av-j c-acp pns32 vbdr d n1 j pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
168 and obey'd his Laws, he blessed them more then any People; and obeyed his Laws, he blessed them more then any People; cc vvd po31 n2, pns31 vvd pno32 av-dc cs d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
169 their Tribes were multiplied to a Miracle, and tho' the Land of their Residence was very small, their Tribes were multiplied to a Miracle, and though the Land of their Residence was very small, po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc cs dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbds av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
170 and unfit, one would think, to sustain so great a Multitude, yet they abounded continually with all manner of Provisions, notwithstanding every seventh Year they received not any Fruits from the Earth: and unfit, one would think, to sustain so great a Multitude, yet they abounded continually with all manner of Provisions, notwithstanding every seventh Year they received not any Fruits from the Earth: cc j, pi vmd vvi, pc-acp vvi av j dt n1, av pns32 vvd av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, c-acp d ord n1 pns32 vvd xx d n2 p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
171 And God inspired them with such Courage, and gave them such Successes in their Wars, that they became a Terrour to all Nations about them. And God inspired them with such Courage, and gave them such Successes in their Wars, that they became a Terror to all nations about them. cc np1 vvn pno32 p-acp d n1, cc vvd pno32 d n2 p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
172 But when they forget God their Saviour, who had done such great things for them, But when they forget God their Saviour, who had done such great things for them, p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb np1 po32 n1, r-crq vhd vdn d j n2 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
173 and fell into the practice of many foul Sins, they receiv'd from his hand one heavy Judgment after another, and fell into the practice of many foul Sins, they received from his hand one heavy Judgement After Another, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, pns32 vvd p-acp po31 n1 crd j n1 p-acp j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
174 and several times became a Prey to their Enemies, who led them into Captivity, first one part and then another; and several times became a Prey to their Enemies, who led them into Captivity, First one part and then Another; cc j n2 vvd dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vvd pno32 p-acp n1, ord crd n1 cc av j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
175 and at length, when to all their former Sins they had added the Crucifying of the Lord of Life, and Persecuting his Disciples, they were soon destroyed from being a Nation, and At length, when to all their former Sins they had added the Crucifying of the Lord of Life, and Persecuting his Disciples, they were soon destroyed from being a nation, cc p-acp n1, c-crq p-acp d po32 j n2 pns32 vhd vvn dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg po31 n2, pns32 vbdr av vvn p-acp vbg dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
176 and those small Remains that survived so great a Slaughter as was every-where made of them by the Romans, were scatter'd into many remote Parts of the World, and those small Remains that survived so great a Slaughter as was everywhere made of them by the Roman, were scattered into many remote Parts of the World, cc d j vvz cst vvd av j dt n1 a-acp vbds j vvn pp-f pno32 p-acp dt njp2, vbdr vvn p-acp d j n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
177 and are every-where a Byword and a Reproach unto this day. and Are everywhere a Byword and a Reproach unto this day. cc vbr j dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
178 All which fell out exactly according to what God had in many Ages foretold them by his Prophets, All which fell out exactly according to what God had in many Ages foretold them by his prophets, av-d r-crq vvd av av-j vvg p-acp r-crq np1 vhd p-acp d n2 vvd pno32 p-acp po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
179 and at last by our Blessed Saviour; and At last by our Blessed Saviour; cc p-acp ord p-acp po12 j-vvn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
180 and is also related by Josephus in his excellent History, who to the Story of that People in the Scriptures, has added a full and exact Account of their final Destruction, which in those sacred Writings was only foretold. and is also related by Josephus in his excellent History, who to the Story of that People in the Scriptures, has added a full and exact Account of their final Destruction, which in those sacred Writings was only foretold. cc vbz av vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 j n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n2, vhz vvn dt j cc j vvb pp-f po32 j n1, r-crq p-acp d j n2-vvg vbds av-j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
181 I proceed now to draw such Inferences from these Words as are most necessary, which in the general are but two; I proceed now to draw such Inferences from these Words as Are most necessary, which in the general Are but two; pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr ds j, r-crq p-acp dt n1 vbr p-acp crd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
182 the former relating to the latter part of my Text, and the other to both, under which I shall speak to several particulars: the former relating to the latter part of my Text, and the other to both, under which I shall speak to several particulars: dt j vvg p-acp dt d n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc dt n-jn p-acp d, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j n2-j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
183 1. If Sin be a Reproach to any People, then especially to such as have been best inform'd of their Duty, 1. If since be a Reproach to any People, then especially to such as have been best informed of their Duty, crd cs n1 vbb dt n1 p-acp d n1, av av-j p-acp d c-acp vhb vbn av-js vvn pp-f po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
184 and receiv'd the greatest Motives to be Righteous: and received the greatest Motives to be Righteous: cc vvd dt js n2 pc-acp vbi j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
185 Now of all Nations in the World, God has most abounded to us in both these Advantages: Now of all nations in the World, God has most abounded to us in both these Advantages: av pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1, np1 vhz av-js vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
186 The Gospel is most plainly and fully preached among us, and besides the Holy Scriptures, which are every-where to be read in our own Language, there so many excellent Practical Discourses for the explaining and applying those Sacred Oracles, that none who can either read or hear can pretend Ignorance of their Duty. The Gospel is most plainly and Fully preached among us, and beside the Holy Scriptures, which Are everywhere to be read in our own Language, there so many excellent Practical Discourses for the explaining and applying those Sacred Oracles, that none who can either read or hear can pretend Ignorance of their Duty. dt n1 vbz av-ds av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp pno12, cc p-acp dt j n2, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 d n1, a-acp av d j j n2 p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg d j n2, cst pix r-crq vmb d vvi cc vvi vmb vvi n1 pp-f po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
187 And as to our Motives to be Righteous, (to say nothing of the natural Advantages of our Country which are very great,) I must put you in mind of the great Deliverance of this Nation from the Darkness and Oppressions of Popery, And as to our Motives to be Righteous, (to say nothing of the natural Advantages of our Country which Are very great,) I must put you in mind of the great Deliverance of this nation from the Darkness and Oppressions of Popery, cc c-acp p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vbi j, (pc-acp vvi pix pp-f dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1 r-crq vbr av j,) pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
188 and from all the Attempts made to bring it back upon us for above Eighty Years together, with a constant Peace within our Borders, and from all the Attempts made to bring it back upon us for above Eighty years together, with a constant Peace within our Borders, cc p-acp d dt vvz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 av p-acp pno12 p-acp p-acp crd n2 av, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
189 and a Prosperity that was envied by our Neighbours during all that time. and a Prosperity that was envied by our Neighbours during all that time. cc dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp d cst n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
190 But when this would not make us fear God, and love one another, as became good Christians, our private Animosities were punished with a most Unnatural Intestine War, But when this would not make us Fear God, and love one Another, as became good Christians, our private Animosities were punished with a most Unnatural Intestine War, p-acp c-crq d vmd xx vvi pno12 vvi np1, cc vvb pi j-jn, c-acp vvd j np1, po12 j n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt av-ds j j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
191 and many Miseries that attended and follow'd it: and many Misery's that attended and followed it: cc d ng1 d vvd cc vvd pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
192 And when, after many Years, God had restored us to a flourishing State, and obliged us by new Favours to be faithful to him; And when, After many years, God had restored us to a flourishing State, and obliged us by new Favours to be faithful to him; cc c-crq, p-acp d n2, np1 vhd vvn pno12 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cc vvn pno12 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
193 seeing these had not those good Effects upon us as might be expected, he visited us with a dreadful Plague that very much depopulated the chief City of our Nation, seeing these had not those good Effects upon us as might be expected, he visited us with a dreadful Plague that very much depopulated the chief city of our nation, vvg d vhd xx d j n2 p-acp pno12 c-acp vmd vbi vvn, pns31 vvd pno12 p-acp dt j n1 cst av av-d vvn dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
194 and destroyed many thousands in other places; and destroyed many thousands in other places; cc vvd d crd p-acp j-jn n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
195 and soon after it, with a devouring Fire that laid the Glory of that City in Ashes, together with so many other Fires in the Kingdom within a few Years, and soon After it, with a devouring Fire that laid the Glory of that city in Ashes, together with so many other Fires in the Kingdom within a few years, cc av c-acp pn31, p-acp dt j-vvg n1 cst vvd dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n2, av p-acp av d j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
196 as perhaps had not been seen any where before in a time of Peace. as perhaps had not been seen any where before in a time of Peace. c-acp av vhd xx vbn vvn d c-crq c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
197 And about the same time God suffer'd us to be drawn into a War once and again, that was never like to be much for our Credit or Advantage. And about the same time God suffered us to be drawn into a War once and again, that was never like to be much for our Credit or Advantage. cc p-acp dt d n1 np1 vvd pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 a-acp cc av, cst vbds av-x j pc-acp vbi av-d p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
198 And during that Reign especially, Men were given up to so strange an Infatuation as to suffer themselves to be exasperated one against another upon very small Grounds, by the treacherous Insinuations of such Men as knew well enough what Advantages to expect from our Divisions: And during that Reign especially, Men were given up to so strange an Infatuation as to suffer themselves to be exasperated one against Another upon very small Grounds, by the treacherous Insinuations of such Men as knew well enough what Advantages to expect from our Divisions: cc p-acp cst vvi av-j, n2 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp av j dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi px32 pc-acp vbi vvn pi p-acp n-jn p-acp av j n2, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n2 c-acp vvd av av-d r-crq n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
199 But yet the Lord did not bring upon us the Desert of those Sins, nor deliver us into the Hands of those cruel Men that were for dividing us only that they might destroy us; But yet the Lord did not bring upon us the Desert of those Sins, nor deliver us into the Hands of those cruel Men that were for dividing us only that they might destroy us; cc-acp av dt n1 vdd xx vvi p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f d n2, ccx vvi pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n2 cst vbdr p-acp vvg pno12 av-j cst pns32 vmd vvi pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
200 but their Plots and Designs against us were discover'd, and prevented from time to time; and tho' they gather'd Strength and Interest nothwithstanding, thro' the Easiness of some amongst us, but their Plots and Designs against us were discovered, and prevented from time to time; and though they gathered Strength and Interest notwithstanding, through the Easiness of Some among us, cc-acp po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp pno12 vbdr vvn, cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1; cc cs pns32 vvd n1 cc n1 a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
