A thanksgiving sermon for His Majesty's safe return and for the happy and honourable peace, of which God has made him the glorious instrument, Preached in Highgate Chapel, on Thursday the 2d of December, 1697. BY R. L. V.A.L.

R. L
Publisher: printed for the author
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1697
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A49693 ESTC ID: R218601 STC ID: L56C
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Colossians III, 15; Sermons, English -- 17th century; William -- III, -- King of England, 1650-1702;
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0 Colossians III. 15. And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body, and be ye thankful. colossians III. 15. And let the peace of God Rule in your hearts, to the which also you Are called in one body, and be you thankful. njp2 crd. crd cc vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp po22 n2, p-acp dt r-crq av pn22 vbr vvn p-acp crd n1, cc vbb pn22 j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 5
1 LOVE and Gratitude can never fail of a Reward; LOVE and Gratitude can never fail of a Reward; n1 cc n1 vmb av-x vvi pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 5
2 Joy and Peace attend them in this World, Happiness and Glory in that which is yet to come. Joy and Peace attend them in this World, Happiness and Glory in that which is yet to come. n1 cc n1 vvb pno32 p-acp d n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz av pc-acp vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 5
3 They are just like the Cherubims, always smiling and looking kindly one upon another. They Are just like the Cherubims, always smiling and looking kindly one upon Another. pns32 vbr av av-j dt n2, av vvg cc vvg av-j pi p-acp n-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 5
4 A readiness and willingness to do all the good we can, a grateful resentment of all the favours and benefits we have receive'd from others, (which are Qualities of an endearing nature,) were the only Springs and Engines that mov'd and inclin'd me to undertake the Business of this Day. A readiness and willingness to do all the good we can, a grateful resentment of all the favours and benefits we have received from Others, (which Are Qualities of an endearing nature,) were the only Springs and Engines that moved and inclined me to undertake the Business of this Day. dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vdi d dt j pns12 vmb, dt j n1 pp-f d dt n2 cc n2 pns12 vhb vvn p-acp n2-jn, (r-crq vbr n2 pp-f dt n-vvg n1,) vbdr dt j n2 cc n2 d vvn cc vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
5 Had I the golden Mouth of St. Chrysostom, the Eloquence of Cicero, or the admirable Skill of Orpheus, I might then penetrate, Had I the golden Mouth of Saint Chrysostom, the Eloquence of Cicero, or the admirable Skill of Orpheus, I might then penetrate, vhd pns11 dt j n1 pp-f n1 np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vmd av vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
6 or mollifie, or charm those Mens Hearts which seem now to be as inflexible, I had almost said as insensible, or mollify, or charm those Men's Hearts which seem now to be as inflexible, I had almost said as insensible, cc vvi, cc vvi d ng2 n2 r-crq vvb av pc-acp vbi a-acp j, pns11 vhd av vvn p-acp j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
7 as the very Rocks and Stones. as the very Rocks and Stones. c-acp dt j n2 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
8 Could I now draw as lovely and lively a Description of all the Advantages of Peace and Union amongst our selves, Could I now draw as lovely and lively a Description of all the Advantages of Peace and union among our selves, vmd pns11 av vvi p-acp j cc j dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
9 as the Subject will bear, I might then convince Gainsayers, and bring those who seem to be discontented at the present Dispensations of Providence, to confess, that all our Dangers, our Troubles, our Miseries and Sorrows did at first spring and arise from the poison'd Fountain of our own unhappy Divisions. as the Subject will bear, I might then convince Gainsayers, and bring those who seem to be discontented At the present Dispensations of Providence, to confess, that all our Dangers, our Troubles, our Misery's and Sorrows did At First spring and arise from the poisoned Fountain of our own unhappy Divisions. c-acp dt j-jn vmb vvi, pns11 vmd av vvi n2, cc vvi d r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi, cst d po12 n2, po12 vvz, po12 ng1 cc n2 vdd p-acp ord n1 cc vvi p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po12 d j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
10 I beseech you therefore, in the Language of the Apostle, let the peace of God rule in your hearts. I beseech you Therefore, in the Language of the Apostle, let the peace of God Rule in your hearts. pns11 vvb pn22 av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
