A sermon preached before the Queen, at Whitehall, Jan. 24, 1690/1 by J. Lambe ...

Lambe, John, 1648 or 9-1708
Publisher: Printed for Walter Kettilby
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1691
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A48505 ESTC ID: R3371 STC ID: L223
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Titus II, 10; Church of England; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A SERMON Preached before the QUEEN. TIT. II. X. — That they may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things. A SERMON Preached before the QUEEN. TIT. II X. — That they may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things. dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. n1. crd fw-la — cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1 p-acp d n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
1 THE credit of any Institution of Religion, depends upon the happy Effects that it has upon the temper and lives of its Disciples. THE credit of any Institution of Religion, depends upon the happy Effects that it has upon the temper and lives of its Disciples. dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, vvz p-acp dt j n2 cst pn31 vhz p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
2 'Tis true, to judge of a Religion by the Effects, may be contrary to the stricter Laws of reasoning, which oblige us, à priori, to consider the Authority of the Author, It's true, to judge of a Religion by the Effects, may be contrary to the Stricter Laws of reasoning, which oblige us, à priori, to Consider the authority of the Author, pn31|vbz j, pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2, vmb vbi j-jn p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f vvg, r-crq vvb pno12, fw-fr fw-la, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
3 and to judge of the Religion it self by granted Principles of Truth and Goodness. But because these considerations are too deep and close for common understanding; and to judge of the Religion it self by granted Principles of Truth and goodness. But Because these considerations Are too deep and close for Common understanding; cc pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1 p-acp vvn n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. cc-acp c-acp d n2 vbr av j-jn cc av-j p-acp j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
4 therefore the eyes of the generality of Men will be fixed upon the lives and behaviour of its Proselytes, Therefore the eyes of the generality of Men will be fixed upon the lives and behaviour of its Proselytes, av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
5 as the surest way of informing themselves in the Nature and Authority of the Religion it self. as the Surest Way of informing themselves in the Nature and authority of the Religion it self. c-acp dt js n1 pp-f vvg px32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
6 And by how much Christianity is a more Holy Institution than any other, by so much its Honour and Reputation in the World, does more depend upon the suitable Conversation of Christians; And by how much Christianity is a more Holy Institution than any other, by so much its Honour and Reputation in the World, does more depend upon the suitable Conversation of Christians; cc p-acp c-crq d np1 vbz dt av-dc j n1 cs d n-jn, p-acp av av-d po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vdz av-dc vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
7 because perverse and wicked Men will be so much the more unwilling to believe it, Because perverse and wicked Men will be so much the more unwilling to believe it, c-acp j cc j n2 vmb vbi av av-d dt av-dc j pc-acp vvi pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
8 and will therefore more capriciously inspect the lives of Christians, that they may furnish objections against it, and will Therefore more capriciously inspect the lives of Christians, that they may furnish objections against it, cc vmb av av-dc av-j j dt n2 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vmb vvi n2 p-acp pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
9 and reasons of satisfaction and comfort to themselves, in their Vice and Infidelity. and Reasons of satisfaction and Comfort to themselves, in their Vice and Infidelity. cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp px32, p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
10 St. Paul therefore, though he justifies the Christian Faith, by Divine Authority, by the Power of Miracles, Saint Paul Therefore, though he Justifies the Christian Faith, by Divine authority, by the Power of Miracles, n1 np1 av, cs pns31 vvz dt njp n1, p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
11 and the Gifts of the Holy Ghost; and the Gifts of the Holy Ghost; cc dt n2 pp-f dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
12 yet He is especially solicitous, that it may be asserted and commended to the World by the suitable lives of the Disciples; yet He is especially solicitous, that it may be asserted and commended to the World by the suitable lives of the Disciples; av pns31 vbz av-j j, cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
13 that both the Jews and Gentiles, when they observe it in the practice of it, may be perswaded, by this more easy and sensible conviction, that our Saviour was no Impostor, nor his Religion a Design; that both the jews and Gentiles, when they observe it in the practice of it, may be persuaded, by this more easy and sensible conviction, that our Saviour was no Impostor, nor his Religion a Design; cst d dt np2 cc np1, c-crq pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vmb vbi vvn, p-acp d dc j cc j n1, cst po12 n1 vbds dx n1, ccx po31 n1 dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
14 that the Proselytes of it do heartily believe it, because they have conform'd their Souls and Lives unto it, that the Proselytes of it do heartily believe it, Because they have conformed their Souls and Lives unto it, cst dt n2 pp-f pn31 vvz av-j vvi pn31, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
15 and exemplify those Excellent Vertues in their actions, which their Law requires, and which all men, by the common instincts of humane nature, admire and value. and exemplify those Excellent Virtues in their actions, which their Law requires, and which all men, by the Common instincts of humane nature, admire and valve. cc vvi d j n2 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq po32 n1 vvz, cc r-crq d n2, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n1, vvb cc vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
16 And to this very purpose he wrote this Epistle to Titus, full of apposite Instructions concerning the Government, And to this very purpose he wrote this Epistle to Titus, full of apposite Instructions Concerning the Government, cc p-acp d j n1 pns31 vvd d n1 p-acp np1, j pp-f zz np1 vvg dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
17 as well of Himself, as of the Clergy and Laity under His charge, with particular respect to the Reputation and Honour of the Christian Religion, as well of Himself, as of the Clergy and Laity under His charge, with particular respect to the Reputation and Honour of the Christian Religion, c-acp av pp-f px31, c-acp pp-f dt n1 cc np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
18 as an end which he chiefly and more expresly here designs. as an end which he chiefly and more expressly Here designs. c-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 av-jn cc av-dc av-j av n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
19 For, Chapter the first, he obliges Titus to a Conscientious discharge of the Office of a Bishop, that the Gainsayers may be convinced, v. 9. The Clergy to Piety, Zeal, For, Chapter the First, he obliges Titus to a Conscientious discharge of the Office of a Bishop, that the Gainsayers may be convinced, v. 9. The Clergy to Piety, Zeal, p-acp, n1 dt ord, pns31 vvz np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n2 vmb vbi vvn, n1 crd dt n1 p-acp n1, n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
20 and Diligence, that they of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you, Ch. 2.8. The Aged, the Widows, the Youth, and all other sorts of Men, That they exercise such Christian Graces as are proper to their respective stations, that they may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things. and Diligence, that they of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you, Christ 2.8. The Aged, the Widows, the Youth, and all other sorts of Men, That they exercise such Christian Graces as Are proper to their respective stations, that they may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things. cc n1, cst pns32 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vmb vbi j, vhg dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn22, np1 crd. dt j-vvn, dt n2, dt n1, cc d j-jn n2 pp-f n2, cst pns32 vvb d njp n2 c-acp vbr j p-acp po32 j n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1 p-acp d n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
21 For the clearer illustration of this important duty, I shall briefly consider these Three things. I. First, The meaning of the Words. For the clearer illustration of this important duty, I shall briefly Consider these Three things. I. First, The meaning of the Words. p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f d j n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi d crd n2. np1 ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
22 II. Secondly, The nature of the Duty. III. II Secondly, The nature of the Duty. III. crd ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1. np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
23 Thirdly, The reasons which oblige us, and the encouragements which may perswade us to the practice of it. Thirdly, The Reasons which oblige us, and the encouragements which may persuade us to the practice of it. ord, dt n2 r-crq vvb pno12, cc dt n2 r-crq vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
24 IV. Fourthly and lastly, I shall draw some Inferences from the whole. I. IV. Fourthly and lastly, I shall draw Some Inferences from the Whole. I. np1 ord cc ord, pns11 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp dt j-jn. pns11. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
25 I begin with the first of these, the Explication of the terms, ad shall consider, 1. First, What is meant by the Doctrine of God our Saviour. I begin with the First of these, the Explication of the terms, and shall Consider, 1. First, What is meant by the Doctrine of God our Saviour. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord pp-f d, dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc vmb vvi, crd ord, q-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