201 and the Impotency of others, till at last they seem'd to have Power enough in their Hands to do their Business by open Force, and the Impotency of Others, till At last they seemed to have Power enough in their Hands to do their Business by open Force, cc dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, c-acp p-acp ord pns32 vvd pc-acp vhi n1 av-d p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vdi po32 n1 p-acp j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
202 and we saw ourselves with all our dearest Interests at the Brink of Ruine; and we saw ourselves with all our dearest Interests At the Brink of Ruin; cc pns12 vvd px12 p-acp d po12 js-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
203 and which might strike coldest to us of any thing, we could see nothing in all this, and which might strike Coldest to us of any thing, we could see nothing in all this, cc r-crq vmd vvi js-jn pc-acp pno12 pp-f d n1, pns12 vmd vvi pix p-acp d d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
204 but the Natural, or at least the Moral Effects of our own Doings; yet even at this time, when our Enemies were so confident of finishing their Work, but the Natural, or At least the Moral Effects of our own Doings; yet even At this time, when our Enemies were so confident of finishing their Work, cc-acp dt j, cc p-acp ds dt j n2 pp-f po12 d n2-vdg; av av p-acp d n1, c-crq po12 n2 vbdr av j pp-f vvg po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
205 and we had even given up ourselves for lost, as Men without Hope; and we had even given up ourselves for lost, as Men without Hope; cc pns12 vhd av vvn p-acp px12 p-acp n1, c-acp n2 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
206 our gracious God would not give us up too, tho' we had so much provoked him: our gracious God would not give us up too, though we had so much provoked him: po12 j np1 vmd xx vvi pno12 a-acp av, cs pns12 vhd av av-d vvn pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
207 As if he had the same Relentings for us, as for Israel of old, when he thus speaks by his Prophet Hosea, How shall I give thee up Ephraim? how shall I deliver thee Israel? how shall I make thee as Admah? how shall I set thee as Zeboim? Mine heart is turned within me, my repentings are kindled together, Hos. 11.8. And, blessed be his Name! As if he had the same Relentings for us, as for Israel of old, when he thus speaks by his Prophet Hosea, How shall I give thee up Ephraim? how shall I deliver thee Israel? how shall I make thee as Admah? how shall I Set thee as Zeboim? Mine heart is turned within me, my repentings Are kindled together, Hos. 11.8. And, blessed be his Name! c-acp cs pns31 vhd dt d n2-vvg p-acp pno12, c-acp p-acp np1 pp-f j, c-crq pns31 av vvz p-acp po31 n1 np1, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pno21 p-acp np1? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pno21 np1? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pno21 p-acp np1? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pno21 p-acp n1? dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11, po11 n2-vvg vbr vvn av, np1 crd. np1, j-vvn vbb po31 n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
208 we soon found the gracious Effects of such a Compassion, and by those many Wonders of Providence which made our late happy Revolution, we soon found the gracious Effects of such a Compassion, and by those many Wonders of Providence which made our late happy Revolution, pns12 av vvd dt j n2 pp-f d dt n1, cc p-acp d d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vvd po12 j j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
209 and the great Successes God has since given us, we find ourselves a free People, in the Enjoyment of our Properties and Religion, under the best temper'd Government in the World. and the great Successes God has since given us, we find ourselves a free People, in the Enjoyment of our Properties and Religion, under the best tempered Government in the World. cc dt j n2 np1 vhz p-acp vvn pno12, pns12 vvb px12 av j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n1, p-acp dt js vvd n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
210 And tho' the neighbouring Nations engaged in the same Cause with us, have endur'd all the dreadful Miseries of War, And though the neighbouring nations engaged in the same Cause with us, have endured all the dreadful Misery's of War, cc cs dt j-vvg n2 vvn p-acp dt d n1 p-acp pno12, vhb vvn d dt j ng1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
211 yet we have felt nothing of it (in the general) but the Payment of Taxes towards it; yet we have felt nothing of it (in the general) but the Payment of Taxes towards it; av pns12 vhb vvn pix pp-f pn31 (p-acp dt n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
212 which no good Man will grudge at, that knows they are the Price of our Estates, our Liberties, our Lives, which not good Man will grudge At, that knows they Are the Price of our Estates, our Liberties, our Lives, r-crq xx j n1 vmb vvi p-acp, cst vvz pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
213 and which is more than all our Religion. and which is more than all our Religion. cc r-crq vbz av-dc cs d po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
214 Now after all that is come upon us for our evil Deeds, (as Ezra speaks) seeing that our God hath punished us less then our Iniquities deserve, Now After all that is come upon us for our evil deeds, (as Ezra speaks) seeing that our God hath punished us less then our Iniquities deserve, av p-acp d cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 j-jn n2, (c-acp np1 vvz) vvg cst po12 np1 vhz vvn pno12 av-dc cs po12 n2 vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
215 and has given us such a Deliverance as this, should we again break his Commandments, would he not be angry with us till he had, consum'd us, and has given us such a Deliverance as this, should we again break his commandments, would he not be angry with us till he had, consumed us, cc vhz vvn pno12 d dt n1 c-acp d, vmd pns12 av vvi po31 n2, vmd pns31 xx vbi j p-acp pno12 c-acp pns31 vhd, vvn pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
216 so that there should be no Remnant nor Escaping? You see therefore what Motives we have to depart from Sin, and embrace Righteousness. so that there should be no Remnant nor Escaping? You see Therefore what Motives we have to depart from since, and embrace Righteousness. av cst a-acp vmd vbi dx n1 ccx vvg? pn22 vvb av q-crq n2 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc vvi n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
217 God has continually enrich'd us with his Mercies; God has continually enriched us with his mercies; np1 vhz av-j vvn pno12 p-acp po31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
218 he has exercis'd great Patience towards us, and wrought many wonderful Deliverances for us, notwithstanding our heinous Sins and Rebellions against him; he has exercised great Patience towards us, and wrought many wondered Deliverances for us, notwithstanding our heinous Sins and Rebellions against him; pns31 vhz vvn j n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvd d j n2 p-acp pno12, c-acp po12 j n2 cc n2 p-acp pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
219 he has also executed some Judgments upon us, and threatned us with more amt greater yet, he has also executed Some Judgments upon us, and threatened us with more amt greater yet, pns31 vhz av vvn d n2 p-acp pno12, cc vvd pno12 p-acp n1 vvd jc av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
220 if we do not return to him: Yea, we have Motives from our very Sins; for is it not yet enough that we have transgress'd the Laws of our God, if we do not return to him: Yea, we have Motives from our very Sins; for is it not yet enough that we have transgressed the Laws of our God, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp pno31: uh, pns12 vhb n2 p-acp po12 j n2; p-acp vbz pn31 xx av av-d cst pns12 vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
221 and rebell'd against him? Hath the Lord often repented of the Evil be threatned us with? And shall not we yet repent of our evil Temper and Practices against him? Certainly it is high time, and rebelled against him? Hath the Lord often repented of the Evil be threatened us with? And shall not we yet Repent of our evil Temper and Practices against him? Certainly it is high time, cc vvd p-acp pno31? vhz dt n1 av vvd pp-f dt j-jn vbi vvn pno12 p-acp? cc vmb xx pns12 av vvi pp-f po12 n-jn vvi cc n2 p-acp pno31? av-j pn31 vbz j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
222 after so long a Defection, to return to ourselves, and to our God. After so long a Defection, to return to ourselves, and to our God. c-acp av j dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp px12, cc p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
223 And does trot the present State of our Affairs too loudly call for it? God still gives usVictories, And does trot the present State of our Affairs too loudly call for it? God still gives usVictories, cc vdz vvi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 av av-j vvi p-acp pn31? np1 av vvz n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
224 but yet the finishing part of our Happiness is kept in suspence, which upon a sincere Reformation of our Lives, we may hope for: but yet the finishing part of our Happiness is kept in suspense, which upon a sincere Reformation of our Lives, we may hope for: cc-acp av dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, r-crq p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
225 but if we come short of this, we shall not onely (in all likelihood) prevent such a Blessing, but if we come short of this, we shall not only (in all likelihood) prevent such a Blessing, cc-acp cs pns12 vvb j pp-f d, pns12 vmb xx av-j (p-acp d n1) vvb d dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
226 but lose the Advantages he has already given us, and become a Prey to the Malice and Fury of the worst Men in the World: but loose the Advantages he has already given us, and become a Prey to the Malice and Fury of the worst Men in the World: cc-acp vvb dt n2 pns31 vhz av vvn pno12, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt js n2 p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
227 And would not this be an indelible Reproach to such a People as we are, that of all Nations in the World should best understand our Duty to God, And would not this be an indelible Reproach to such a People as we Are, that of all nations in the World should best understand our Duty to God, cc vmd xx d vbi dt j n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns12 vbr, cst pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 vmd av-js vvi po12 n1 p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
228 and have more Obligations to do it than any others? and have more Obligations to do it than any Others? cc vhb dc n2 pc-acp vdi pn31 cs d n2-jn? (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
229 2. From both the parts of my Text we see how much it lies upon us to depart from Sin, and to do Righteousness: 2. From both the parts of my Text we see how much it lies upon us to depart from since, and to do Righteousness: crd p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 pns12 vvb c-crq av-d pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vdi n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
230 And that I may use the fittest way to perswade you to it, I shall, 1. Apply myself particularly to several Ranks and Orders of Men in the Nation, of which some are here present. 2. Speak to all in general. 3. Conclude with what concerns the Business of this time, And that I may use the Fittest Way to persuade you to it, I shall, 1. Apply myself particularly to several Ranks and Order of Men in the nation, of which Some Are Here present. 2. Speak to all in general. 3. Conclude with what concerns the Business of this time, cc cst pns11 vmb vvi dt js n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp pn31, pns11 vmb, crd np1 px11 av-j p-acp j n2 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, pp-f r-crq d vbr av j. crd vvb p-acp d p-acp n1. crd vvb p-acp r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
231 and the present Occasion of our meeting together. and the present Occasion of our meeting together. cc dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
232 1. I shall apply myself particularly to several Ranks and Orders of Men in the Nation, namely, Magistrates, Ministers, and Gentlemen. 1. I shall apply myself particularly to several Ranks and Order of Men in the nation, namely, Magistrates, Ministers, and Gentlemen. crd pns11 vmb vvi px11 av-j p-acp j n2 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, av, n2, n2, cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
233 1. I shall with all that Humility and Respect that becomes me, address myself to Magistrates, 1. I shall with all that Humility and Respect that becomes me, address myself to Magistrates, crd pns11 vmb p-acp d cst n1 cc n1 cst vvz pno11, vvb px11 pc-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
234 whether in an higher or a lower Station, and desire you would be pleas'd to consider how much the Honour of your Places, the Trust reposed in you by Almighty God, whither in an higher or a lower Station, and desire you would be pleased to Consider how much the Honour of your Places, the Trust reposed in you by Almighty God, cs p-acp dt jc cc dt jc n1, cc vvb pn22 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi c-crq av-d dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, dt n1 vvd p-acp pn22 p-acp j-jn np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
235 and the Princes he has set over us, and the just Expectations of all good Men do require that ye should be Righteous, both in your Persons and in your Office. and the Princes he has Set over us, and the just Expectations of all good Men do require that you should be Righteous, both in your Persons and in your Office. cc dt n2 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, cc dt j n2 pp-f d j n2 vdb vvi cst pn22 vmd vbi j, av-d p-acp po22 n2 cc p-acp po22 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