11 What! does the Apostle mention Peace! Methinks there's a pleasing Charm in that sweet Appellation! What! does the Apostle mention Peace! Methinks there's a pleasing Charm in that sweet Appellation! uh vdz dt n1 vvb n1! vvz pc-acp|vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d j n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
12 Peace is now become the delightful Theme of our daily Discourse, and the daily Object of our Joy and Gratitude. Peace is now become the delightful Theme of our daily Discourse, and the daily Object of our Joy and Gratitude. n1 vbz av vvn dt j n1 pp-f po12 j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
13 Peace is the fairest Flower of a Prince's Crown, the choicest Blessing of a Nation; tis one of the mod excellent Gifts of the Divine Bounty: Peace is the Fairest Flower of a Prince's Crown, the Choicest Blessing of a nation; this one of the mod excellent Gifts of the Divine Bounty: n1 vbz dt js n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, dt js n1 pp-f dt n1; pn31|vbz crd pp-f dt j j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
14 It brings Relief to the Poor, Bread to the Hungry, Cloaths to the Naked, Business to the Diligent and Industrious; it invigorates the Body Politick; It brings Relief to the Poor, Bred to the Hungry, Clothes to the Naked, Business to the Diligent and Industria; it invigorates the Body Politic; pn31 vvz n1 p-acp dt j, n1 p-acp dt j, n2 p-acp dt j, n1 p-acp dt j cc j; pn31 vvz dt n1 j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
15 it sets all the Wheels and Engines of Trade, of Traffick, and Commerce, into a joyful Movement; it sets all the Wheels and Engines of Trade, of Traffic, and Commerce, into a joyful Movement; pn31 vvz d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, cc n1, p-acp dt j np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
16 and has folded up within her Arms all those Blessings which we poor Mortals can wish or desire. and has folded up within her Arms all those Blessings which we poor Mortals can wish or desire. cc vhz vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n2 d d n2 r-crq pns12 j n2-jn vmb vvi cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 6
17 God, who governs the World, and disposes and orders all things for the Good of his Creatures, (which should give full Satisfaction to all Mankind,) has for eternal Reasons, which we shall all see and understand hereafter, given us a Prince, whose first Arrival gave new Life to our dying Hopes, God, who governs the World, and disposes and order all things for the Good of his Creatures, (which should give full Satisfaction to all Mankind,) has for Eternal Reasons, which we shall all see and understand hereafter, given us a Prince, whose First Arrival gave new Life to our dying Hope's, np1, r-crq vvz dt n1, cc vvz cc n2 d n2 p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n2, (r-crq vmd vvi j n1 p-acp d n1,) vhz p-acp j n2, r-crq pns12 vmb d vvi cc vvi av, vvn pno12 dt n1, rg-crq ord n1 vvd j n1 p-acp po12 j-vvg ng1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
18 and at once both rouz'd and rais'd the Courage of a sinking Nation. His great Understanding, his indefatigable Toil and Labour, his undaunted Courage, and admirable Conduct, has, and At once both roused and raised the Courage of a sinking nation. His great Understanding, his indefatigable Toil and Labour, his undaunted Courage, and admirable Conduct, has, cc p-acp a-acp av-d vvn cc vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1. po31 j n1, po31 j n1 cc n1, po31 j n1, cc j vvb, vhz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 7
19 since that, not only lower'd, but levelld the growing Pride and Power of a subtile, politick Enemy. since that, not only lowered, but leveled the growing Pride and Power of a subtle, politic Enemy. c-acp d, xx av-j vvd, cc-acp vvd dt j-vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j, j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
20 And now, after all the thundering Storms, the frightful and amazing Tempests of War, he has crown'd this, And now, After all the thundering Storms, the frightful and amazing Tempests of War, he has crowned this, cc av, c-acp d dt j-vvg n2, dt j cc j-vvg n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vhz vvn d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
21 and die neighbouring Kingdoms, with the brightest Diadem of this World's Felicity, a Firm and an Honourable Peace. and die neighbouring Kingdoms, with the Brightest Diadem of this World's Felicity, a Firm and an Honourable Peace. cc vvb j-vvg n2, p-acp dt js n1 pp-f d n1|vbz n1, dt j cc dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
22 Thus God has made this most illustrious Prince the Avenger of our Evils, the Repairer of our Breaches, and Restorer of our Blessings. Thus God has made this most illustrious Prince the Avenger of our Evils, the Repairer of our Breaches, and Restorer of our Blessings. av np1 vhz vvn d av-ds j n1 dt n1 pp-f po12 n2-jn, dt jc pp-f po12 n2, cc n1 pp-f po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
23 For which the Children who are yet unborn, will one Day rise up, and call him Blessed. For which the Children who Are yet unborn, will one Day rise up, and call him Blessed. p-acp r-crq dt n2 r-crq vbr av j, vmb crd n1 vvi a-acp, cc vvb pno31 vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