26 2. Secondly, What by Adorning the Doctrine of God our Saviour. 3. Thirdly, Who are understood by they; or who are the subjects of the duty: 2. Secondly, What by Adorning the Doctrine of God our Saviour. 3. Thirdly, Who Are understood by they; or who Are the subject's of the duty: crd ord, r-crq p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1. crd ord, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pns32; cc q-crq vbr dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
27 That they may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things. That they may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things. cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1 p-acp d n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
28 And, 1. First, By the Doctrine of God our Saviour, the Apostle understands the Christian Religion, or that institution of Faith and Manners, which the Ever Blessed Jesus taught and publish'd, And, 1. First, By the Doctrine of God our Saviour, the Apostle understands the Christian Religion, or that Institution of Faith and Manners, which the Ever Blessed jesus taught and published, cc, crd ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1, dt n1 vvz dt njp n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1 cc n2, r-crq dt av vvd np1 vvd cc vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
29 when he was here on Earth. when he was Here on Earth. c-crq pns31 vbds av p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
30 It is one, amongst many other general words, as the Gospel, the Word of God, the Faith, the New Testament, by which the Christian Religion is express'd in Scripture. It is one, among many other general words, as the Gospel, the Word of God, the Faith, the New Testament, by which the Christian Religion is expressed in Scripture. pn31 vbz pi, p-acp d j-jn j n2, p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1, dt j n1, p-acp r-crq dt njp n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
31 2. And secondly, To adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour, is to advance the Credit and Reputation of the Christian Religion in the World. 2. And secondly, To adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour, is to advance the Credit and Reputation of the Christian Religion in the World. crd cc ord, p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njp n1 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
32 It is so to govern and demean our selves, that we may reconcile its Enemies to a good opinion of it; It is so to govern and demean our selves, that we may reconcile its Enemies to a good opinion of it; pn31 vbz av pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
33 that we may procure, and even force regard and veneration towards it. The Gnosticks had disgrac'd the Christian Faith, by their seditious, sensual, and licentious Doctrines; that we may procure, and even force regard and veneration towards it. The Gnostics had disgraced the Christian Faith, by their seditious, sensual, and licentious Doctrines; cst pns12 vmb vvi, cc av vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. dt n2 vhd vvn dt njp n1, p-acp po32 j, j, cc j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
34 some against the common interest of Society; as this, That Christians were exempt from Obedience to their Governours; Some against the Common Interest of Society; as this, That Christians were exempt from obedience to their Governors; d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; c-acp d, cst np1 vbdr j p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
35 That Christian Servants were, ipso facto, manumiss'd: Some against common honesty; as, That the Disciples might dissemble their Religion; That Christian Servants were, ipso facto, manumissed: some against Common honesty; as, That the Disciples might dissemble their Religion; cst np1 n2 vbdr, fw-la fw-la, vvn: d p-acp j n1; c-acp, cst dt n2 vmd vvi po32 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
36 or, if hardly press'd, Might apostatize in case of Persecution; or, if hardly pressed, Might apostatise in case of Persecution; cc, cs av vvn, vmd vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
37 that by a clearer light, it was revealed to them, That sensual lusts might safely be indulg'd. that by a clearer Light, it was revealed to them, That sensual Lustiest might safely be indulged. cst p-acp dt jc n1, pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno32, cst j n2 vmd av-j vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
38 And hence our Religion was blasphemed, as a Doctrine that overturned the World, moved Sedition, and corrupted the People. And hence our Religion was blasphemed, as a Doctrine that overturned the World, moved Sedition, and corrupted the People. cc av po12 n1 vbds vvn, c-acp dt n1 cst vvd dt n1, vvd n1, cc vvd dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
39 And this was the occasion of this Epistle, in which the Apostle recites and recommends the principal Laws of Christian Life, And this was the occasion of this Epistle, in which the Apostle recites and recommends the principal Laws of Christian Life, cc d vbds dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz cc vvz dt j-jn n2 pp-f njp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
40 for this very end, in a more especial manner, that the progress of the Gnostick Heresie might be prevented, the mouths of Adversaries stopp'd, the honour of our Religion retrieved, for this very end, in a more especial manner, that the progress of the Gnostic Heresy might be prevented, the mouths of Adversaries stopped, the honour of our Religion retrieved, p-acp d j n1, p-acp dt av-dc j n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1 vmd vbi vvn, dt n2 pp-f n2 vvn, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
41 and the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things magnified, and adorn'd. 3. Thirdly and lastly, By the They in the Text, the Persons upon whom this duty is incumbent, we may fairly understand the whole Body of Christians. and the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things magnified, and adorned. 3. Thirdly and lastly, By the They in the Text, the Persons upon whom this duty is incumbent, we may fairly understand the Whole Body of Christians. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1 p-acp d n2 vvn, cc vvn. crd ord cc ord, p-acp dt pns32 p-acp dt n1, dt n2 p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbz vvn, pns12 vmb av-j vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
42 All that name the Name of Christ, let them adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things; All that name the Name of christ, let them adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things; av-d d n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno32 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1 p-acp d n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
43 for he presently urges a motive that is general, and which equally concerns all states and conditions of men whatever, v. 11. For the Grace of God which bringeth Salvation, hath appeared to all men, teaching us to deny Ungodliness, for he presently urges a motive that is general, and which equally concerns all states and conditions of men whatever, v. 11. For the Grace of God which brings Salvation, hath appeared to all men, teaching us to deny Ungodliness, c-acp pns31 av-j vvz dt n1 cst vbz j, cc r-crq av-j vvz d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 r-crq, n1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1, vhz vvn p-acp d n2, vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
44 and Worldly Lusts, and to live soberly, &c. And thus much for the literal construction of the words. and Worldly Lustiest, and to live soberly, etc. And thus much for the literal construction of the words. cc j n2, cc pc-acp vvi av-j, av cc av av-d c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
45 II. I proceed, as I proposed in the second place, to consider the nature, the acts, II I proceed, as I proposed in the second place, to Consider the nature, the acts, crd pns11 vvb, c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
46 and exercises of the Duty it self, in what it consists, and when a Man may be said to Adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things. and exercises of the Duty it self, in what it consists, and when a Man may be said to Adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things. cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz, cc c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1 p-acp d n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
47 The Grace of God, says the Apostle, has appeared, has brought Salvation to us, has manifested a Divine Authority; The Grace of God, Says the Apostle, has appeared, has brought Salvation to us, has manifested a Divine authority; dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz dt n1, vhz vvn, vhz vvn n1 p-acp pno12, vhz vvn dt j-jn n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
48 we our selves pretend to believe it, we adore the Mystery, and are baptized into it: we our selves pretend to believe it, we adore the Mystery, and Are baptised into it: pns12 po12 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, pns12 vvb dt n1, cc vbr vvn p-acp pn31: (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
49 If this be so, then adorn the Religion ye profess, do it Honour, do it Right, That the sound thereof may go forth into all lands; If this be so, then adorn the Religion you profess, do it Honour, do it Right, That the found thereof may go forth into all Lands; cs d vbb av, av vvb dt n1 pn22 vvb, vdb pn31 n1, vdb pn31 av-jn, cst dt n1 av vmb vvi av p-acp d n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
50 that at the name of Jesus every knee may bow, Phil. 2.10. that At the name of jesus every knee may bow, Philip 2.10. cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 d n1 vmb vvi, np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
51 Now the Doctrine of our Saviour is rightly divided into Articles of Faith, and Precepts of Life. Now the Doctrine of our Saviour is rightly divided into Articles of Faith, and Precepts of Life. av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz av-jn vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
52 I shall therefore consider, how a Man may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour. 1. First, As it is a rule of Faith. 2. Secondly, As it is a rule of Life. I shall Therefore Consider, how a Man may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour. 1. First, As it is a Rule of Faith. 2. Secondly, As it is a Rule of Life. pns11 vmb av vvi, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1. crd ord, p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. crd ord, p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