236 When Jethro advis'd Moses to chuse Magistrates under him, to assist him in Judging the People, he mentions the necessary Qualifications of such Men, Exod. 18.21. Able men, such as fear God, men of truth, hating covetousness. When Jethro advised Moses to choose Magistrates under him, to assist him in Judging the People, he mentions the necessary Qualifications of such Men, Exod 18.21. Able men, such as Fear God, men of truth, hating covetousness. c-crq np1 vvn np1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp vvg dt n1, pns31 n2 dt j n2 pp-f d n2, np1 crd. j n2, d c-acp n1 np1, n2 pp-f n1, vvg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
237 And when Moses speaks to the People about this Matter, a little before his Death, Deut. 1.13. he gives another part of the Character of these Persons, namely, Wise men and understanding, and known among the tribes. And when Moses speaks to the People about this Matter, a little before his Death, Deuteronomy 1.13. he gives Another part of the Character of these Persons, namely, Wise men and understanding, and known among the tribes. cc c-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, dt j p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvz j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2, av, j n2 cc n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
238 Magistrates therefore ought to be wise Men, whose Capacity and Knowledge is above the common Rate, who having furnished their Minds with the best Rules and Nations, are able to penetrate doubtful and difficult Causes, Magistrates Therefore ought to be wise Men, whose Capacity and Knowledge is above the Common Rate, who having furnished their Minds with the best Rules and nations, Are able to penetrate doubtful and difficult Causes, n2 av vmd p-acp vbi j n2, rg-crq n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp dt j vvb, r-crq vhg vvn po32 n2 p-acp dt js n2 cc n2, vbr j pc-acp vvi j cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
239 and discover Wickedness under all those Disguises by which it is shelter'd from common Observation: and discover Wickedness under all those Disguises by which it is sheltered from Common Observation: cc vvi n1 p-acp d d n2 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
240 And to this Wisdom must be added Understanding too, that is, Prudence, (in the fence of the Original) not such as would direct them to consult their own Safety, rather then execute Justice when their persons or Estates may be in danger by it, (for this is a base Craft that undermines and betrays a Nation, And to this Wisdom must be added Understanding too, that is, Prudence, (in the fence of the Original) not such as would Direct them to consult their own Safety, rather then execute justice when their Persons or Estates may be in danger by it, (for this is a base Craft that undermines and betrays a nation, cc p-acp d n1 vmb vbi vvn n1 av, cst vbz, n1, (p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn) xx d c-acp vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 d n1, av-c cs vvi n1 c-crq po32 n2 cc n2 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, (c-acp d vbz dt j n1 cst vvz cc vvz dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
241 and therefore deserves not the name of Prudence) but that which enables Magistrates to judge of particular Cases with relation to Times, Persons, &c. and to do every part of their Duty with such necessary Precautions as may best serve the ends of it. and Therefore deserves not the name of Prudence) but that which enables Magistrates to judge of particular Cases with Relation to Times, Persons, etc. and to do every part of their Duty with such necessary Precautions as may best serve the ends of it. cc av vvz xx dt n1 pp-f n1) cc-acp cst r-crq vvz n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n2, n2, av cc pc-acp vdi d n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d j n2 c-acp vmb av-js vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
242 Then they must be able Men, that is vertuous, (in the Original) or more particularly Men of Valour and Courage, which is always necessary to a Magistrate, That he may break the jaws of the Wicked, (as Job speaks Chap. 29.17) and pluck the spoil out of his teeth: Then they must be able Men, that is virtuous, (in the Original) or more particularly Men of Valour and Courage, which is always necessary to a Magistrate, That he may break the Jaws of the Wicked, (as Job speaks Chap. 29.17) and pluck the spoil out of his teeth: cs pns32 vmb vbi j n2, cst vbz j, (p-acp dt j-jn) cc av-dc av-j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz av j p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, (c-acp n1 vvz np1 crd) cc vvi dt n1 av pp-f po31 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
243 That is, deliver them that fusser under the cruel Oppressor, how powerful soever, and execute Judgment on the proudest and most prosperous Offender. That is, deliver them that fusser under the cruel Oppressor, how powerful soever, and execute Judgement on the proudest and most prosperous Offender. cst vbz, vvb pno32 d n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq j av, cc vvi n1 p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
244 To this must be added the Fear of God, which is to direct and govern them in all their Actions, wherein they are to have respect rather to God then Man, To this must be added the fear of God, which is to Direct and govern them in all their Actions, wherein they Are to have respect rather to God then Man, p-acp d vmb vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp d po32 n2, c-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vhi n1 av-c p-acp np1 cs n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
245 and to his Will and Honour, then to any Temporal Considerations. and to his Will and Honour, then to any Temporal Considerations. cc p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, av p-acp d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
246 And then they will be Men of Truth too, that is of Justice, (as in the Septuagint Version) for Truth is a branch of Justice, And then they will be Men of Truth too, that is of justice, (as in the septuagint Version) for Truth is a branch of justice, cc av pns32 vmb vbi n2 pp-f n1 av, cst vbz pp-f n1, (c-acp p-acp dt n1 np1) p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
247 and this, in every part, has so near a Resemblance to Truth, that it may well enough be call'd by that name. and this, in every part, has so near a Resemblance to Truth, that it may well enough be called by that name. cc d, p-acp d n1, vhz av av-j dt n1 p-acp n1, cst pn31 vmb av av-d vbb vvn p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
248 To this is added hating Covetousness, (which indeed the former parts of the Character do necessarily infer,) and without this it is hard to imagine how they should have either Justice or Courage enough to do their Duty in any tolerable measure, To this is added hating Covetousness, (which indeed the former parts of the Character do necessarily infer,) and without this it is hard to imagine how they should have either justice or Courage enough to do their Duty in any tolerable measure, p-acp d vbz vvn vvg n1, (r-crq av dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb av-j vvi,) cc p-acp d pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vmd vhi d n1 cc n1 av-d pc-acp vdi po32 n1 p-acp d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
249 and to be sure the Fear of God would be far from them: and to be sure the fear of God would be Far from them: cc pc-acp vbi av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi av-j p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
250 the very name of covetousness is so provoking to one that has any sparks of Generosity, that it is hard for him to mention it without the sharpest Invectives: the very name of covetousness is so provoking to one that has any sparks of Generosity, that it is hard for him to mention it without the Sharpest Invectives: dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvg p-acp pi cst vhz d n2 pp-f n1, cst pn31 vbz j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt js n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
251 He that can stoop to such a Lust as this, is not sit to be trusted with any Business of moment, He that can stoop to such a Lust as this, is not fit to be trusted with any Business of moment, pns31 cst vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d, vbz xx j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
252 for his Soul is not capable of those noble Thoughts and Resolutions that make Men honest and faithful to their Trust; for his Soul is not capable of those noble Thoughts and Resolutions that make Men honest and faithful to their Trust; p-acp po31 n1 vbz xx j pp-f d j n2 cc n2 cst vvb n2 j cc j p-acp po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
253 and that greater Affection he bears to his little Deities, will easily bring him off from the weaker Ties of Friendship or Loyalty; and that greater Affection he bears to his little Deities, will Easily bring him off from the Weaker Ties of Friendship or Loyalty; cc d jc n1 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 j n2, vmb av-j vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
254 so that whenever there shall arise a Competition between them, his nearest Friends, his Prince, and his Country, must become a Sacrifice to his private Interest. so that whenever there shall arise a Competition between them, his nearest Friends, his Prince, and his Country, must become a Sacrifice to his private Interest. av cst av a-acp vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, po31 js n2, po31 n1, cc po31 n1, vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
255 He therefore that loves himself at that rate, as to be an Enemy to Mankind, is very unfit to be a Magistrate; He Therefore that loves himself At that rate, as to be an Enemy to Mankind, is very unfit to be a Magistrate; pns31 av cst vvz px31 p-acp d n1, c-acp pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp n1, vbz av j pc-acp vbi dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
256 for every little prospect of Gain will pervert his Judgment, and make him overthrow the Cause he should maintain. for every little prospect of Gain will pervert his Judgement, and make him overthrow the Cause he should maintain. p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc vvi pno31 vvi dt n1 pns31 vmd vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
257 To conclude the Character, Magistrates should be known among the People: To conclude the Character, Magistrates should be known among the People: p-acp vvi dt n1, n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
258 Not such (ordinarily) as have liv'd in Obscurity, (tho' some of them may be excellent Persons too,) but Men that have more appear'd in the World, Not such (ordinarily) as have lived in Obscurity, (though Some of them may be excellent Persons too,) but Men that have more appeared in the World, xx d (av-j) c-acp vhi vvd p-acp n1, (cs d pp-f pno32 vmb vbi j n2 av,) p-acp n2 cst vhb dc vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
259 because such as they have liv'd in the Observation of publick Business, and are therefore fitter for it. Because such as they have lived in the Observation of public Business, and Are Therefore fitter for it. c-acp d c-acp pns32 vhb vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc vbr av jc c-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
260 This is requisite also for the greater Assurance of their Vertues, and the fuller Satisfaction of those that come to them for Justice, who will the more readily acquiesce in their Determinations. This is requisite also for the greater Assurance of their Virtues, and the fuller Satisfaction of those that come to them for justice, who will the more readily acquiesce in their Determinations. d vbz j av p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt jc n1 pp-f d cst vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, r-crq vmb dt av-dc av-j vvi p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
261 Every Magistrate therefore is to be a Person of Wisdom and Prudence, of Vertue and Courage, one that fears God, a Man of Truth, hating Covetousness, Every Magistrate Therefore is to be a Person of Wisdom and Prudence, of Virtue and Courage, one that fears God, a Man of Truth, hating Covetousness, np1 n1 av vbz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1, pi cst vvz np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
262 and that is known among the People. and that is known among the People. cc d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
263 Hoping therefore that I speak to Men of these Qualifications, with such other particular Vertues as are consequent to the Fear of God, I do, with the greater Encouragement, beseech you to execute Righteousness, with all that Wisdom, Courage, Hoping Therefore that I speak to Men of these Qualifications, with such other particular Virtues as Are consequent to the fear of God, I do, with the greater Encouragement, beseech you to execute Righteousness, with all that Wisdom, Courage, vvg av cst pns11 vvb p-acp n2 pp-f d n2, p-acp d j-jn j n2 c-acp vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vdb, p-acp dt jc n1, vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi n1, p-acp d cst n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
264 and Zeal which is necessary, (especially at such a time as this) according to the Will of God, and Zeal which is necessary, (especially At such a time as this) according to the Will of God, cc n1 r-crq vbz j, (av-j p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d) p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
265 and the wholsom a Laws of the Nation: and the wholesome a Laws of the nation: cc dt j dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