24 And what shall the Fathers say, who have heard and seen all this! And what shall the Father's say, who have herd and seen all this! cc q-crq vmb dt n2 vvb, r-crq vhb vvn cc vvn d d! (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
25 May all the Blessings of Heaven and Earth attend King William the Third, the best and greatest Monarch of the World: May all the Blessings of Heaven and Earth attend King William the Third, the best and greatest Monarch of the World: vmb d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvb n1 np1 dt ord, dt av-j cc js n1 pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
26 A Prince dear to Heaven, the Darling of Providence, born for the Good of Mankind, worthy in all Ages to bear the mod exalted Triumphs of War, A Prince dear to Heaven, the Darling of Providence, born for the Good of Mankind, worthy in all Ages to bear the mod exalted Triumphos of War, dt n1 j-jn p-acp n1, dt n-jn pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt j pp-f n1, j p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi dt j j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
27 and the brightest Felicities of an eternal Peace. and the Brightest Felicities of an Eternal Peace. cc dt js n2 pp-f dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
28 Great Favours are great Obligations, and so consequently should bind and engage us, for the time to come, to be more Obedient to God, more Loyal to our King, Great Favours Are great Obligations, and so consequently should bind and engage us, for the time to come, to be more Obedient to God, more Loyal to our King, j n2 vbr j n2, cc av av-j vmd vvi cc vvi pno12, c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vbi av-dc j p-acp np1, av-dc j p-acp po12 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
29 and more Charitable to our Neighbours; more resolute in ceasing to do Evil, in learning to do well: and more Charitable to our Neighbours; more resolute in ceasing to do Evil, in learning to do well: cc av-dc j p-acp po12 n2; av-dc j p-acp vvg pc-acp vdi j-jn, p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
30 This certainly is the best and only way of returning Thanks this Day to Almighty God. This Certainly is the best and only Way of returning Thanks this Day to Almighty God. d av-j vbz dt js cc av-j n1 pp-f vvg n2 d n1 p-acp j-jn np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
31 God's present Mercies, and our own late Miseries, are such pressing and invincible Arguments, to persuade us to be Peaceable and Thankful, as none can be greater; God's present mercies, and our own late Misery's, Are such pressing and invincible Arguments, to persuade us to be Peaceable and Thankful, as none can be greater; npg1 j n2, cc po12 d j ng1, vbr d vvg cc j n2, pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi j cc j, c-acp pix vmb vbi jc; (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
32 such a Power they have of exciting and moving us to take heed, that we fall not out amongst our selves, that we never forget nor over-look these signal Instances of the Divine Goodness, in delivering this Church and Nation from Popery and Slavery, such a Power they have of exciting and moving us to take heed, that we fallen not out among our selves, that we never forget nor overlook these signal Instances of the Divine goodness, in delivering this Church and nation from Popery and Slavery, d dt n1 pns32 vhb pp-f j cc vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi n1, cst pns12 vvb xx av p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 av-x vvi ccx j d n1 n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp vvg d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
33 as must needs render us infatuated, should we not labour to promote Peace and Union amongst our selves. as must needs render us infatuated, should we not labour to promote Peace and union among our selves. c-acp vmb av vvi pno12 vvn, vmd pns12 xx vvi pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
34 Let the peace of God rule in your, hearts; rule in your Hearts, and make them unanimous; Let the peace of God Rule in your, hearts; Rule in your Hearts, and make them unanimous; vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp po22, n2; vvb p-acp po22 n2, cc vvi pno32 j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
35 in your Tongues, and make them thankful; in your Hands, and make them charitable: in your Tongues, and make them thankful; in your Hands, and make them charitable: p-acp po22 n2, cc vvi pno32 j; p-acp po22 n2, cc vvi pno32 j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
36 Rule us all into one Mind, one Heart, and one Faith, that we may all with one Mouth glorifie and praise the God of our Salvation. Rule us all into one Mind, one Heart, and one Faith, that we may all with one Mouth Glorify and praise the God of our Salvation. vvb pno12 d p-acp crd n1, crd n1, cc crd n1, cst pns12 vmb av-d p-acp crd n1 vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