53 1. First, As the Doctrine of our Saviour is a rule of Faith, or an institution of Religion, which we believe and own as of Divine Authority. 1. First, As the Doctrine of our Saviour is a Rule of Faith, or an Institution of Religion, which we believe and own as of Divine authority. crd ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns12 vvb cc d c-acp pp-f j-jn n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
54 It has been always a great Objection against our Religion, that the wise impose it upon the credulous and easy multitude, It has been always a great Objection against our Religion, that the wise impose it upon the credulous and easy multitude, pn31 vhz vbn av dt j n1 p-acp po12 n1, cst dt j vvi pn31 p-acp dt j cc j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
55 as an useful instrument of Peace and Society, whilst these do but laugh at their folly, as an useful Instrument of Peace and Society, while these do but laugh At their folly, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cs d vdb p-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
56 and make use of their Conscience of Religion to the advantages of Policy and Ambition. and make use of their Conscience of Religion to the advantages of Policy and Ambition. cc vvi n1 pp-f po32 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
57 We shall therefore adorn our Religion, and do it honour in the World, if we shall manifest, beyond any reasonable exception, that we unfeignedly assent unto it, that we firmly believe it to be, what we pretend, of Divine Original. We shall Therefore adorn our Religion, and do it honour in the World, if we shall manifest, beyond any reasonable exception, that we unfeignedly assent unto it, that we firmly believe it to be, what we pretend, of Divine Original. pns12 vmb av vvi po12 n1, cc vdb pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vmb vvi, p-acp d j n1, cst pns12 av-j vvi p-acp pn31, cst pns12 av-j vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi, r-crq pns12 vvb, pp-f j-jn j-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
58 And this will be evident to all, If 1. First, Our Faith be perfect and intire. And this will be evident to all, If 1. First, Our Faith be perfect and entire. cc d vmb vbi j p-acp d, cs crd ord, po12 n1 vbi j cc j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
59 If we receive our Religion as it is in it self, in all its parts, in every Article, and in their plainest sence. If we receive our Religion as it is in it self, in all its parts, in every Article, and in their Plainest sense. cs pns12 vvb po12 n1 c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pn31 n1, p-acp d po31 n2, p-acp d n1, cc p-acp po32 js n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
60 To pack a Religion or Creed according to our own Affections, Interests, or Passions, is as easily discerned by others, To pack a Religion or Creed according to our own Affections, Interests, or Passion, is as Easily discerned by Others, p-acp n1 dt n1 cc n1 vvg p-acp po12 d n2, n2, cc n2, vbz p-acp av-j vvn p-acp n2-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
61 as it is nauseous and contemptible in it self. There is nothing which we more detest than a Religious Cheat. as it is nauseous and contemptible in it self. There is nothing which we more detest than a Religious Cheat. c-acp pn31 vbz j cc j p-acp pn31 n1. pc-acp vbz pix q-crq pns12 av-dc vvb cs dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
62 Few are so patient as to consider that Religion soberly, whose Disciples are observed to prevaricate in their profession, to alter, change, extinguish, add or expound, as serves their interest: Few Are so patient as to Consider that Religion soberly, whose Disciples Are observed to prevaricate in their profession, to altar, change, extinguish, add or expound, as serves their Interest: d vbr av j c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 av-j, rg-crq n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi, n1, vvb, vvb cc vvi, c-acp vvz po32 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
63 I do not say they should do so, but it is incident to humane nature to abhor the Religion it self, I do not say they should do so, but it is incident to humane nature to abhor the Religion it self, pns11 vdb xx vvi pns32 vmd vdi av, cc-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pn31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
64 and the persons so abusing it, without any farther disquisition. and the Persons so abusing it, without any farther disquisition. cc dt n2 av vvg pn31, p-acp d jc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
65 But if it be evident, that we embrace the truth in the Love of it, that we submit our Judgment and our Interests intirely to it, we shall cause it to be considered with Reverence and Respect: But if it be evident, that we embrace the truth in the Love of it, that we submit our Judgement and our Interests entirely to it, we shall cause it to be considered with reverence and Respect: cc-acp cs pn31 vbb j, cst pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst pns12 vvb po12 n1 cc po12 n2 av-j p-acp pn31, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
66 It is not easy to condemn the judgment of considerable numbers of Men, in all things else as wary and judicious as any other, whose understanding, interest, It is not easy to condemn the judgement of considerable numbers of Men, in all things Else as wary and judicious as any other, whose understanding, Interest, pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2 pp-f n2, p-acp d n2 av p-acp j cc j c-acp d n-jn, rg-crq n1, n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
67 and affections, are subjected to this Religion. It is but natural to infer, that it must certainly have appeared with great Authority, and affections, Are subjected to this Religion. It is but natural to infer, that it must Certainly have appeared with great authority, cc n2, vbr vvn p-acp d n1. pn31 vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vmb av-j vhi vvn p-acp j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
68 or else it would never have been received with such respect, sincerity, and self-denial. or Else it would never have been received with such respect, sincerity, and self-denial. cc av pn31 vmd av vhi vbn vvn p-acp d n1, n1, cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
69 2. Again, We shall adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour, considered in general, as a System of Faith, 2. Again, We shall adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour, considered in general, as a System of Faith, crd av, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1, vvn p-acp n1, c-acp dt fw-la pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
70 or an institution of Religion which we receive, and own as of Divine Authority; if we are steddy, firm, and constant in the profession of it. or an Institution of Religion which we receive, and own as of Divine authority; if we Are steady, firm, and constant in the profession of it. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, cc d c-acp pp-f j-jn n1; cs pns12 vbr j, j, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
71 If we are grounded, and setled, and are not to be moved from the hope of the Gospel, as the Apostle speaks, Col. 1.23. If we Are grounded, and settled, and Are not to be moved from the hope of the Gospel, as the Apostle speaks, Col. 1.23. cs pns12 vbr vvn, cc vvn, cc vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
72 If we shall be so establisht, that when Tribulation cometh we shall not be offended, St. Mat. 17.21. we shall then advance the Reputation and Honour of our Religion. If we shall be so established, that when Tribulation comes we shall not be offended, Saint Mathew 17.21. we shall then advance the Reputation and Honour of our Religion. cs pns12 vmb vbi av vvn, cst c-crq n1 vvz pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn, n1 np1 crd. pns12 vmb av vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
73 Courage and Constancy are apt, in their nature, to provoke admiration, to remove prejudices, to beget an opinion of sincerity in the persons, of the weight and authority of the doctrine it self, which they so steddily confess. Courage and Constancy Are apt, in their nature, to provoke admiration, to remove prejudices, to beget an opinion of sincerity in the Persons, of the weight and Authority of the Doctrine it self, which they so steadily confess. n1 cc n1 vbr j, p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi n1, pc-acp vvi n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2, pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1, r-crq pns32 av av-j vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
74 Forasmuch as no Man will suffer much for a School Question, or an indifferent Proposition. Forasmuch as no Man will suffer much for a School Question, or an indifferent Proposition. av c-acp dx n1 vmb vvi av-d p-acp dt n1 n1, cc dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
75 Thus Act. 26. v. 28. The King, says St. Paul (when he was upon his Tryal for his Religion) knows these things, before whom I speak freely. Thus Act. 26. v. 28. The King, Says Saint Paul (when he was upon his Trial for his Religion) knows these things, before whom I speak freely. av n1 crd n1 crd dt n1, vvz n1 np1 (c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1) vvz d n2, p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb av-j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
76 And Agrippa said unto Paul, almost thou perswadest me to be a Christian: so great is the force of Constancy and Assurance. And Agrippa said unto Paul, almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian: so great is the force of Constancy and Assurance. np1 np1 vvd p-acp np1, av pns21 vv2 pno11 pc-acp vbi dt njp: av j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
77 Thus Act. 4. v. 13. When they saw the boldness of Peter and John, they marvelled. It startled the Rulers and Judges, (for these are the they here) and the people glorified God for that which was done. Thus Act. 4. v. 13. When they saw the boldness of Peter and John, they marveled. It startled the Rulers and Judges, (for these Are the they Here) and the people glorified God for that which was done. av n1 crd n1 crd c-crq pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, pns32 vvd. pn31 vvd dt n2 cc n2, (c-acp d vbr dt pns32 av) cc dt n1 vvn np1 p-acp d r-crq vbds vdn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
78 Wherefore, though this be no infallible test of truth; Wherefore, though this be not infallible test of truth; c-crq, cs d vbb xx j n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