266 You are both the Eyes and Hands of our dread Sovereigns, to find out and punish Transgressors: You Are both the Eyes and Hands of our dread Sovereigns, to find out and Punish Transgressors: pn22 vbr d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 j n2-jn, pc-acp vvi av cc vvi n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
267 and which is more, ye are the Deputies of God himself, (and therefore call'd Gods in the Holy Scriptures, Psal 82.1, 6.) and in his place and stead are to execute Judgement upon Earth: and which is more, you Are the Deputies of God himself, (and Therefore called God's in the Holy Scriptures, Psalm 82.1, 6.) and in his place and stead Are to execute Judgement upon Earth: cc r-crq vbz av-dc, pn22 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 px31, (cc av vvd n2 p-acp dt j n2, np1 crd, crd) cc p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vbr pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
268 Which is necessary not only for the Discharge of a good Conscience in yourselves, and the suppressing of such Sins as are naturally injurious to the Nation, Which is necessary not only for the Discharge of a good Conscience in yourselves, and the suppressing of such Sins as Are naturally injurious to the nation, r-crq vbz j xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp px22, cc dt vvg pp-f d n2 c-acp vbr av-j j p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
269 but also to prevent God's Judgments upon it; but also to prevent God's Judgments upon it; cc-acp av pc-acp vvi npg1 n2 p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
270 for he is not wont to punish a People himself, till Sins that are committed by some are conniv'd at by others, for he is not wont to Punish a People himself, till Sins that Are committed by Some Are connived At by Others, c-acp pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 px31, c-acp n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp d vbr vvd p-acp p-acp n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
271 and the hand of the Magistrate is slack in doing Justice upon the Guilty; For what is said of Murder Numb. 35.33. The land cannot be cleansed of the blood that is shed therein, but by the blood of him that shed it; and the hand of the Magistrate is slack in doing justice upon the Guilty; For what is said of Murder Numb. 35.33. The land cannot be cleansed of the blood that is shed therein, but by the blood of him that shed it; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j p-acp vdg n1 p-acp dt j; c-acp q-crq vbz vvn pp-f n1 j. crd. dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 cst vbz vvn av, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
272 is a Rule to us also in respect of other Sins, according to their several Aggravations, is a Rule to us also in respect of other Sins, according to their several Aggravations, vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12 av p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n2, vvg p-acp po32 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
273 and the Punishments due to them. The Land contracts Guilt and Defilement from all heinous and open Sins of particular Persons, and the Punishments due to them. The Land contracts Gilded and Defilement from all heinous and open Sins of particular Persons, cc dt n2 j-jn p-acp pno32. dt n1 vvz j-vvn cc n1 p-acp d j cc j n2 pp-f j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
274 if they are not duly punish'd by those that are authorized to do it: if they Are not duly punished by those that Are authorized to do it: cs pns32 vbr xx av-jn vvn p-acp d cst vbr vvn pc-acp vdi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
275 And because a Nation, as such, cannot receive Punishment in another World, God will, sooner or later, visit them with his Judgments in this: And Because a nation, as such, cannot receive Punishment in Another World, God will, sooner or later, visit them with his Judgments in this: cc c-acp dt n1, c-acp d, vmbx vvi n1 p-acp j-jn n1, np1 vmb, av-c cc jc, vvb pno32 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
276 and nothing can prevent him, but a seasonable Distribution of Justice by his Vice-gerents, and a Reformation among the People. and nothing can prevent him, but a seasonable Distribution of justice by his Vicegerents, and a Reformation among the People. cc pix vmb vvi pno31, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
277 When Judah were guilty of many Sins, that were too generally allow'd amongst them, such as Idolatry, Fornication, Adultery, Deceit, &c. with a Remission of Justice also, (as might well be suppos'd in so general a Corruption among the People,) and God threatned them no less then three times by the Prophet Jeremiah in these emphatical words, Shall not I visit for these things, saith the Lord? And shall not my soul be aveng'd on such a nation as this? As if he challeng'd the whole World to object against the necessity of it: When Judah were guilty of many Sins, that were too generally allowed among them, such as Idolatry, Fornication, Adultery, Deceit, etc. with a Remission of justice also, (as might well be supposed in so general a Corruption among the People,) and God threatened them no less then three times by the Prophet Jeremiah in these emphatical words, Shall not I visit for these things, Says the Lord? And shall not my soul be avenged on such a Nation as this? As if he challenged the Whole World to Object against the necessity of it: c-crq np1 vbdr j pp-f d n2, cst vbdr av av-j vvn p-acp pno32, d c-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av, (c-acp n1 av vbi vvn p-acp av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1,) cc np1 vvd pno32 av-dx dc cs crd n2 p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp d j n2, vmb xx pns11 vvi p-acp d n2, vvz dt n1? cc vmb xx po11 n1 vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d? c-acp cs pns31 vvd dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
278 Yet he promises at the same time, it there could be found a Man in Jerusalem that executed Judgment, he would pardon it, Jer. 5.1. Yet he promises At the same time, it there could be found a Man in Jerusalem that executed Judgement, he would pardon it, Jer. 5.1. av pns31 vvz p-acp dt d n1, pn31 a-acp vmd vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp np1 cst vvd n1, pns31 vmd vvi pn31, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
279 Yea, when the Wrath of God has already exerted itself upon a People, this will put a stop to the Effects of it. Yea, when the Wrath of God has already exerted itself upon a People, this will put a stop to the Effects of it. uh, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz av vvn px31 p-acp dt n1, d vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
280 Thus when Israel for their Idolatry, and Whoredom• with the Daughters of Moab, had a Plague sent among them, which together with some that were slain with the Sword, destroyed twenty four thousands of the People; Thus when Israel for their Idolatry, and Whoredom• with the Daughters of Moab, had a Plague sent among them, which together with Some that were slave with the Sword, destroyed twenty four thousands of the People; av c-crq np1 p-acp po32 n1, cc np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vhd dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32, r-crq av p-acp d cst vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, vvd crd crd crd pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
281 and the brays and heroick Phineas seeing a great Man of the Israelites bring the Daughter of a Midianitish Prince to his Tear, in the face of the Congregation, that were now weeping for their Sins, and the Anger of God that was broken out upon them, took a Javelin in his hand, and the brays and heroic Phinehas seeing a great Man of the Israelites bring the Daughter of a Midianitish Prince to his Tear, in the face of the Congregation, that were now weeping for their Sins, and the Anger of God that was broken out upon them, took a Javelin in his hand, cc dt vvz cc j np1 vvg dt j n1 pp-f dt np1 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt jp n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbdr av vvg p-acp po32 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbds vvn av p-acp pno32, vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
282 and slew them both together in the Act of Sin: and slew them both together in the Act of since: cc vvd pno32 d av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
283 Immediately upon this Execution, the Plague was staid, and God so pleas'd with Phineas for it, that he gave unto him the Covenant of an Everlasting Priesthood, Immediately upon this Execution, the Plague was stayed, and God so pleased with Phinehas for it, that he gave unto him the Covenant of an Everlasting Priesthood, av-j p-acp d n1, dt n1 vbds vvn, cc np1 av vvn p-acp np1 p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
284 and caused this to be register'd to his Honour in all after Ages, Num. 25. He was indeed possess'd of a great Zeal for God, that made him despise the Dangers he incur'd by this worthy Act, which would certainly procure him very powerful Enemies. and caused this to be registered to his Honour in all After Ages, Num. 25. He was indeed possessed of a great Zeal for God, that made him despise the Dangers he incurred by this worthy Act, which would Certainly procure him very powerful Enemies. cc vvd d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d c-acp n2, np1 crd pns31 vbds av vvn pp-f dt j n1 p-acp np1, cst vvd pno31 vvi dt n2 pns31 vvn p-acp d j n1, r-crq vmd av-j vvi pno31 av j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
285 But God does usually protect his Servants in doing his own Work, and preserve them afterwards notwithstanding all the efforts of Malice and Revenge against them: But God does usually Pact his Servants in doing his own Work, and preserve them afterwards notwithstanding all the efforts of Malice and Revenge against them: p-acp np1 vdz av-j vvi po31 n2 p-acp vdg png31 d n1, cc vvi pno32 av p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
286 Now tho' Phineas was no Magistrate, yet at this time he did the part of one, and by an extraordinary Commission; Now though Phinehas was no Magistrate, yet At this time he did the part of one, and by an extraordinary Commission; av cs np1 vbds dx n1, av p-acp d n1 pns31 vdd dt n1 pp-f crd, cc p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
287 he is therefore a great Example to such, so far as they can imitate him in a regular way. he is Therefore a great Exampl to such, so Far as they can imitate him in a regular Way. pns31 vbz av dt j n1 p-acp d, av av-j c-acp pns32 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
288 But when they forbear to do it, God will take the matter into his own hand, But when they forbear to do it, God will take the matter into his own hand, p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vdi pn31, np1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
289 and vindicate his Justice by some terrible Effects of it upon a Nation: and vindicate his justice by Some terrible Effects of it upon a nation: cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
290 Therefore when the Psalmist complains that the Gods upon Earth would not do Justice, he calls upon the God of Heaven to judge the Earth, Psal. 82.2, 8. But that the Prophets and righteous Men in this Nation may not have cause to do so too by your Default, I do again renew my humble Request to you, that you would endeavour to exalt the Nation by such an Execution of Righteousness as is requir'd of you: Therefore when the Psalmist complains that the God's upon Earth would not do justice, he calls upon the God of Heaven to judge the Earth, Psalm 82.2, 8. But that the prophets and righteous Men in this nation may not have cause to do so too by your Default, I do again renew my humble Request to you, that you would endeavour to exalt the nation by such an Execution of Righteousness as is required of you: av c-crq dt n1 vvz cst dt n2 p-acp n1 vmd xx vdi n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, np1 crd, crd p-acp cst dt n2 cc j n2 p-acp d n1 vmb xx vhi n1 pc-acp vdi av av p-acp po22 n1, pns11 vdb av vvi po11 j n1 p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp vbz vvn pp-f pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
291 And for your farther Encouragement in this matter, be pleased to consider that God has done his part for us, in a most gracious manner, in delivering us from the hand of our Enemies, And for your farther Encouragement in this matter, be pleased to Consider that God has done his part for us, in a most gracious manner, in delivering us from the hand of our Enemies, cc p-acp po22 jc n1 p-acp d n1, vbb vvn pc-acp vvi cst np1 vhz vdn po31 n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp dt av-ds j n1, p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
292 when we saw ourselves very near Destruction; and ever since has gone on to perfect our Deliverance. when we saw ourselves very near Destruction; and ever since has gone on to perfect our Deliverance. c-crq pns12 vvd px12 av j n1; cc av c-acp vhz vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
293 The Princes whom God in much Mercy has set over us, have done their parts too, not only in setting us such Examples of Righteousness as are very rare in the World, especially in so eminent a Station; The Princes whom God in much Mercy has Set over us, have done their parts too, not only in setting us such Examples of Righteousness as Are very rare in the World, especially in so eminent a Station; dt n2 r-crq np1 p-acp d n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, vhb vdn po32 n2 av, xx av-j p-acp vvg pno12 d n2 pp-f n1 c-acp vbr av j p-acp dt n1, av-j p-acp av j dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