37 This Peace of God we ought every way we can to be rul'd by it, and be thankful for it; This Peace of God we ought every Way we can to be ruled by it, and be thankful for it; d n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vmd d n1 pns12 vmb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc vbi j p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
38 neither is our Vertue nor our Felicity compleat without it. He is the best Christian that is most for Peace with his fellow Christian. neither is our Virtue nor our Felicity complete without it. He is the best Christian that is most for Peace with his fellow Christian. dx vbz po12 n1 ccx po12 np1 j p-acp pn31. pns31 vbz dt js np1 cst vbz av-ds p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
39 This Peace of God must over-rule our Passions, advance and crown our Vertues, heal and decide our Controversies. This Peace of God must overrule our Passion, advance and crown our Virtues, heal and decide our Controversies. d n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi po12 n2, vvb cc vvi po12 n2, vvi cc vvi po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
40 Hast thou Faith? Have it to thy self; trouble neither thy weak, nor thy strong Brother about it; Hast thou Faith? Have it to thy self; trouble neither thy weak, nor thy strong Brother about it; vh2 pns21 n1? vhb pn31 p-acp po21 n1; vvb d po21 j, ccx po21 j n1 p-acp pn31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
41 do not censure or condemn thy Brother, because he is not just of the same mould and opinion with thy self; do not censure or condemn thy Brother, Because he is not just of the same mould and opinion with thy self; vdb xx vvi cc vvi po21 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz xx j pp-f dt d n1 cc n1 p-acp po21 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
42 but sit down, and be content, that thy Life, thy Liberty, the Law, and thy Religion, are all entirely preserved. but fit down, and be content, that thy Life, thy Liberty, the Law, and thy Religion, Are all entirely preserved. cc-acp vvb a-acp, cc vbi j, cst po21 n1, po21 n1, dt n1, cc po21 n1, vbr d av-j vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
43 Let not nice Distinctions and Opinions hatch and foment any Quarrels amongst us Christians; Let not Nicaenae Distinctions and Opinions hatch and foment any Quarrels among us Christians; vvb xx j n2 cc n2 vvb cc n1 d n2 p-acp pno12 np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
44 but let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called, in one body, and be ye thankful. but let the peace of God Rule in your hearts, to the which also you Are called, in one body, and be you thankful. cc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp po22 n2, p-acp dt r-crq av pn22 vbr vvn, p-acp crd n1, cc vbb pn22 j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
45 In speaking to these Words, I shall apply my self to the Duty of this Day, and will enquire, In speaking to these Words, I shall apply my self to the Duty of this Day, and will inquire, p-acp vvg p-acp d n2, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc vmb vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 10
46 First, What is meant by this Expression, Let the peace of God rule in your hearts. First, What is meant by this Expression, Let the peace of God Rule in your hearts. ord, q-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
47 Secondly, What it is to be thankful. Peace is a Word of a very large Extent; Secondly, What it is to be thankful. Peace is a Word of a very large Extent; ord, r-crq pn31 vbz p-acp vbb j. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
48 all God's Blessings are folded up in that sweet Name: all God's Blessings Are folded up in that sweet Name: d npg1 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
49 It signifies all the temporal, all the spiritual, and all the eternal Good we can either expect or desire. It signifies all the temporal, all the spiritual, and all the Eternal Good we can either expect or desire. pn31 vvz d dt j, d dt j, cc d dt j j pns12 vmb av-d vvi cc vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 10
50 Now that Peace which the Apostle here recommends, is such an one as is joined with Righteousness, with Truth, with Love, and Charity. Now that Peace which the Apostle Here recommends, is such an one as is joined with Righteousness, with Truth, with Love, and Charity. av cst n1 r-crq dt n1 av vvz, vbz d dt pi a-acp vbz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 10
51 If this Peace rule in our Hearts, it will decide all our Differences, compose all our Quarrels, and heal all our Wounds; If this Peace Rule in our Hearts, it will decide all our Differences, compose all our Quarrels, and heal all our Wounds; cs d n1 vvi p-acp po12 n2, pn31 vmb vvi d po12 n2, vvb d po12 n2, cc vvi d po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 10