79 yet, in effect, there always was, and ever will be, a regard, a deference to that Religion, which the Proselytes are content to attest with their Lives. yet, in Effect, there always was, and ever will be, a regard, a deference to that Religion, which the Proselytes Are content to attest with their Lives. av, p-acp n1, a-acp av vbds, cc av vmb vbi, dt n1, dt n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq dt n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
80 But to change our Religion with our Interest, or for fear; to dissemble, coin, distinguish, and equivocate, reflects dishonour and contempt upon it. But to change our Religion with our Interest, or for Fear; to dissemble, coin, distinguish, and equivocate, reflects dishonour and contempt upon it. p-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc p-acp n1; pc-acp vvi, n1, vvb, cc vvi, vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
81 Who can consider it as any thing more than an humane invention, or an artifice of state, where they observe its Votaries, to use such a boldness towards it, Who can Consider it as any thing more than an humane invention, or an artifice of state, where they observe its Votaries, to use such a boldness towards it, q-crq vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d n1 av-dc cs dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vvb po31 n2, pc-acp vvi d dt n1 p-acp pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
82 as is inconsistent with the belief of its Divine Authority? But there were false Prophets amongst the people, says St. Peter; these were the Gnosticks, who taught the lawfulness of a dissembled Apostacy, in case of persecution, and many shall follow their pernicious ways, and what is the consequence? By reason of whom the way of truth shall be evil spoken of. That is the second. as is inconsistent with the belief of its Divine authority? But there were false prophets among the people, Says Saint Peter; these were the Gnostics, who taught the lawfulness of a dissembled Apostasy, in case of persecution, and many shall follow their pernicious ways, and what is the consequence? By reason of whom the Way of truth shall be evil spoken of. That is the second. c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1? p-acp a-acp vbdr j n2 p-acp dt n1, vvz n1 np1; d vbdr dt n2, r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc d vmb vvi po32 j n2, cc r-crq vbz dt n1? p-acp n1 pp-f ro-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi j-jn vvn pp-f. cst vbz dt ord. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
83 3. Thirdly and lastly, We shall adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour, considered in general, 3. Thirdly and lastly, We shall adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour, considered in general, crd ord cc ord, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1, vvn p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
84 as a system of Faith, or an institution of Religion, which we receive as of Divine Authority, as a system of Faith, or an Institution of Religion, which we receive as of Divine authority, c-acp dt fw-la pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns12 vvb a-acp pp-f j-jn n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
85 if we shall express an Affection, a prudent Zeal in the Profession of it. if we shall express an Affection, a prudent Zeal in the Profession of it. cs pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
86 For by these we testifie, not only our conviction of the truth, but a high satisfaction in the Religion it self. For by these we testify, not only our conviction of the truth, but a high satisfaction in the Religion it self. p-acp p-acp d pns12 vvb, xx av-j po12 n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
87 Zeal for Religion consists in a careful study of the Law it self, that we may be able to give a reason of the hope that is in us; Zeal for Religion consists in a careful study of the Law it self, that we may be able to give a reason of the hope that is in us; n1 p-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno12; (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
88 in a constant devout attendance upon all our Religious Rites, and solemn Services; in a vigorous endeavour, as much as in us lies, to propagate and advance it; in a constant devout attendance upon all our Religious Rites, and solemn Services; in a vigorous endeavour, as much as in us lies, to propagate and advance it; p-acp dt j j n1 p-acp d po12 j n2, cc j n2; p-acp dt j n1, c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno12 vvz, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
89 to suppress Prophaneness, Heresie, and Schism in our place and station. to suppress Profaneness, Heresy, and Schism in our place and station. pc-acp vvi n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
90 It will be believed, that there is Divinity, and Worth in that Religion, that is so heartily embrac'd, It will be believed, that there is Divinity, and Worth in that Religion, that is so heartily embraced, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst pc-acp vbz n1, cc j p-acp d n1, cst vbz av av-j vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
91 and so well belov'd of its Disciples. But a coldness, an indifference to its honour and interest, will bring it into disrepute. and so well Beloved of its Disciples. But a coldness, an indifference to its honour and Interest, will bring it into disrepute. cc av av vvn pp-f po31 n2. p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
92 Who will believe we esteem our Religion divine or pure, that observes so general a neglect of Religious Worship, such a bold licentious progress of Heresie and Schism, which every day gains more and more upon us. Who will believe we esteem our Religion divine or pure, that observes so general a neglect of Religious Worship, such a bold licentious progress of Heresy and Schism, which every day gains more and more upon us. q-crq vmb vvi pns12 vvb po12 n1 j-jn cc j, cst vvz av j dt n1 pp-f j n1, d dt j j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq d n1 vvz dc cc av-dc p-acp pno12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
93 And thus I have considered how we may demean our selves in the profession of our Religion, that we may adorn it, that we may raise and support the reputation of it in the World. And thus I have considered how we may demean our selves in the profession of our Religion, that we may adorn it, that we may raise and support the reputation of it in the World. cc av pns11 vhb vvn c-crq pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31, cst pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
94 2. I proceed, as I proposed, in the second place, to consider how we may so order our Christian Conversation, that we may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour, as it is a rule of Life and Manners. 2. I proceed, as I proposed, in the second place, to Consider how we may so order our Christian Conversation, that we may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour, as it is a Rule of Life and Manners. crd pns11 vvb, c-acp pns11 vvd, p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq pns12 vmb av vvi po12 np1 n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
95 And to this purpose it is absolutely necessary. 1. First, That our Obedience be Entire and Universal. And to this purpose it is absolutely necessary. 1. First, That our obedience be Entire and Universal. cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz av-j j. crd ord, cst po12 n1 vbi j cc j-u. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
96 For if we believe the Divine Authority of our Religion, it is not possible we should presume to pick and cull such duties only, For if we believe the Divine authority of our Religion, it is not possible we should presume to pick and cull such duties only, p-acp cs pns12 vvb dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1, pn31 vbz xx j pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n2 av-j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
97 as shall best agree with our interests and affections, because we are equally obliged to every part, as shall best agree with our interests and affections, Because we Are equally obliged to every part, c-acp vmb av-js vvi p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, c-acp pns12 vbr av-jn vvn p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
98 and are taught, that He that offends in one point is guilty of all. and Are taught, that He that offends in one point is guilty of all. cc vbr vvn, cst pns31 cst vvz p-acp crd n1 vbz j pp-f d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
99 And therefore if we believe, that our Religion was composed by infinite Wisdom, and will be required at our hands by Infinite Power and Justice, according to the tenour of the Law, it is not possible we should be guilty of such Presumption. And Therefore if we believe, that our Religion was composed by infinite Wisdom, and will be required At our hands by Infinite Power and justice, according to the tenor of the Law, it is not possible we should be guilty of such Presumption. cc av cs pns12 vvb, cst po12 n1 vbds vvn p-acp j n1, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp j n1 cc n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz xx j pns12 vmd vbi j pp-f d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
100 So that a partial Obedience demonstrates our Religion to be humane, to be our own; So that a partial obedience demonstrates our Religion to be humane, to be our own; av cst dt j n1 vvz po12 n1 pc-acp vbi j, pc-acp vbi po12 d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
101 not to be our rule, but our subject, which we govern as we please our selves; not to be our Rule, but our Subject, which we govern as we please our selves; xx pc-acp vbi po12 n1, cc-acp po12 n-jn, r-crq pns12 vvb c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
102 and therefore the Adversaries of it will abhor our pretences, and our Religion too. and Therefore the Adversaries of it will abhor our pretences, and our Religion too. cc av dt n2 pp-f pn31 vmb vvi po12 n2, cc po12 n1 av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
103 Thou that makest thy boast of the law, through breaking the law, says St. Paul, dishonourest thou the Law? (by chusing some and neglecting other duties, Thou that Makest thy boast of the law, through breaking the law, Says Saint Paul, dishonourest thou the Law? (by choosing Some and neglecting other duties, pns21 cst vv2 po21 n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg dt n1, vvz n1 np1, vv2 pns21 dt n1? (p-acp vvg d cc vvg j-jn n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