294 but in publishing strict Proclamations for the Punishment of Vice, in requiring Ministers to preach earnestly against it, but in publishing strict Proclamations for the Punishment of Vice, in requiring Ministers to preach earnestly against it, cc-acp p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg n2 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
295 and read those Statutes to their People that were made for the suppressing of it, and read those Statutes to their People that were made for the suppressing of it, cc vvb d n2 p-acp po32 n1 cst vbdr vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
296 and in giving a particular Charge to Magistrates under them, to execute the Laws upon Offenders. and in giving a particular Charge to Magistrates under them, to execute the Laws upon Offenders. cc p-acp vvg dt j n1 p-acp n2 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
297 The faithful Servants of God in the Nation of all Ranks, have, in a great measure done their parts also, in sincere Humiliations for the Sins of the Nation, The faithful Servants of God in the nation of all Ranks, have, in a great measure done their parts also, in sincere Humiliations for the Sins of the nation, dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, vhb, p-acp dt j n1 vdn po32 n2 av, p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
298 and praying to Almighty God to reform us, and avert his Judgments from us; and praying to Almighty God to reform us, and avert his Judgments from us; cc vvg p-acp j-jn np1 pc-acp vvi pno12, cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
299 and in order to it, to inspire Magistrates with those generous and holy Resolutions which are necessary to accomplish so great a Work: and in order to it, to inspire Magistrates with those generous and holy Resolutions which Are necessary to accomplish so great a Work: cc p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d j cc j n2 r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi av j dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
300 And I cannot but say you have such an Opportunity before you of carrying on a great Reformation in the Kingdom, And I cannot but say you have such an Opportunity before you of carrying on a great Reformation in the Kingdom, cc pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi pn22 vhb d dt n1 p-acp pn22 pp-f vvg p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
301 as both the present and future Ages will for ever praise God for, so long as there shall be any Piety in the World, as both the present and future Ages will for ever praise God for, so long as there shall be any Piety in the World, c-acp d dt j cc j-jn n2 vmb p-acp av n1 np1 p-acp, av av-j c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi d n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
302 and will raise to yourselves a lasting Monument of Honour, if you zealously embrace it. and will raise to yourselves a lasting Monument of Honour, if you zealously embrace it. cc vmb vvi p-acp px22 dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1, cs pn22 av-j vvb pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
303 2. I shall in the next place apply myself to Ministers, and humbly recommend to their Consideration the present State of the Church of Christ among us; 2. I shall in the next place apply myself to Ministers, and humbly recommend to their Consideration the present State of the Church of christ among us; crd pns11 vmb p-acp dt ord n1 vvi px11 pc-acp n2, cc av-j vvi p-acp po32 n1 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
304 my Brethren, the Souls of the Nation are committed to our Charge; my Brothers, the Souls of the nation Are committed to our Charge; po11 n2, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
305 and tho' the Credit of the Ministry is grown so low, (thro' the Iniquity of the Times, and though the Credit of the Ministry is grown so low, (through the Iniquity of the Times, cc cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn av av-j, (p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
306 and the unhappy Divisions that have been in the Kingdom,) that we have not so great an Advantage, and the unhappy Divisions that have been in the Kingdom,) that we have not so great an Advantage, cc dt j n2 cst vhb vbn p-acp dt n1,) cst pns12 vhb xx av j dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
307 as Ministers generally have in other Nations, to perswade People to be Religious, either by our Lives or Exhortations; as Ministers generally have in other nations, to persuade People to be Religious, either by our Lives or Exhortations; c-acp n2 av-j vhb p-acp j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vbi j, av-d p-acp po12 n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
308 yet if a general Care were taken among us to do what we can, it would certainly produce considerable Effects in reforming our People. yet if a general Care were taken among us to do what we can, it would Certainly produce considerable Effects in reforming our People. av cs dt j n1 vbdr vvn p-acp pno12 pc-acp vdi r-crq pns12 vmb, pn31 vmd av-j vvi j n2 p-acp vvg po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
309 And what so glorious a Work can we ever be employ'd in, as a sincere and constant Endeavour to win Souls to God, And what so glorious a Work can we ever be employed in, as a sincere and constant Endeavour to win Souls to God, cc q-crq av j dt n1 vmb pns12 av vbi vvd p-acp, c-acp dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
310 and exalt the Nation in that Righteousness which will exalt it in all other respects? We have often had Debates amongst ourselves, and exalt the nation in that Righteousness which will exalt it in all other respects? We have often had Debates among ourselves, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d j-jn n2? pns12 vhb av vhd n2 p-acp px12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
311 and with Ministers of other Churches about the uniting all good Protestants among us into one National Church: and with Ministers of other Churches about the uniting all good Protestants among us into one National Church: cc p-acp n2 pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp dt n-vvg d j n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp crd j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
312 a Blessing which one would think a good Christian, should not only part with a few indifferent things in the outward Constitution of a Church, a Blessing which one would think a good Christian, should not only part with a few indifferent things in the outward Constitution of a Church, dt n1 r-crq pi vmd vvi dt j njp, vmd xx av-j vvi p-acp dt d j n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
313 but with his own Blood also to purchase, if that would do it. but with his own Blood also to purchase, if that would do it. cc-acp p-acp po31 d n1 av pc-acp vvi, cs d vmd vdi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
314 The Atheism, Prophaneness, Envy, Strife, Hatred, and other horrid Sins that are very much occasion'd and shelter'd by our Divisions, should provoke the Zeal of all good Men in every Party to offer what they can towards an Union: The Atheism, Profaneness, Envy, Strife, Hatred, and other horrid Sins that Are very much occasioned and sheltered by our Divisions, should provoke the Zeal of all good Men in every Party to offer what they can towards an union: dt n1, n1, n1, n1, np1-n, cc j-jn j n2 cst vbr av av-d vvn cc vvn p-acp po12 n2, vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vmb p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
315 But this is chiefly the Concern of Ministers; But this is chiefly the Concern of Ministers; cc-acp d vbz av-jn dt vvi pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
316 and as our Superiours appear well dispos'd to so good a Work, I desire we may contribute what is in our Power also towards it: and as our Superiors appear well disposed to so good a Work, I desire we may contribute what is in our Power also towards it: cc c-acp po12 n2-jn vvb av vvn p-acp av j dt n1, pns11 vvb pns12 vmb vvi r-crq vbz p-acp po12 n1 av p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
317 And if I mistake not, there is a means to be used by us, which will mightily facilitate the matter, And if I mistake not, there is a means to be used by us, which will mightily facilitate the matter, cc cs pns11 vvb xx, pc-acp vbz dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, r-crq vmb av-j vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
318 and do it more to the Advantage of our Church, then any thing that has been ordinarily propos'd, and do it more to the Advantage of our Church, then any thing that has been ordinarily proposed, cc vdb pn31 av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cs d n1 cst vhz vbn av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
319 and that is a sincere Reformation of of our own Lives, and a zealous Discharge of our Ministry; and that is a sincere Reformation of of our own Lives, and a zealous Discharge of our Ministry; cc d vbz dt j n1 pp-f pp-f po12 d n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
320 I speak not this as a Reproach to any, (for I heartily bless God for many holy, learned, I speak not this as a Reproach to any, (for I heartily bless God for many holy, learned, pns11 vvb xx d c-acp dt n1 p-acp d, (c-acp pns11 av-j vvb np1 p-acp d j, j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
321 and able Ministers that are amongst us,) but because we might still be much better, and able Ministers that Are among us,) but Because we might still be much better, cc j n2 cst vbr p-acp pno12,) cc-acp c-acp pns12 vmd av vbi av-d av-jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
322 and if we would all seriously endeavour it; and if we would all seriously endeavour it; cc cs pns12 vmd av-d av-j vvi pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
323 this would speak more loudly and effectually for us then the most learned Books that have been written in our Cause, this would speak more loudly and effectually for us then the most learned Books that have been written in our Cause, d vmd vvi av-dc av-j cc av-j p-acp pno12 av dt av-ds j n2 cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
324 and cast such a Lustre upon the Church, as would attract the Affections of the best Men in every Party, and cast such a Lustre upon the Church, as would attract the Affections of the best Men in every Party, cc vvd d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f dt js n2 p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
325 and cause them, upon reasonable Terms, to Unite with us. and cause them, upon reasonable Terms, to Unite with us. cc vvi pno32, p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
326 And in the use of other good Means, let us not cease to pray that God would give us the Blessing of good Success in so glorious a Work. And in the use of other good Means, let us not cease to pray that God would give us the Blessing of good Success in so glorious a Work. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn j n2, vvb pno12 xx vvi pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmd vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp av j dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
327 3. Having now spoken to publick Persons, both Magistrates and Ministers, I shall next address to the Gentry, 3. Having now spoken to public Persons, both Magistrates and Ministers, I shall next address to the Gentry, crd vhg av vvn p-acp j n2, d n2 cc n2, pns11 vmb ord vvi p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
328 and together with them all Persons of Interest and Estates in what Rank or Order soever: and together with them all Persons of Interest and Estates in what Rank or Order soever: cc av p-acp pno32 d n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
329 And you are so great a part of the Nation, and have such a commanding Influence on all below you, that one would think a general Consent and Endeavour among you would turn almost the whole Nation which way you please: And you Are so great a part of the nation, and have such a commanding Influence on all below you, that one would think a general Consent and Endeavour among you would turn almost the Whole nation which Way you please: cc pn22 vbr av j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vhb d dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d p-acp pn22, cst pi vmd vvi dt n1 vvb cc vvi p-acp pn22 vmd vvi av dt j-jn n1 r-crq n1 pn22 vvb: (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
330 And indeed there is hardly any Corner of the Kingdom but looks like an Earnest of it; And indeed there is hardly any Corner of the Kingdom but looks like an Earnest of it; cc av pc-acp vbz av d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2 av-j dt n1 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
331 for where-ever Religion is zealously practis'd and countenanc'd by the Gentry, we see such Effects of it upon others, that almost every one in that Parish or Neighbourhood is a good Christian, for wherever Religion is zealously practised and countenanced by the Gentry, we see such Effects of it upon Others, that almost every one in that Parish or Neighbourhood is a good Christian, c-acp j n1 vbz av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb d n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp n2-jn, cst av d pi p-acp d n1 cc n1 vbz dt j njp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
332 or would seem to be so. But on the contrary, where Loosness or Irreligion is seen in any of that Rank, or would seem to be so. But on the contrary, where Looseness or Irreligion is seen in any of that Rank, cc vmd vvi pc-acp vbi av. p-acp p-acp dt n-jn, c-crq n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp d pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
333 how strangely does it corrupt the Minds and Practices of their Inferiors! how strangely does it corrupt the Minds and Practices of their Inferiors! c-crq av-j vdz pn31 vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n2-jn! (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