52 it will work us all into order, and make us chearful under all its Commands, both to God and Man. Thus let the Peace of God rule in your Hearts. it will work us all into order, and make us cheerful under all its Commands, both to God and Man. Thus let the Peace of God Rule in your Hearts. pn31 vmb vvi pno12 d p-acp n1, cc vvb pno12 j p-acp d po31 vvz, av-d p-acp np1 cc n1 av vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 10
53 Were it once but truly and sincerely fixed there, it would rule our Words into a milder key, Were it once but truly and sincerely fixed there, it would Rule our Words into a milder key, vbdr pn31 a-acp p-acp av-j cc av-j vvn a-acp, pn31 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt jc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
54 and our Actions into a smoother dress. We should hear no Whispers against the present auspicious. and our Actions into a smoother dress. We should hear no Whispers against the present auspicious. cc po12 n2 p-acp dt jc n1. pns12 vmd vvi dx vvz p-acp dt j j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 10
55 Government of great Caesar; no feigned Jealousies of a Commonwealth coming in; no talk of an absolute unbounded Monarchy; Government of great Caesar; no feigned Jealousies of a Commonwealth coming in; no talk of an absolute unbounded Monarchy; n1 pp-f j np1; dx j-vvn n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp; dx n1 pp-f dt j j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 11
56 no canting of sad Times, when we must have seen and felt much worse, had not God himself interpos'd, rescu'd, and deliver'd us. no canting of sad Times, when we must have seen and felt much Worse, had not God himself interposed, rescued, and Delivered us. dx vvg pp-f j n2, c-crq pns12 vmb vhi vvn cc vvn d av-jc, vhd xx np1 px31 vvd, vvn, cc vvn pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 11
57 It were much to be wish'd, that our Magistrates would take effectual Care, to suppress and hinder the printing of Libels, It were much to be wished, that our Magistrates would take effectual Care, to suppress and hinder the printing of Libels, pn31 vbdr av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, cst po12 n2 vmd vvi j n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt vvg pp-f n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 11
58 and all such Books, and Pamphlets, as tend to no other end, but to amuse the People, to disswade them from admiring and adoring the best of Princes, to rail at the present Government, and all such Books, and Pamphlets, as tend to no other end, but to amuse the People, to dissuade them from admiring and adoring the best of Princes, to rail At the present Government, cc d d n2, cc n2, c-acp vvb p-acp dx j-jn n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg cc vvg dt js pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 11
59 and keep them in perpetual Discontents, and hinder them from Reunion with the Church. and keep them in perpetual Discontents, and hinder them from Reunion with the Church. cc vvi pno32 p-acp j n2-jn, cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 11
60 These cannot be the Words of such as seek the Peace of Sion, or pray for the Peace of Jerusalem, or wish well to their native Country. These cannot be the Words of such as seek the Peace of Sion, or pray for the Peace of Jerusalem, or wish well to their native Country. np1 vmbx vbi dt n2 pp-f d c-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb av p-acp po32 j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 11
61 But if we stand upon Punctilio's, and will not pray but in our own Words; But if we stand upon Punctilio's, and will not pray but in our own Words; cc-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp n2, cc vmb xx vvi cc-acp p-acp po12 d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
62 will not worship God, unless we may do it in what form we list our selves; will not worship God, unless we may do it in what from we list our selves; vmb xx vvi np1, cs pns12 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vvb po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
63 will quit the Church, rather than our Humour, we cannot be said to further, but disturb the Peace both of Church and State. will quit the Church, rather than our Humour, we cannot be said to further, but disturb the Peace both of Church and State. vmb vvi dt n1, av-c cs po12 n1, pns12 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp jc, cc-acp vvb dt n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 11
64 The Apostle beseeches us, Col. 3.12, 13. to be tender and compassionate, meek and humble, patient and long-suffering, forbearing and forgiving one another: The Apostle Beseeches us, Col. 3.12, 13. to be tender and compassionate, meek and humble, patient and long-suffering, forbearing and forgiving one Another: dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd, crd pc-acp vbi j cc j, j cc j, j cc j, vvg cc j-vvg pi j-jn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
65 If any man have a quarrel against any, even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye. If any man have a quarrel against any, even as christ forgave you, so also do you. cs d n1 vhb dt n1 p-acp d, av c-acp np1 vvd pn22, av av vdb pn22. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