104 as the Apostle himself expounds it,) For the name of God is blasphemed amongst the Gentiles through you, Rom. 2.23. as the Apostle himself expounds it,) For the name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles through you, Rom. 2.23. c-acp dt n1 px31 vvz pn31,) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2-j p-acp pn22, np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
105 But besides, unless our Obedience be intire, the beauty of our Religion will be obscur'd. There is a connexion, a dependency of Christian Graces one upon another; But beside, unless our obedience be entire, the beauty of our Religion will be obscured. There is a connexion, a dependency of Christian Graces one upon Another; p-acp a-acp, cs po12 n1 vbi j, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn. pc-acp vbz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f njp n2 crd p-acp n-jn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
106 wheresoever therefore the Chain is broken, there is a kind of inconsistency, an harshness, a disagreement. wheresoever Therefore the Chain is broken, there is a kind of inconsistency, an harshness, a disagreement. c-crq av dt vvb vbz vvn, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1, dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
107 But if our Life shall be all of a piece, acted by one and the same Christian Principle in all things, we shall then lay open, But if our Life shall be all of a piece, acted by one and the same Christian Principle in all things, we shall then lay open, p-acp cs po12 n1 vmb vbi d pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp crd cc dt d np1 n1 p-acp d n2, pns12 vmb av vvi j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
108 and expose our Religion to view in its proper colours. We shall display its symmetry and proportion to the eyes of all men. and expose our Religion to view in its proper colours. We shall display its symmetry and proportion to the eyes of all men. cc vvb po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j n2. pns12 vmb vvi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
109 If thy whole body, says our Saviour to our present purpose, be full of light, having no dark part, the whole shall be full of light, St. Luk. 11.36. If thy Whole body, Says our Saviour to our present purpose, be full of Light, having no dark part, the Whole shall be full of Light, Saint Luk. 11.36. cs po21 j-jn n1, vvz po12 n1 p-acp po12 j n1, vbb j pp-f n1, vhg dx j n1, dt j-jn vmb vbi j pp-f n1, n1 np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
110 If no faculty be left unwrought upon, no evil affection unsubdued, if we are intirely united to our Religion, If no faculty be left unwrought upon, no evil affection unsubdued, if we Are entirely united to our Religion, cs dx n1 vbb vvn j p-acp, dx j-jn n1 j-vvn-u, cs pns12 vbr av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
111 if we understand, believe, desire and act by the laws thereof, we shall advance its honour in the World; if we understand, believe, desire and act by the laws thereof, we shall advance its honour in the World; cs pns12 vvb, vvb, vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n2 av, pns12 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
112 both out Religion and our Life will be the common object of respect and love. both out Religion and our Life will be the Common Object of respect and love. d av n1 cc po12 n1 vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
113 That is the first. 2. Secondly, That we may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour, considered as a Rule of Life, it is necessary that our Obedience be free and chearful; That is the First. 2. Secondly, That we may adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour, considered as a Rule of Life, it is necessary that our obedience be free and cheerful; cst vbz dt ord. crd ord, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz j cst po12 n1 vbi j cc j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
114 that we part with our selves, with our own self-will, and sensual Appetites, without hesitation or complaint, not by constraint, but willingly. that we part with our selves, with our own self-will, and sensual Appetites, without hesitation or complaint, not by constraint, but willingly. cst pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 d n1, cc j n2, p-acp n1 cc n1, xx p-acp n1, cc-acp av-j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
115 For such a ready practice, will express the Graces of our Religion more smartly, more to the Life: For such a ready practice, will express the Graces of our Religion more smartly, more to the Life: p-acp d dt j n1, vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 av-dc av-j, av-dc p-acp dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
116 and those who observe it, will have reason to be in love with it for it selt, and those who observe it, will have reason to be in love with it for it selt, cc d r-crq vvb pn31, vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pn31 c-acp pn31 vvd, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
117 and to be throughly reconciled to such a Yoke, which they find is so easy, so pleasant to those who bear it. and to be thoroughly reconciled to such a Yoke, which they find is so easy, so pleasant to those who bear it. cc pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp d dt n1, r-crq pns32 vvb vbz av j, av j p-acp d r-crq vvb pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
118 Do all things, says the Apostle, without murmuring, and without disputing, let your Obedience be prompt and chearful, forward, Do all things, Says the Apostle, without murmuring, and without disputing, let your obedience be prompt and cheerful, forward, vdb d n2, vvz dt n1, p-acp vvg, cc p-acp vvg, vvb po22 n1 vbb j cc j, j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
119 and without regret, that ye may be blameless, without rebuke in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, amongst whom ye then shall shine as lights in the World, Phil. 2.14, 15. That is the second. 3 Thirdly, We shall adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour, considered as a Rule of Life; and without regret, that you may be blameless, without rebuke in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you then shall shine as lights in the World, Philip 2.14, 15. That is the second. 3 Thirdly, We shall adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour, considered as a Rule of Life; cc p-acp n1, cst pn22 vmb vbi j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, p-acp ro-crq pn22 av vmb vvi p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd, crd cst vbz dt ord. crd ord, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
120 if in cases doubtful we determine our practice on the side of the Law, and of our Duty. if in cases doubtful we determine our practice on the side of the Law, and of our Duty. cs p-acp n2 j pns12 vvb po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f po12 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
121 No institution of Religion can be so particular as to provide for all the circumstances of duties, No Institution of Religion can be so particular as to provide for all the Circumstances of duties, dx n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
122 because they are as infinite as the relations, means, and tendencies of things. Because they Are as infinite as the relations, means, and tendencies of things. c-acp pns32 vbr a-acp j c-acp dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
123 If we therefore shall look beyond the letter of the Law, if we consider what is Lovely, and of good report, as well as what is barely Just and Necessary; if we walk by the analogy of Faith; If we Therefore shall look beyond the Letter of the Law, if we Consider what is Lovely, and of good report, as well as what is barely Just and Necessary; if we walk by the analogy of Faith; cs pns12 av vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pns12 vvb r-crq vbz j, cc pp-f j n1, c-acp av c-acp r-crq vbz av-j j cc j; cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
124 if we endeavour to be perfect as God it perfect, to proceed from one degree of Grace unto another, we shall certainly bring our Religion into honour and esteem. if we endeavour to be perfect as God it perfect, to proceed from one degree of Grace unto Another, we shall Certainly bring our Religion into honour and esteem. cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi j c-acp np1 pn31 j, pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n-jn, pns12 vmb av-j vvi po12 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
125 It will be believed that we heartily embrace it, that we truly love it, when it is evident, that we have wholly resolv'd our selves into it. It will be believed that we heartily embrace it, that we truly love it, when it is evident, that we have wholly resolved our selves into it. pn31 vmb vbi vvn cst pns12 av-j vvb pn31, cst pns12 av-j vvb pn31, c-crq pn31 vbz j, cst pns12 vhb av-jn vvn po12 n2 p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
126 By such a true Affection, by such a prudent Zeal, it will appear our choice, our delight, By such a true Affection, by such a prudent Zeal, it will appear our choice, our delight, p-acp d dt j n1, p-acp d dt j n1, pn31 vmb vvi po12 n1, po12 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
127 and our ultimate end, which cannot but subdue the prejudices of its Enemies. and our ultimate end, which cannot but subdue the prejudices of its Enemies. cc po12 j n1, r-crq vmbx cc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
128 Who could withstand the power of our Religion, if it were thus sincerely and throughly imbib'd? Whereas a shrivell'd, narrow Vertue, that stands upon terms with God, Who could withstand the power of our Religion, if it were thus sincerely and thoroughly imbibed? Whereas a shriveled, narrow Virtue, that Stands upon terms with God, q-crq vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cs pn31 vbdr av av-j cc av-j vvn? cs dt j-vvn, j n1, cst vvz p-acp n2 p-acp np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
129 and considers how far we may indulge our selves, without the violation of some great and notorious Law, dishonours our Religion, and considers how Far we may indulge our selves, without the violation of Some great and notorious Law, dishonours our Religion, cc vvz c-crq av-j pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n1, vvz po12 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
130 and depresses the credit of Christianity. and depresses the credit of Christianity. cc vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
131 How should it be thought any other than a tyrannous superstition, when it appears a disease, a burden, How should it be Thought any other than a tyrannous Superstition, when it appears a disease, a burden, q-crq vmd pn31 vbi vvn d n-jn cs dt j n1, c-crq pn31 vvz dt n1, dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