334 If your Power therefore be so great with others, you can never use it so well as in promoting Righteousness: If your Power Therefore be so great with Others, you can never use it so well as in promoting Righteousness: cs po22 n1 av vbi av j p-acp n2-jn, pn22 vmb av-x vvi pn31 av av c-acp p-acp j-vvg n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
335 for this is to do God and your Country the greatest Service, and get your selves a lasting Name and Honour in the World. for this is to do God and your Country the greatest Service, and get your selves a lasting Name and Honour in the World. c-acp d vbz pc-acp vdi np1 cc po22 n1 dt js n1, cc vvi po22 n2 dt j-vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
336 The very Heathens of old had so great an Affection for their Country, that they accounted it a brave and desirable thing to die for it, The very heathens of old had so great an Affection for their Country, that they accounted it a brave and desirable thing to die for it, dt j n2-jn pp-f n1 vhd av j dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vvd pn31 dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
337 when a fit Occasion was offer'd: when a fit Occasion was offered: c-crq dt j np1-n vbds vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
338 And your Ancestors have on all occasions signa iz'd themselves by hazarding their Lives in the same Cause; And your Ancestors have on all occasions Signs ized themselves by hazarding their Lives in the same Cause; cc po22 n2 vhb p-acp d n2 fw-la vvn px32 p-acp vvg po32 n2 p-acp dt d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
339 and I believe many amongst you would willingly have done so, in the War we are now engag'd in, against a potent Enemy: and I believe many among you would willingly have done so, in the War we Are now engaged in, against a potent Enemy: cc pns11 vvb d p-acp pn22 vmd av-j vhi vdn av, p-acp dt n1 pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp, p-acp dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
340 but perhaps your Presence at Home, for good reasons, was thought necessary: but perhaps your Presence At Home, for good Reasons, was Thought necessary: cc-acp av po22 n1 p-acp n1-an, p-acp j n2, vbds vvn j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
341 However, without detracting any thing from our Commanders and Armies abroad, whose Valour and Conduct deserve very great Praise, I may affirm, you have as glorious a part to act in order to our Victories as they, (yea, I would say more, However, without detracting any thing from our Commanders and Armies abroad, whose Valour and Conduct deserve very great Praise, I may affirm, you have as glorious a part to act in order to our Victories as they, (yea, I would say more, c-acp, p-acp n-vvg d n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2 av, rg-crq n1 cc vvb vvi av j n1, pns11 vmb vvi, pn22 vhb p-acp j dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2 c-acp pns32, (uh, pns11 vmd vvi av-dc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
342 if I did not consider many of them as righteous and devout Christians as well as Souldiers,) and that is, to reform your Persons and Families, if I did not Consider many of them as righteous and devout Christians as well as Soldiers,) and that is, to reform your Persons and Families, cs pns11 vdd xx vvi d pp-f pno32 p-acp j cc j np1 c-acp av c-acp n2,) cc d vbz, pc-acp vvi po22 n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
343 so far as this is wanting, and encourage Righteousness amongst your Neighbours. so Far as this is wanting, and encourage Righteousness among your Neighbours. av av-j c-acp d vbz vvg, cc vvi n1 p-acp po22 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
344 This would prevail with God still to fight our Battels, and bless us with Victories and Triumphs till all our Enemies should be subdued under us. This would prevail with God still to fight our Battles, and bless us with Victories and Triumphos till all our Enemies should be subdued under us. d vmd vvi p-acp np1 av pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc vvb pno12 p-acp n2 cc n2 c-acp d po12 n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
345 And I pray consider how much God expects this from you: And I pray Consider how much God expects this from you: cc pns11 vvb vvb c-crq d np1 vvz d p-acp pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
346 Can any be so gross as to think, that he is born to a larger Estate, a better Education, Can any be so gross as to think, that he is born to a larger Estate, a better Education, vmb d vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt jc n1, dt jc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
347 and a greater Power and Interest in his Country, for no higher end then to live as he pleases? The very Law of Nature would teach us (it the Scriptures were silent,) that our Persons, our Estates, and a greater Power and Interest in his Country, for no higher end then to live as he Pleases? The very Law of Nature would teach us (it the Scriptures were silent,) that our Persons, our Estates, cc dt jc n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp dx jc n1 cs pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vvz? dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi pno12 (pn31 dt n2 vbdr j,) cst po12 n2, po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
348 and whatever other Advantages we have are God's, and are therefore to be employ'd in his Service. and whatever other Advantages we have Are God's, and Are Therefore to be employed in his Service. cc r-crq j-jn n2 pns12 vhb vbr npg1, cc vbr av pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
349 And by consequence, the more any has receiv'd from God, the greater Returns of Piety and Obedience he is to make to him, (as our Saviour also has plainly told us, Luke 12.48.) And this does much aggravate all the Sins of such Men, And by consequence, the more any has received from God, the greater Returns of Piety and obedience he is to make to him, (as our Saviour also has plainly told us, Lycia 12.48.) And this does much aggravate all the Sins of such Men, cc p-acp n1, dt av-dc d vhz vvn p-acp np1, dt jc vvz pp-f n1 cc n1 pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (p-acp po12 n1 av vhz av-j vvn pno12, av crd.) cc d vdz av-d vvi d dt n2 pp-f d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
350 and make them more heinous then those of meaner Persons: and make them more heinous then those of meaner Persons: cc vvi pno32 av-dc j cs d pp-f jc n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
351 And I cannot but add farther, That the Generosity which seems natural to Men of your Rank, should make you grateful to God for his Mercies, and zealous in his Service. And I cannot but add farther, That the Generosity which seems natural to Men of your Rank, should make you grateful to God for his mercies, and zealous in his Service. cc pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi av-jc, cst dt n1 r-crq vvz j p-acp n2 pp-f po22 n1, vmd vvi pn22 j p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, cc j p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
352 If you receive a Kindness from any Man, you think it a mean and unworthy thing not to make a proportionable Return to him, If you receive a Kindness from any Man, you think it a mean and unworthy thing not to make a proportionable Return to him, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 p-acp d n1, pn22 vvb pn31 dt j cc j n1 xx pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
353 or at least do what you can towards it: or At least doe what you can towards it: cc p-acp ds n1 r-crq pn22 vmb p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
354 How much more then should you consider the Author of your Beings, and of all your Blessings, to return all possible Acknowledgements of his Goodness to so great a Benefactor? Now if any think it would expose them to many malicious Censures, Reproaches, How much more then should you Consider the Author of your Beings, and of all your Blessings, to return all possible Acknowledgements of his goodness to so great a Benefactor? Now if any think it would expose them to many malicious Censures, Reproaches, c-crq av-d av-dc cs vmd pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, cc pp-f d po22 n2, pc-acp vvi d j n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp av j dt n1? av cs d vvb pn31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp d j n2, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
355 and Oppositions, to attempt a Reformation of Mens Manners, in an Age wherein Sin so much abounds, in all Orders of Men; and Oppositions, to attempt a Reformation of Men's Manners, in an Age wherein since so much abounds, in all Order of Men; cc n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2, p-acp dt n1 c-crq n1 av d vvz, p-acp d n1 pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
356 these little Discouragements are not to be regarded, when the Honour of God, the Good of the Country, these little Discouragements Are not to be regarded, when the Honour of God, the Good of the Country, d j n2 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
357 and the Eternal Happiness of your own Souls are so much concern'd: and the Eternal Happiness of your own Souls Are so much concerned: cc dt j n1 pp-f po22 d n2 vbr av av-d vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
358 It is a small matter to bear the Contradictions of ill Men, while we have the Applauses of all that are good, It is a small matter to bear the Contradictions of ill Men, while we have the Applauses of all that Are good, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, cs pns12 vhb dt n2 pp-f d cst vbr j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
359 and, which is a thousand times more, the Favour of God himself, with true Peace and Satisfaction in our own Consciences. and, which is a thousand times more, the Favour of God himself, with true Peace and Satisfaction in our own Consciences. cc, r-crq vbz dt crd n2 av-dc, dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
360 And indeed the greater Difficulties any Man meets with in the way of his Duty, the more it recommends his Piety, Courage, And indeed the greater Difficulties any Man meets with in the Way of his Duty, the more it recommends his Piety, Courage, cc av dt jc n2 d n1 vvz p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt av-dc pn31 vvz po31 n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
361 and Holy Resolution in doing it: and Holy Resolution in doing it: cc j n1 p-acp vdg pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
362 To dare to practice Righteousness and encourage it in a licentious Age, when too many live as if they were born only for Ease and Luxury, is indeed to undergo a lesser Martyrdom, To Dare to practice Righteousness and encourage it in a licentious Age, when too many live as if they were born only for Ease and Luxury, is indeed to undergo a lesser Martyrdom, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq av av-d vvi c-acp cs pns32 vbdr vvn av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, vbz av pc-acp vvi dt jc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
363 and to stand at least in the place of a Confessor. But this should rather provoke the Emulation, then move the Fears of all good Men; and to stand At least in the place of a Confessor. But this should rather provoke the Emulation, then move the Fears of all good Men; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. p-acp d vmd av-c vvi dt n1, av vvb dt n2 pp-f d j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
364 for to contribute their Power and Interest towards the Reforming a Nation, is a greater Service then to hazard their Lives in its Defence: for to contribute their Power and Interest towards the Reforming a nation, is a greater Service then to hazard their Lives in its Defence: c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt vvg dt n1, vbz dt jc n1 cs pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
365 for they that do this, can save it only from the Cruelties of Men, while the other so far as they succeed in their pious Attempts, rescue it from the Malice of Devils, for they that do this, can save it only from the Cruelties of Men, while the other so Far as they succeed in their pious Attempts, rescue it from the Malice of Devils, c-acp pns32 cst vdb d, vmb vvi pn31 av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cs dt n-jn av av-j c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po32 j vvz, vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
366 and by a Conquest over those most formidable Enemies, preserve it from eternal Destruction. These Considerations I hope are of weight with you; and by a Conquest over those most formidable Enemies, preserve it from Eternal Destruction. These Considerations I hope Are of weight with you; cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp d av-ds j n2, vvb pn31 p-acp j n1. np1 n2 pns11 vvb vbr pp-f n1 p-acp pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
367 and I desire it may be remember'd as a father Motive to you, that the Power of those two Orders of Men I before spake to, lies especially in you: and I desire it may be remembered as a father Motive to you, that the Power of those two Order of Men I before spoke to, lies especially in you: cc pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp pn22, cst dt n1 pp-f d crd n1 pp-f n2 pns11 a-acp vvd p-acp, vvz av-j p-acp pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
368 Magistrates are chosen from among you, and depend greatly on your Assistance in doing their Duty; Magistrates Are chosen from among you, and depend greatly on your Assistance in doing their Duty; n2 vbr vvn p-acp p-acp pn22, cc vvb av-j p-acp po22 n1 p-acp vdg po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
369 and indeed without it there is but little comparatively can be expected from them. and indeed without it there is but little comparatively can be expected from them. cc av p-acp pn31 pc-acp vbz cc-acp j av-j vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