66 O most admirable and divine Exhortation! Oh most admirable and divine Exhortation! uh av-ds j cc j-jn n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 12
67 As if he had said, I assure you, my beloved Colossians, that these Vertues and Graces are the best Symptoms, As if he had said, I assure you, my Beloved colossians, that these Virtues and Graces Are the best Symptoms, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vvb pn22, po11 j-vvn njp2, cst d n2 cc n2 vbr dt js n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
68 and the best Expressions, of the Peace of God ruling in your Hearts. and the best Expressions, of the Peace of God ruling in your Hearts. cc dt js n2, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp po22 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 12
69 The Looks of Peace are mild and chearful, her Words smooth and gentle, her Hands soft and merciful, always stretch'd out to receive and embrace those who are ready to come in. The Looks of Peace Are mild and cheerful, her Words smooth and gentle, her Hands soft and merciful, always stretched out to receive and embrace those who Are ready to come in. dt vvz pp-f n1 vbr j cc j, po31 n2 j cc j, po31 n2 j cc j, av vvd av pc-acp vvi cc vvi d r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 12
70 Now as we are to live peaceably one with another, so we are to be thankful for all those Blessings God hath bestowed upon this Church and People. Now as we Are to live peaceably one with Another, so we Are to be thankful for all those Blessings God hath bestowed upon this Church and People. av c-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av-j pi p-acp n-jn, av pns12 vbr pc-acp vbi j p-acp d d n2 np1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 12
71 'Tis a Duty that now lies upon us; for it well becometh the Just to be thankful, Psal. 33.1. I cannot direct you to any thing more becoming us, in regard of the Mercies mentioned in the Text: It's a Duty that now lies upon us; for it well Becometh the Just to be thankful, Psalm 33.1. I cannot Direct you to any thing more becoming us, in regard of the mercies mentioned in the Text: pn31|vbz dt n1 cst av vvz p-acp pno12; p-acp pn31 av vvz dt j pc-acp vbi j, np1 crd. pns11 vmbx vvi pn22 p-acp d n1 av-dc vvg pno12, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 12
72 The Peace of God, and the calling us to it in one body. Each of them so ample Subjects for our Gratitude, that we cannot shew thankfulness enough for either. The Peace of God, and the calling us to it in one body. Each of them so ample Subject's for our Gratitude, that we cannot show thankfulness enough for either. dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt vvg pno12 p-acp pn31 p-acp crd n1. d pp-f pno32 av j n2-jn p-acp po12 n1, cst pns12 vmbx vvi n1 av-d p-acp d. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 13
73 Peace Abroad and at Home too! Peace Abroad and At Home too! n1 av cc p-acp n1-an av! (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 13
74 This is so great a Blessing, that no one thing is more pleasant to be seen, more beautiful to be desired, This is so great a Blessing, that no one thing is more pleasant to be seen, more beautiful to be desired, d vbz av j dt n1, cst dx crd n1 vbz av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn, av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 13
75 or more profitable to be enjoyed. or more profitable to be enjoyed. cc av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 13
76 But what shall we say to those Remarkable Instances of God's Mercy and Goodness to us, in preserving this Church and Nation from the black Designs, But what shall we say to those Remarkable Instances of God's Mercy and goodness to us, in preserving this Church and nation from the black Designs, cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp d j n2 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp vvg d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 13
77 and barbarous Conspiracies of bloody-minded Men. and barbarous Conspiracies of bloody-minded Men. cc j n2 pp-f j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 13
78 On November the 5th. 92 Years ago, when the fatal Tragedy of the Gun-powder Treason was to be acted by the Papists; On November the 5th. 92 years ago, when the fatal Tragedy of the Gunpowder Treason was to be acted by the Papists; p-acp np1 dt ord. crd n2 av, c-crq dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 n1 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt njp2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
79 all the black Scenes of Ruine, of Misery, and Death, being all fitted and prepared; all the black Scenes of Ruin, of Misery, and Death, being all fitted and prepared; d dt j-jn n2 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, cc n1, vbg d vvn cc vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
80 that then, when the Funeral of King and Parliament, of Church and State, was to be consummated in a fiery Cloud; that then, when the Funeral of King and Parliament, of Church and State, was to be consummated in a fiery Cloud; cst av, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1, vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