132 an abhorrence to the Disciples of it? That is the third. 4. Fourthly and lastly, We shall adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour, an abhorrence to the Disciples of it? That is the third. 4. Fourthly and lastly, We shall adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour, dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31? cst vbz dt ord. crd ord cc ord, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
133 as it is a Rule of Life, by an eminent practice of some particular Vertues, as of Mercy and Charity: as it is a Rule of Life, by an eminent practice of Some particular Virtues, as of Mercy and Charity: c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j n2, c-acp pp-f n1 cc n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
134 wheresoever these are express'd to the Life, habitually, bountifully, freely; all that observe it, will esteem the Religion from whence such a Spirit flows. wheresoever these Are expressed to the Life, habitually, bountifully, freely; all that observe it, will esteem the Religion from whence such a Spirit flows. c-crq d vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, av-j, av-j, av-j; d cst vvb pn31, vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp c-crq d dt n1 vvz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
135 Who is not apt to favour his Opinions, whose Goodness is conspicuous, or who has done us any signal favours? Is it not the common sentiment of all Mankind, that Religion is design'd to mend the World, to, correct the roughness that is superinduc'd upon our nature, Who is not apt to favour his Opinions, whose goodness is conspicuous, or who has done us any signal favours? Is it not the Common sentiment of all Mankind, that Religion is designed to mend the World, to, correct the roughness that is superinduced upon our nature, q-crq vbz xx j pc-acp vvi po31 n2, rg-crq n1 vbz j, cc r-crq vhz vdn pno12 d n1 n2? vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 pp-f d n1, cst n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp, vvb dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
136 and the selfishness of our ends, to inlarge our spirits into a generous respect to each others good, to fix the Laws of our nature more close upon us, by the accession of Divine Command? Wheresoever therefore the social Vertues, universal Love, a Catholick temper, humanity, mercy, bounty and a readiness to forgive, shine and are eminent, there our Religion will be honoured and esteem'd, and the selfishness of our ends, to enlarge our spirits into a generous respect to each Others good, to fix the Laws of our nature more close upon us, by the accession of Divine Command? Wheresoever Therefore the social Virtues, universal Love, a Catholic temper, humanity, mercy, bounty and a readiness to forgive, shine and Are eminent, there our Religion will be honoured and esteemed, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n2-jn j, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 av-dc av-j p-acp pno12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1? c-crq av dt j n2, j n1, dt njp n1, n1, n1, n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb cc vbr j, a-acp po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
137 as a Doctrine that is a publick blessing to the World. as a Doctrine that is a public blessing to the World. c-acp dt n1 cst vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
138 And thus our Saviour commanded the multitude [ five thousand persons ] to sit down on the grass, And thus our Saviour commanded the multitude [ five thousand Persons ] to fit down on the grass, cc av po12 n1 vvd dt n1 [ crd crd n2 ] pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
139 and fed then, by a Miracle, till they were fill'd. And what was the effect of this Miraculous Bounty? Why, they were in love with such a Teacher, and said, of a truth this is the Prophet which should come into the World, St. Jo. 6.14. and fed then, by a Miracle, till they were filled. And what was the Effect of this Miraculous Bounty? Why, they were in love with such a Teacher, and said, of a truth this is the Prophet which should come into the World, Saint John 6.14. cc vvd av, p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn. cc r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f d j n1? uh-crq, pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n1, cc vvd, pp-f dt n1 d vbz dt n1 r-crq vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, n1 np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
140 And thus ye may see both the meaning, and the practice of this duty. And thus you may see both the meaning, and the practice of this duty. cc av pn22 vmb vvi d dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
141 And if we well observe these rules and measures I have now laid down, we may certainly know, whatsoever our calling, station, And if we well observe these rules and measures I have now laid down, we may Certainly know, whatsoever our calling, station, cc cs pns12 av vvb d n2 cc n2 pns11 vhb av vvn a-acp, pns12 vmb av-j vvi, r-crq po12 n-vvg, n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
142 or profession may be, whether our Christian conversation is such as adorns the Doctrine of God our Saviour; or profession may be, whither our Christian Conversation is such as adorns the Doctrine of God our Saviour; cc n1 vmb vbi, cs po12 njp n1 vbz d c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
143 nay, we may judge of every action we do, whether it tends to the honour of our Religion or no. nay, we may judge of every actium we do, whither it tends to the honour of our Religion or no. uh-x, pns12 vmb vvi pp-f d n1 pns12 vdb, cs pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc uh-dx. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
144 Every Man that is honest and sincere, may easily apply these general Rules to any particular instance that shall be before him. Every Man that is honest and sincere, may Easily apply these general Rules to any particular instance that shall be before him. np1 n1 cst vbz j cc j, vmb av-j vvi d j n2 p-acp d j n1 cst vmb vbi p-acp pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
145 For all that has been said is no more than this, That a Man that would render his Religion lovely and amiable in the World, must entertain it in all its parts and Articles, promote it zealously, confess it steddily, practise it chearfully, depart from his Liberty, in doubtful cases freely, in all his actions express a prudent Zeal, For all that has been said is no more than this, That a Man that would render his Religion lovely and amiable in the World, must entertain it in all its parts and Articles, promote it zealously, confess it steadily, practise it cheerfully, depart from his Liberty, in doubtful cases freely, in all his actions express a prudent Zeal, p-acp d cst vhz vbn vvn vbz dx dc cs d, cst dt n1 cst vmd vvi po31 n1 j cc j p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2, vvb pn31 av-j, vvb pn31 av-j, vvb pn31 av-j, vvb p-acp po31 n1, p-acp j n2 av-j, p-acp d po31 n2 vvi dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
146 but above all, that he have Fervent Charity, that God in all things may be Glorified, 1 Pet. 3.8. but above all, that he have Fervent Charity, that God in all things may be Glorified, 1 Pet. 3.8. cc-acp p-acp d, cst pns31 vhb j n1, cst np1 p-acp d n2 vmb vbi vvn, crd np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
147 And were our Religion received and practis'd according to these just directions, how would all the World be subdued and vanquisht by it? It would be the power of God to salvation, both to the Jews and Gentiles, 1 Cor. 1.24. when all dissembling and equivocation, when all disguises and hypocrisie, when sullen selfishness, and private interest, shall be banished the dominions of this Religion; And were our Religion received and practised according to these just directions, how would all the World be subdued and vanquished by it? It would be the power of God to salvation, both to the jews and Gentiles, 1 Cor. 1.24. when all dissembling and equivocation, when all disguises and hypocrisy, when sullen selfishness, and private Interest, shall be banished the Dominions of this Religion; cc vbdr po12 n1 vvn cc vvn vvg p-acp d j n2, q-crq vmd d dt n1 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31? pn31 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, av-d p-acp dt np2 cc np1, vvn np1 crd. c-crq d vvg cc n1, c-crq d n2 cc n1, c-crq j n1, cc j n1, vmb vbi vvn dt n2 pp-f d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
148 when no man shall seek his own, but every one anothers weal; when no man shall seek his own, but every one another's weal; c-crq dx n1 vmb vvi po31 d, p-acp d pi ng1-jn n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
149 when we shall Love our Neighbour as our selves, and do to others as we would they should do to us. when we shall Love our Neighbour as our selves, and do to Others as we would they should do to us. c-crq pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc vdb p-acp n2-jn p-acp pns12 vmd pns32 vmd vdi p-acp pno12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
150 How would Christendom be throng'd with those that would come from the furthest parts of the East, to behold the golden Age renewed, How would Christendom be thronged with those that would come from the furthest parts of the East, to behold the golden Age renewed, q-crq vmd np1 vbi vvn p-acp d cst vmd vvi p-acp dt js n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
151 and to pay their respect to that Religion which has thus restored the beauty of the humane nature? And thus much for the Duty. III. I proceed (but very briefly) to consider the reasons which oblige us, and the encouragements which may perswade us to the practice of it. and to pay their respect to that Religion which has thus restored the beauty of the humane nature? And thus much for the Duty. III. I proceed (but very briefly) to Consider the Reasons which oblige us, and the encouragements which may persuade us to the practice of it. cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vhz av vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j n1? cc av av-d c-acp dt n1. np1. pns11 vvb (cc-acp av av-j) pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq vvb pno12, cc dt n2 r-crq vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
152 And all those Arguments indeed, which oblige us to believe and practise, according to the directions of our Religion in general, do as firmly bind us to such degrees of Faith and Vertue, as shall adorn it. And all those Arguments indeed, which oblige us to believe and practise, according to the directions of our Religion in general, do as firmly bind us to such Degrees of Faith and Virtue, as shall adorn it. cc d d n2 av, r-crq vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1, vdb c-acp av-j vvb pno12 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp vmb vvi pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