370 Ministers besides the relation they ordinarily have to your Families, have, very many of them, their Preferments from you: Ministers beside the Relation they ordinarily have to your Families, have, very many of them, their Preferments from you: np1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 av-j vhb p-acp po22 n2, vhb, av d pp-f pno32, po32 n2 p-acp pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
371 and all of them do much want your Help and Encouragement in order to the Success of their Labours: and all of them do much want your Help and Encouragement in order to the Success of their Labours: cc d pp-f pno32 vdb av-d vvi po22 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
372 I beseech you therefore to consider the Power God has given you, not only among yourselves, I beseech you Therefore to Consider the Power God has given you, not only among yourselves, pns11 vvb pn22 av pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1 vhz vvn pn22, xx av-j p-acp px22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
373 but all other Orders of Men in the Kingdom, Magistrates, Ministers, and the common People; but all other Order of Men in the Kingdom, Magistrates, Ministers, and the Common People; cc-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, n2, n2, cc dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
374 and to use it zealously in the Cause of God and his Church, and you need not doubt of that Success which the Lord delights to give unto such holy Endeavours. and to use it zealously in the Cause of God and his Church, and you need not doubt of that Success which the Lord delights to give unto such holy Endeavours. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, cc pn22 vvb xx n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
375 This would make us happy at Home, and victorious Abroad, and secure very great Blessings to yourselves and your Posterity. This would make us happy At Home, and victorious Abroad, and secure very great Blessings to yourselves and your Posterity. d vmd vvi pno12 j p-acp n1-an, cc j av, cc vvi av j n2 p-acp px22 cc po22 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
376 2. I would say something also to all Persons in the general, and desire you that every one would do his part towards the exalting of the Nation, by repenting of your Sins, and doing Righteousness. 2. I would say something also to all Persons in the general, and desire you that every one would do his part towards the exalting of the nation, by repenting of your Sins, and doing Righteousness. crd pns11 vmd vvi pi av p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pn22 cst d crd vmd vdi po31 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg pp-f po22 n2, cc vdg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
377 It is our Country I am pleading for, that dear Concern to which we owe a thousand times more regard than to our own Lives; It is our Country I am pleading for, that dear Concern to which we owe a thousand times more regard than to our own Lives; pn31 vbz po12 n1 pns11 vbm vvg p-acp, cst j-jn vvb p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb dt crd n2 av-dc n1 cs p-acp po12 d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
378 these we should willingly offer up, when the necessity of our Country requires it; these we should willingly offer up, when the necessity of our Country requires it; d pns12 vmd av-j vvi a-acp, c-crq dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
379 and shall we grudge to part with our Sins for it? Shall we not embrace true Religion, and shall we grudge to part with our Sins for it? Shall we not embrace true Religion, cc vmb pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp pn31? vmb pns12 xx vvi j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
380 when it appears to be so necessary to save the Kingdom? and when the Goodness of God does so much oblige us to it? It is on this Condition that Victory over Enemies, when it appears to be so necessary to save the Kingdom? and when the goodness of God does so much oblige us to it? It is on this Condition that Victory over Enemies, c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi av j pc-acp vvi dt n1? cc c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av av-d vvi pno12 p-acp pn31? pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 cst n1 p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
381 as well as other Blessings are promis'd; as well as other Blessings Are promised; c-acp av c-acp j-jn n2 vbr vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
382 and therefore without it we cannot expect God should continue them to us, for, tho' he was pleas'd to turn our Captivity, and Therefore without it we cannot expect God should continue them to us, for, though he was pleased to turn our Captivity, cc av p-acp pn31 pns12 vmbx vvi np1 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp pno12, c-acp, cs pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
383 and has hitherto prevented us with his Goodness, he can as easily turn our Victories, and has hitherto prevented us with his goodness, he can as Easily turn our Victories, cc vhz av vvn pno12 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb a-acp av-j vvi po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
384 and with one breath of his Displeasure blast all that Prosperity he has lately restor'd to us; and with one breath of his Displeasure blast all that Prosperity he has lately restored to us; cc p-acp crd n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvi d cst n1 pns31 vhz av-j vvn p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
385 and I know nothing but a Reformation amongst us that can prevent it. and I know nothing but a Reformation among us that can prevent it. cc pns11 vvb pix cc-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12 cst vmb vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
386 It puzzles many serious and considering Men to see so many strange Acts of Providence for the delivering and setling a Nation, which they fear'd had fill'd up all the measures of their Sins, It puzzles many serious and considering Men to see so many strange Acts of Providence for the delivering and settling a nation, which they feared had filled up all the measures of their Sins, pn31 vvz d j cc vvg n2 pc-acp vvi av d j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg dt n1, r-crq pns32 vvd vhd vvn a-acp d dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
387 and were therefore fitted for an unavoidable Destruction: and were Therefore fitted for an unavoidable Destruction: cc vbdr av vvn p-acp dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
388 But if all there great Effects of God's Goodness, which we have lately receiv'd, added to the former, will not bring us to Repentance; But if all there great Effects of God's goodness, which we have lately received, added to the former, will not bring us to Repentance; cc-acp cs d a-acp j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq pns12 vhb av-j vvn, vvn p-acp dt j, vmb xx vvi pno12 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
389 as our Destruction when it comes will be the greater on the account of them, so we cannot reasonably expect it should be long defer'd. as our Destruction when it comes will be the greater on the account of them, so we cannot reasonably expect it should be long deferred. c-acp po12 n1 c-crq pn31 vvz vmb vbi dt jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, av pns12 vmbx av-j vvi pn31 vmd vbi av-j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
390 And indeed if we do not seriously apply ourselves now to the great Duties of Religion, what a Reproach will it be to us that we have always with so much Heat contended for a Form of Godliness? Insomuch that I dare affirm, And indeed if we do not seriously apply ourselves now to the great Duties of Religion, what a Reproach will it be to us that we have always with so much Heat contended for a From of Godliness? Insomuch that I Dare affirm, cc av cs pns12 vdb xx av-j vvi px12 av p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 vmb pn31 vbi p-acp pno12 cst pns12 vhb av p-acp av d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? av cst pns11 vvb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
391 if half that Zeal had been spent for Religion itself, as has been for the little Appendages of it, if half that Zeal had been spent for Religion itself, as has been for the little Appendages of it, cs j-jn cst n1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp n1 px31, c-acp vhz vbn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
392 or at the most, for the outside of a Church; we had been, long e're now, the best and happiest Nation in the World. or At the most, for the outside of a Church; we had been, long ever now, the best and Happiest nation in the World. cc p-acp dt ds, p-acp dt n1-an pp-f dt n1; pns12 vhd vbn, av-j av av, dt js cc js n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
393 It is time therefore that we correct our former Mistakes, and set ourselves to the practice of that pure and undefiled Religion we profess, that we may contribute what lies in us to the Safety and Prosperity of the Kingdom. It is time Therefore that we correct our former Mistakes, and Set ourselves to the practice of that pure and undefiled Religion we profess, that we may contribute what lies in us to the Safety and Prosperity of the Kingdom. pn31 vbz n1 av cst pns12 vvb po12 j n2, cc vvi px12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j cc j n1 pns12 vvb, cst pns12 vmb vvi r-crq vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
394 And at this time it becomes all good Men to deny themselves more then ordinarily, out of a generous Sympathy m our Fleets and Armies abroad. And At this time it becomes all good Men to deny themselves more then ordinarily, out of a generous sympathy m our Fleets and Armies abroad. cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vvz d j n2 pc-acp vvi px32 av-dc cs av-jn, av pp-f dt j n1 zz po12 n2 cc n2 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
395 It was a brave and noble Resolution of Ʋriah, when David had sent for him from the Army, that he would not take the Comforts of his own House, It was a brave and noble Resolution of Ʋriah, when David had sent for him from the Army, that he would not take the Comforts of his own House, pn31 vbds dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, c-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
396 but chose rather to lie at the King's Gate, while the Ark, and Israel, and Judah abode in Tents, but chosen rather to lie At the King's Gate, while the Ark, and Israel, and Judah Abided in Tents, cc-acp vvd av-c pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1, cs dt n1, cc np1, cc np1 n1 p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
397 and his Lord Joab and the Servants of the King were encamp'd in the open Fields: and his Lord Joab and the Servants of the King were encamped in the open Fields: cc po31 n1 np1 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
398 And are not our Israel and Judah, some of them in Tents too, and others floating upon the Ocean? And besides them several brave Armies of the Confederates? And have we not many Joabs (great and worthy Commanders) encamp'd in the Field? and which is more, is not our David also with them? And have we not something in danger there that is greater then the Ark? For our Religion is very much bound up in the Safety of our Prince and his Armies? It becomes us therefore to have a real sence of these things, And Are not our Israel and Judah, Some of them in Tents too, and Others floating upon the Ocean? And beside them several brave Armies of the Confederates? And have we not many Joabs (great and worthy Commanders) encamped in the Field? and which is more, is not our David also with them? And have we not something in danger there that is greater then the Ark? For our Religion is very much bound up in the Safety of our Prince and his Armies? It becomes us Therefore to have a real sense of these things, cc vbr xx po12 np1 cc np1, d pp-f pno32 p-acp n2 av, cc n2-jn vvg p-acp dt n1? cc p-acp pno32 j j n2 pp-f dt n2? cc vhb pns12 xx d npg1 (j cc j n2) vvn p-acp dt n1? cc r-crq vbz av-dc, vbz xx po12 np1 av p-acp pno32? cc vhb pns12 xx pi p-acp n1 a-acp cst vbz jc cs dt n1? p-acp po12 n1 vbz av av-d vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc po31 n2? pn31 vvz pno12 av pc-acp vhi dt j n1 pp-f d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
399 and exercise that Self-denial and Devotion which will best express it, and will also prevail with God for the Continuance and Increase of Publick Blessings to us. and exercise that Self-denial and Devotion which will best express it, and will also prevail with God for the Continuance and Increase of Public Blessings to us. cc vvi d n1 cc n1 r-crq vmb av-js vvi pn31, cc vmb av vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
400 3. I shall say something very briefly concerning the Business of the present Time in this Place, wherein some (it may be) of all Orders of Men here are concern'd; 3. I shall say something very briefly Concerning the Business of the present Time in this Place, wherein Some (it may be) of all Order of Men Here Are concerned; crd pns11 vmb vvi pi av av-j vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq d (pn31 vmb vbi) pp-f d n1 pp-f n2 av vbr vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
401 and put you in mind of the Righteousness that is necessary for you to exercise in it. and put you in mind of the Righteousness that is necessary for you to exercise in it. cc vvb pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
402 And as to those who are Plaintiffs, I would have them consider it does not become Christians to go to Law for small matters: And as to those who Are Plaintiffs, I would have them Consider it does not become Christians to go to Law for small matters: cc c-acp p-acp d r-crq vbr n2, pns11 vmd vhi pno32 vvi pn31 vdz xx vvi np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