153 For this is not a different duty, it is but the same thing in its just and proper measures; For this is not a different duty, it is but the same thing in its just and proper measures; p-acp d vbz xx dt j n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt d n1 p-acp po31 j cc j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
154 a more eminent Vertue, a more perfect Faith, a more excellent Life. a more eminent Virtue, a more perfect Faith, a more excellent Life. dt av-dc j n1, dt av-dc j n1, dt av-dc j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
155 But I shall only consider those at present, which appear more apposite and particular, and they are these that follow. But I shall only Consider those At present, which appear more apposite and particular, and they Are these that follow. p-acp pns11 vmb av-j vvi d p-acp j, r-crq n1 av-dc zz cc j, cc pns32 vbr d cst vvb. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
156 1. First, To adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour by such a Faith, and such a practice, 1. First, To adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour by such a Faith, and such a practice, crd ord, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1 p-acp d dt n1, cc d dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
157 as I have now describ'd, is the most infallible assurance, both to our selves and others, that our Principle is sincere and perfect. as I have now described, is the most infallible assurance, both to our selves and Others, that our Principle is sincere and perfect. c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn, vbz dt av-ds j n1, av-d p-acp po12 n2 cc n2-jn, cst po12 n1 vbz j cc j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
158 It cannot be denied but there are degrees of true Faith, and true Vertue, and that the Religion of our Saviour is urged upon us by a double Sanction, by the joys of Heaven, It cannot be denied but there Are Degrees of true Faith, and true Virtue, and that the Religion of our Saviour is urged upon us by a double Sanction, by the Joys of Heaven, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp a-acp vbr n2 pp-f j n1, cc j n1, cc cst dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
159 and by greater degrees of that Joy. The former shall be the reward of sincere Obedience, though in a lower measure; and by greater Degrees of that Joy. The former shall be the reward of sincere obedience, though in a lower measure; cc p-acp jc n2 pp-f d n1. dt j vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f j n1, cs p-acp dt jc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
160 the latter of a growing, abounding, perfect Faith and Life. the latter of a growing, abounding, perfect Faith and Life. dt d pp-f dt j-vvg, vvg, j n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
161 But however, though we do not say it is impossible, yet a staggering Faith, a starv'd ungrowing Vertue is very seldom true. But however, though we do not say it is impossible, yet a staggering Faith, a starved ungrowing Virtue is very seldom true. p-acp a-acp, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31 vbz j, av dt j-vvg n1, dt j-vvn j n1 vbz av av j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
162 For a Principle of true Religion is nothing less than a sense of the Divine Authority, Beauty and Goodness of the Law it selt, For a Principle of true Religion is nothing less than a sense of the Divine authority, Beauty and goodness of the Law it selt, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbz pix av-dc cs dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 vvd, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
163 an immoveable hope in the Promises, and a dread of the threatnings there delivered: an immoveable hope in the Promises, and a dread of the threatenings there Delivered: dt j n1 p-acp dt vvz, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2-vvg a-acp j-vvn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
164 And whosoever is affected in earnest with a sense of these things, will endeavour, by a natural promptitude, by a moral necessity, to pass from one degree of Grace to another, till he come to be perfect in Christ Jesus. And whosoever is affected in earnest with a sense of these things, will endeavour, by a natural promptitude, by a moral necessity, to pass from one degree of Grace to Another, till he come to be perfect in christ jesus. cc r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, vmb vvi, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn, c-acp pns31 vvb pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1 np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
165 Where can he stop who sincerely believes there is a Heaven before him? This then is the test of true Religion, that we find our Faith grow stronger, temptations weaker, with a freedom, Where can he stop who sincerely believes there is a Heaven before him? This then is the test of true Religion, that we find our Faith grow Stronger, temptations Weaker, with a freedom, q-crq vmb pns31 vvi r-crq av-j vvz a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pno31? np1 av vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, cst pns12 vvb po12 n1 vvb jc, n2 jc, p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
166 and chearfulness, in all Obedience to the will of God. and cheerfulness, in all obedience to the will of God. cc n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
167 Whosoever hath this hope in him, purifies himself, even as he is pure, says St. John, 1 Epist. 3.3. Whosoever hath this hope in him, Purifies himself, even as he is pure, Says Saint John, 1 Epistle 3.3. r-crq vhz d n1 p-acp pno31, vvz px31, av c-acp pns31 vbz j, vvz n1 np1, vvn np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
168 2. Secondly, Let us consider, that to live such a Life as shall cause our Religion to be esteem'd and honour'd in the World, is the greatest Blessing, 2. Secondly, Let us Consider, that to live such a Life as shall cause our Religion to be esteemed and honoured in the World, is the greatest Blessing, crd ord, vvb pno12 vvi, cst pc-acp vvi d dt n1 c-acp vmb vvi po12 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz dt js n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
169 as well to our selves, as others, that we can either imagine, or desire. as well to our selves, as Others, that we can either imagine, or desire. c-acp av p-acp po12 n2, c-acp n2-jn, cst pns12 vmb av-d vvi, cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
170 For He that converteth a sinner from the evil of his way, shall save a soul from death, For He that Converts a sinner from the evil of his Way, shall save a soul from death, p-acp pns31 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f po31 n1, vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
171 and shall hide a multitude of sins, Jam. 5.19, 20. What can more excite our Emulation, and shall hide a multitude of Sins, Jam. 5.19, 20. What can more excite our Emulation, cc vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, np1 crd, crd q-crq vmb av-dc vvi po12 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
172 than to stand in the place of the Apostles, to subdue prejudices, to mollifie hardned hearts, to work Miracles, to win Souls, than to stand in the place of the Apostles, to subdue prejudices, to mollify hardened hearts, to work Miracles, to win Souls, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pc-acp vvi n2, pc-acp vvi j-vvn n2, pc-acp vvi n2, pc-acp vvi n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
173 and inlarge the Kingdom of our Saviour. That's the second. and enlarge the Kingdom of our Saviour. That's the second. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. d|vbz dt ord. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
174 3. The third encouragement to such a profession and practice of our Religion as shall adorn it, are the particular Promises which are made to those who shall attain unto it. 3. The third encouragement to such a profession and practice of our Religion as shall adorn it, Are the particular Promises which Are made to those who shall attain unto it. crd dt ord n1 p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 c-acp vmb vvi pn31, vbr dt j vvz q-crq vbr vvn p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
175 The service is so eminent, that God has been pleased to encourage it by special Promises. The service is so eminent, that God has been pleased to encourage it by special Promises. dt n1 vbz av j, cst np1 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j vvz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
176 He that confesses me, says our Saviour, him will I confess, it, a particular manner, before my Father, St. Mat. 10.32. He that Confesses me, Says our Saviour, him will I confess, it, a particular manner, before my Father, Saint Mathew 10.32. pns31 cst vvz pno11, vvz po12 n1, pno31 vmb pns11 vvi, pn31, dt j n1, p-acp po11 n1, n1 np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
177 And again, When they reproach and persecute you, Rejoice and be exceeding glad, for great is your reward in Heaven, St. Mat. 5.11, 12. In a steddy Confession, And again, When they reproach and persecute you, Rejoice and be exceeding glad, for great is your reward in Heaven, Saint Mathew 5.11, 12. In a steady Confessi, cc av, c-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi pn22, vvb cc vbi vvg j, c-acp j vbz po22 n1 p-acp n1, n1 np1 crd, crd p-acp dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
178 and a most Holy Life, there is an assurance of Faith, a Zeal, an affection to the service of God, that is not common, and a most Holy Life, there is an assurance of Faith, a Zeal, an affection to the service of God, that is not Common, cc dt av-ds j n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz xx j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
179 even amongst those who are really good, and therefore it will be particularly considered. even among those who Are really good, and Therefore it will be particularly considered. av p-acp d r-crq vbr av-j j, cc av pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
180 St. Paul departed from his Liberty for the sake of the Gospel, and refused to accept of any maintenance from the people, 1 Cor. 9. And doing this willingly, says he, [ that is, without an express command ] I have a reward, v. 17. I shall have a particular consideration for it. Saint Paul departed from his Liberty for the sake of the Gospel, and refused to accept of any maintenance from the people, 1 Cor. 9. And doing this willingly, Says he, [ that is, without an express command ] I have a reward, v. 17. I shall have a particular consideration for it. n1 np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd cc vdg d av-vvg, vvz pns31, [ cst vbz, p-acp dt j n1 ] pns11 vhi dt n1, n1 crd pns11 vmb vhi dt j n1 p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
181 But on the other hand, a most dreadful wo is denounced against those, who, professing the Christian Religion, scandalize it, But on the other hand, a most dreadful woe is denounced against those, who, professing the Christian Religion, scandalise it, p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt av-ds j n1 vbz vvn p-acp d, r-crq, vvg dt njp n1, vvb pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
182 and cause it to be blasphemed by the unsteadiness of their Faith, or the debauchery of their Lives. and cause it to be blasphemed by the unsteadiness of their Faith, or the debauchery of their Lives. cc vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
183 Offences will come, says our Saviour, but wo unto those by whom they come. Offences will come, Says our Saviour, but woe unto those by whom they come. n2 vmb vvi, vvz po12 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
184 It were better that a milstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the midst of the Sea, Luk. 17.1, 2. That is the third. It were better that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the midst of the Sea, Luk. 17.1, 2. That is the third. pn31 vbdr jc cst dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd, crd cst vbz dt ord. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
185 4. The fourth and last encouragement to such a profession and practice of our Religion as shall recommend it in the World, is the particular peace and satisfaction which will arise from such a Faith and Life. 4. The fourth and last encouragement to such a profession and practice of our Religion as shall recommend it in the World, is the particular peace and satisfaction which will arise from such a Faith and Life. crd dt ord cc ord n1 p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 c-acp vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, vbz dt j n1 cc n1 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
186 All dejections and interruptions of our Peace, are the Judgment of our Consciences against us, that we have yielded to temptations, that we have press'd upon our Vertue to preserve our Pleasures, or our Interest: All dejections and interruptions of our Peace, Are the Judgement of our Consciences against us, that we have yielded to temptations, that we have pressed upon our Virtue to preserve our Pleasures, or our Interest: av-d n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n1, vbr dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vhb vvn p-acp n2, cst pns12 vhb vvn p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc po12 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
187 But he that is grounded and setled in his Faith, steady in his hope of the Promises, habitual, zealous, But he that is grounded and settled in his Faith, steady in his hope of the Promises, habitual, zealous, cc-acp pns31 cst vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, j p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt vvz, j, j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
188 and universal in the practice of his duty, will find his Peace as constant as his Principle, as inexpressible as his Love. and universal in the practice of his duty, will find his Peace as constant as his Principle, as inexpressible as his Love. cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmb vvi po31 n1 c-acp j c-acp po31 n1, c-acp j c-acp po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
189 To relieve the distress'd with a bushel of wheat, is but common humanity, says Plutarch; but what excess of joy did Phidias and Theophrastus find in those extraordinary actions of theirs; To relieve the distressed with a bushel of wheat, is but Common humanity, Says Plutarch; but what excess of joy did Phidias and Theophrastus find in those extraordinary actions of theirs; pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz cc-acp j n1, vvz np1; cc-acp q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vdd npg1 cc npg1 vvb p-acp d j n2 pp-f png32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
190 when they delivered their Country from Tyranny and Oppression? (Lib. de Tranq.) The Testimony of our Consciences, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, we have had our Conversation in the World, must needs be a Principle of great rejoicing. What expectation of Divine Assistance! What hope in difficulties! when they Delivered their Country from Tyranny and Oppression? (Lib. de Tranq.) The Testimony of our Consciences, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, we have had our Conversation in the World, must needs be a Principle of great rejoicing. What expectation of Divine Assistance! What hope in difficulties! c-crq pns32 vvd po32 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1? (np1 fw-fr fw-fr.) dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cst p-acp n1 cc j n1, pns12 vhb vhn po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb av vbi dt n1 pp-f j vvg. q-crq n1 pp-f j-jn n1! q-crq vvb p-acp n2! (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
191 What Confidence at the hour of Death, will he certainly find, who can truly say, Oh Lord remember how I have serv'd thee with a perfect heart! What Confidence At the hour of Death, will he Certainly find, who can truly say, O Lord Remember how I have served thee with a perfect heart! q-crq n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb pns31 av-j vvi, r-crq vmb av-j vvi, uh n1 vvb c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp dt j n1! (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
192 Thy Glory has been my principal aim and end, and thy Law my business and delight! Thy Glory has been my principal aim and end, and thy Law my business and delight! po21 n1 vhz vbn po11 j-jn n1 cc n1, cc po21 n1 po11 n1 cc n1! (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
193 And thus I have explained the Duty, and considered the Motives which may excite us to the practice of it: And thus I have explained the Duty, and considered the Motives which may excite us to the practice of it: cc av pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, cc vvd dt n2 r-crq vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
194 It now remains, that we endeavour, upon the force of all that has been said, to subdue our own Self will, It now remains, that we endeavour, upon the force of all that has been said, to subdue our own Self will, pn31 av vvz, cst pns12 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vhz vbn vvn, pc-acp vvi po12 d n1 vmb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
195 and sensual Appetites, and devote our selves to the Obedience of God, to the service and honour of our most Holy Faith. and sensual Appetites, and devote our selves to the obedience of God, to the service and honour of our most Holy Faith. cc j n2, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 av-ds j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
196 That we study the Beauty, Worth, and Perfection of our Religion; That we study the Beauty, Worth, and Perfection of our Religion; cst pns12 vvb dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f po12 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
197 the Goodness, Power and Faithfulness of the God we serve, that we may walk worthy of our Vocation, Eph. 4.1. That we may have our Conversation as becomes the Gospel, Phil. 1.27. That we may stand compleat and perfect in all the Will of God, Col. 4.12. the goodness, Power and Faithfulness of the God we serve, that we may walk worthy of our Vocation, Ephesians 4.1. That we may have our Conversation as becomes the Gospel, Philip 1.27. That we may stand complete and perfect in all the Will of God, Col. 4.12. dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb, cst pns12 vmb vvi j pp-f po12 n1, np1 crd. cst pns12 vmb vhi po12 n1 c-acp vvz dt n1, np1 crd. cst pns12 vmb vvi j cc j p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
198 That your light may so shine before men, that they may see your good Works, and glorifie your Father which is in Heaven, Mat. 5.16. That your Light may so shine before men, that they may see your good Works, and Glorify your Father which is in Heaven, Mathew 5.16. cst po22 n1 vmb av vvi p-acp n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi po22 j vvz, cc vvi po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1, np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
199 That at the dreadful day of Judgment, we may meet our Lord with Joy, and give him such an account of the Talents he intrusted us withal, That At the dreadful day of Judgement, we may meet our Lord with Joy, and give him such an account of the Talents he Entrusted us withal, cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb pno31 d dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pns31 vvn pno12 av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
200 as shall be received and passed, with, Well done good and faithful Servants, ye have been faithful over a few things, I will make you rulers over many things, enter ye into the Joy of your Lord, Mat. 25.21. Which God of his Mercy grant, to every one of us, for Jesus Christ his sake the Righteous; as shall be received and passed, with, Well done good and faithful Servants, you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you Rulers over many things, enter you into the Joy of your Lord, Mathew 25.21. Which God of his Mercy grant, to every one of us, for jesus christ his sake the Righteous; c-acp vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, p-acp, av vdn j cc j n2, pn22 vhb vbn j p-acp dt d n2, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 n2 p-acp d n2, vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, np1 crd. r-crq np1 pp-f po31 n1 vvi, p-acp d crd pp-f pno12, c-acp np1 np1 po31 n1 dt j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
201 to whom with the Father, and the Holy Ghost, be ascribed all Honour, Glory, Praise, Dominion, to whom with the Father, and the Holy Ghost, be ascribed all Honour, Glory, Praise, Dominion, p-acp ro-crq p-acp dt n1, cc dt j n1, vbb vvn d n1, n1, n1, n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
202 and Obedience, now and for evermore. Amen. and obedience, now and for evermore. Amen. cc n1, av cc p-acp av. uh-n. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2

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148 0 Mat. 7.12.22.39. Mathew 7.12.22.39. np1 crd.
190 0 2 Cor. 1.12. 2 Cor. 1.12. crd np1 crd.