403 Why do ye not rather take wrong? (says the Apostle,) why do ye not rather suffer yourselves to be defrauded? 1 Cor. 6.7. Why do you not rather take wrong? (Says the Apostle,) why do you not rather suffer yourselves to be defrauded? 1 Cor. 6.7. q-crq vdb pn22 xx av-c vvi j-jn? (vvz dt n1,) c-crq vdb pn22 xx av-c vvb px22 pc-acp vbi vvd? vvn np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
404 Neither should they for greater matters, if the Difference may be well determin'd without it: Neither should they for greater matters, if the Difference may be well determined without it: av-d vmd pns32 p-acp jc n2, cs dt n1 vmb vbi av vvd p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
405 And when the Difficulty of the Case requires it, the contending Parties are bound to preserve Charity towards one another notwithstanding, And when the Difficulty of the Case requires it, the contending Parties Are bound to preserve Charity towards one Another notwithstanding, cc c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pn31, dt j-vvg n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp crd j-jn a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
406 and each of them should desire that Justice may be done rather then he should gain the Cause: and each of them should desire that justice may be done rather then he should gain the Cause: cc d pp-f pno32 vmd vvi d n1 vmb vbi vdn av av pns31 vmd vvi dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
407 For Justice is God's, and therefore to be prefer'd before our own Interest. And as to Witnesses, I advise them, by all means, to keep a good Conscience, For justice is God's, and Therefore to be preferred before our own Interest. And as to Witnesses, I Advice them, by all means, to keep a good Conscience, p-acp n1 vbz npg1, cc av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 d n1. cc c-acp p-acp n2, pns11 vvb pno32, p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
408 and neither for Love or Hatred, for the hopes of Gain, or fear of any Man's Displeasure, to depart from the Truth: and neither for Love or Hatred, for the hope's of Gain, or Fear of any Man's Displeasure, to depart from the Truth: cc av-dx p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f d ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
409 For lying lips are abomination to the Lord, Prov. 12.22. For lying lips Are abomination to the Lord, Curae 12.22. p-acp j-vvg n2 vbr n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
410 And Lies in this case are dreadful Perjuries, which contain in them so many horrid Sins against God and our Neighbour, that a Man must be extreamly hardned in Wickedness, And Lies in this case Are dreadful Perjuries, which contain in them so many horrid Sins against God and our Neighbour, that a Man must be extremely hardened in Wickedness, np1 vvz p-acp d n1 vbr j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp pno32 av d j n2 p-acp np1 cc po12 n1, cst dt n1 vmb vbi av-jn vvn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
411 before he can deliberately forswear himself. before he can deliberately forswear himself. c-acp pns31 vmb av-j vvi px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
412 For in this kind of Perjury there is a most impudent Profanation of the Name of God, a Violation of the Truth, a perverting of Justice, a Treachery to the King and the Laws, a bold Affront to the whole Court, that are deceiv'd and misguided by it, For in this kind of Perjury there is a most impudent Profanation of the Name of God, a Violation of the Truth, a perverting of justice, a Treachery to the King and the Laws, a bold Affront to the Whole Court, that Are deceived and misguided by it, p-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 a-acp vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt vvg pp-f n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n2, dt j vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
413 and an Abuse to the Country: Besides, if a Neighbour's good Name be expos'd by it, it is a base Slander; and an Abuse to the Country: Beside, if a Neighbour's good Name be exposed by it, it is a base Slander; cc dt vvi p-acp dt n1: a-acp, cs dt ng1 j n1 vbi vvn p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
414 it his Goods, it is Theft; if his Life, it is Murder. it his Goods, it is Theft; if his Life, it is Murder. pn31 png31 n2-j, pn31 vbz n1; cs po31 n1, pn31 vbz n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
415 Therefore it is no wonder God has threaten'd, That a false Witness shall not be unpunish'd, Therefore it is no wonder God has threatened, That a false Witness shall not be unpunished, av pn31 vbz dx n1 np1 vhz vvn, cst dt j n1 vmb xx vbi j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
416 and he that speaketh lies shall perish, Prov. 19.9. And that the curse of God shall enter into the House of him that sweareth falsly, Zach. 5.4. and he that speaks lies shall perish, Curae 19.9. And that the curse of God shall enter into the House of him that Sweareth falsely, Zach 5.4. cc pns31 cst vvz n2 vmb vvi, np1 crd. cc d dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz av-j, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
417 And as to Pleaders, I desire they would always (as I hope many do) have a greater Respect to Truth and Justice, then to any private Advantages: And as to Pleaders, I desire they would always (as I hope many do) have a greater Respect to Truth and justice, then to any private Advantages: cc c-acp p-acp n2, pns11 vvb pns32 vmd av (c-acp pns11 vvb d vdb) vhb dt jc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, av p-acp d j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
418 and tho' it be their Duty to defend a good Cause, and I think none will blame them to make the best of one that is doubtful, and though it be their Duty to defend a good Cause, and I think none will blame them to make the best of one that is doubtful, cc cs pn31 vbb po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc pns11 vvb pix vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f pi cst vbz j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
419 yet their Business in both these Cases must be ever managed with that Decency and Gravity which becomes their Profession, yet their Business in both these Cases must be ever managed with that Decency and Gravity which becomes their Profession, av po32 n1 p-acp d d n2 vmb vbi av vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
420 and with that Fairness to Witnesses which the Law of Justice does require. and with that Fairness to Witnesses which the Law of justice does require. cc p-acp d n1 p-acp n2 r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
421 But when a Cause appears to be bad, to plead this is to be an Advocate against Truth and Justice, and consequently against God himself. But when a Cause appears to be bad, to plead this is to be an Advocate against Truth and justice, and consequently against God himself. p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi j, pc-acp vvi d vbz pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc av-j p-acp np1 px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
422 And then what can be expected by such Men, but the Effects of that Threatning, Is. 5.20, 23. Wo unto them that call evil good, And then what can be expected by such Men, but the Effects of that Threatening, Is. 5.20, 23. Woe unto them that call evil good, cc av q-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f d vvg, np1 crd, crd n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb n-jn j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
423 and good evil — Which justifie the wicked for reward, and take away the righteousness of the righteous from him. and good evil — Which justify the wicked for reward, and take away the righteousness of the righteous from him. cc j j-jn — q-crq vvb dt j p-acp n1, cc vvb av dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
424 And I hope they will believe the wise Man when he tells us, He that justifies the wicked, And I hope they will believe the wise Man when he tells us, He that Justifies the wicked, cc pns11 vvb pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pno12, pns31 cst vvz dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
425 and he that condemns the just, even they both are abomination to the Lord, Prov. 17.15. and he that condemns the just, even they both Are abomination to the Lord, Curae 17.15. cc pns31 cst vvz dt j, av pns32 d vbr n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
426 In a word, let those that are to be Jurors consider what shall be before them with all Sincerity, In a word, let those that Are to be Jurors Consider what shall be before them with all Sincerity, p-acp dt n1, vvb d cst vbr pc-acp vbi n2 vvi r-crq vmb vbi p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
427 and determin according to their Consciences upon good Deliberation, and not suffer themselves to be biass'd by any Consideration whatsoever. and determine according to their Consciences upon good Deliberation, and not suffer themselves to be biased by any Consideration whatsoever. cc vvi vvg p-acp po32 n2 p-acp j n1, cc xx vvi px32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
428 And let them, with all others that have any Business in Courts of Judicature, remember always that excellent Rule of Justice deliver'd by our Blessed Saviour, Mat. 7.12. Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them. And let them, with all Others that have any Business in Courts of Judicature, Remember always that excellent Rule of justice Delivered by our Blessed Saviour, Mathew 7.12. Whatsoever you would that men should do to you, do you even so to them. cc vvb pno32, p-acp d n2-jn cst vhb d n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vvb av d j n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp po12 vvn n1, np1 crd. r-crq pn22 vmd d n2 vmd vdi p-acp pn22, vdb pn22 av av p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
429 And now (my Lords) my Discourse would turn to you, if I had not said so much already to Magistrates in general, of which, notwithstanding, I believe your Lordships needed very little, And now (my lords) my Discourse would turn to you, if I had not said so much already to Magistrates in general, of which, notwithstanding, I believe your Lordship's needed very little, cc av (po11 n2) po11 n1 vmd vvi p-acp pn22, cs pns11 vhd xx vvn av av-d av p-acp n2 p-acp n1, pp-f r-crq, a-acp, pns11 vvb po22 n2 vvd av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
430 or nothing, either to put you in mind of your great Duty, or to quicken you in it. or nothing, either to put you in mind of your great Duty, or to quicken you in it. cc pix, d pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f po22 j n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
431 And I think both myself and others have great reason to bless God, that he has graciously restor'd to us Judges as at the first, And I think both myself and Others have great reason to bless God, that he has graciously restored to us Judges as At the First, cc pns11 vvb av-d px11 cc n2-jn vhb js n1 pc-acp vvi np1, cst pns31 vhz av-j vvn p-acp pno12 n2 p-acp p-acp dt ord, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
432 and Counsellors as at the beginning, from whom we may expect an Execution of our Laws, according to the true Intention of them: and Counsellors as At the beginning, from whom we may expect an Execution of our Laws, according to the true Intention of them: cc n2 c-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
433 and by whose means we hope Judgment will run every-where amongst us as the Waters, and by whose means we hope Judgement will run everywhere among us as the Waters, cc p-acp rg-crq n2 pns12 vvb n1 vmb vvi j p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
434 and Righteousness as a mighty stream of Water, and refresh all the Corners of the Land. And as I question not but your Lordships will use that Power and Interest you have to promote Righteousness in general: and Righteousness as a mighty stream of Water, and refresh all the Corners of the Land. And as I question not but your Lordship's will use that Power and Interest you have to promote Righteousness in general: cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc c-acp pns11 vvb xx p-acp po22 n2 vmb vvi d n1 cc n1 pn22 vhb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
435 so I do again desire all Orders of Men here (as my last Request to them) to do their parts also towards it; so I do again desire all Order of Men Here (as my last Request to them) to do their parts also towards it; av pns11 vdb av vvi d n1 pp-f n2 av (c-acp po11 ord n1 p-acp pno32) pc-acp vdi po32 n2 av p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
436 remembring, that the same Righteousness which exalts a Nation will at length exalt us also to the Kingdom of Heaven, where for all the Service we do, remembering, that the same Righteousness which exalts a nation will At length exalt us also to the Kingdom of Heaven, where for all the Service we do, vvg, cst dt d n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 vmb p-acp n1 vvi pno12 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq p-acp d dt n1 pns12 vdb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
437 and the Self-denial and Sufferings we endure in the Cause of God and his Church here, we shall receive a far more exceeding and eternal weight of Glory. The END. and the Self-denial and Sufferings we endure in the Cause of God and his Church Here, we shall receive a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of Glory. The END. cc dt n1 cc n2 pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1 av, pns12 vmb vvi dt av-j av-dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1. dt vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3

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