81 that then, when the fatal Minutes were hastening on to an amazing, dreadful Period: that then, when the fatal Minutes were hastening on to an amazing, dreadful Period: cst av, c-crq dt j n2 vbdr vvg a-acp p-acp dt j-vvg, j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
82 That God should at that moment of Time, when there was none could save or help us; That God should At that moment of Time, when there was none could save or help us; cst np1 vmd p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pc-acp vbds pix vmd vvi cc vvb pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
83 that he should come down to rescue and deliver us! That he should infatuate and discover those desperate Wretches, and bring them all to Shame, and condign Punishment! that he should come down to rescue and deliver us! That he should infatuate and discover those desperate Wretches, and bring them all to Shame, and condign Punishment! cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12! cst pns31 vmd j cc vvi d j n2, cc vvi pno32 d p-acp n1, cc j n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 13
84 is a plain Instance of his Povidence, (which has hitherto watch'd over us for Good) as well as a peculiar Token of his Love and Mercy. is a plain Instance of his Providence, (which has hitherto watched over us for Good) as well as a peculiar Token of his Love and Mercy. vbz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (r-crq vhz av vvd p-acp pno12 p-acp j) c-acp av c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
85 On the selfe-same Day, November the 5th. above 9 Years ago, when we look'd upon our selves as a miserable, enslaved Nation; On the selfsame Day, November the 5th. above 9 years ago, when we looked upon our selves as a miserable, enslaved nation; p-acp dt d n1, np1 dt ord. p-acp crd n2 av, c-crq pns12 vvd p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt j, vvd n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
86 our Liberties, our Laws, our Religion, being all perverted and invaded; our Liberties, our Laws, our Religion, being all perverted and invaded; po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n1, vbg d vvn cc vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
87 that then, when we were beset with Legions of armed Papists, pick'd out of this and the neighbouring Kingdoms, ready to receive and execute the bloody Dilates of Priests and Jesuites; that then, when we were beset with Legions of armed Papists, picked out of this and the neighbouring Kingdoms, ready to receive and execute the bloody Dilates of Priests and Jesuits; cst av, c-crq pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp n2 pp-f j-vvn njp2, vvn av pp-f d cc dt j-vvg n2, j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j vvz pp-f n2 cc np2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
88 that then, when our Church and Religion were brought to the lowest ebb; that then, when our Church and Religion were brought to the lowest ebb; cst av, c-crq po12 n1 cc n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt js n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
89 lay languishing and sighing under the Oppression and Tyranny of her cruel Enemies, who tauntingly upbraided her with her Old Age: lay languishing and sighing under the Oppression and Tyranny of her cruel Enemies, who tauntingly upbraided her with her Old Age: vvb vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j n2, r-crq av-vvg vvd pno31 p-acp po31 j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
90 That God should then raise up her Head out of the Dust! That he should bring all the Plots and Contrivances of her Enemies to nought! That God should then raise up her Head out of the Dust! That he should bring all the Plots and Contrivances of her Enemies to nought! cst np1 vmd av vvi a-acp po31 n1 av pp-f dt n1! cst pns31 vmd vvi d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp pix! (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
91 That he should save Israel by the hand of his Servant Moses! That he should send the most Heroick and Renowned Prince of Orange to save and rescue us from a most cruel Tyranny, That he should save Israel by the hand of his Servant Moses! That he should send the most Heroic and Renowned Prince of Orange to save and rescue us from a most cruel Tyranny, cst pns31 vmd vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1! cst pns31 vmd vvi dt av-ds j cc j-vvn n1 pp-f j-jn pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp dt av-ds j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
92 and bloody Persecution, is a Mercy thankfully to be commemorated by all such as love their Religion, their King, and Country. and bloody Persecution, is a Mercy thankfully to be commemorated by all such as love their Religion, their King, and Country. cc j n1, vbz dt n1 av-j pc-acp vbi j-vvn p-acp d d c-acp vvb po32 n1, po32 n1, cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 14
93 God has called who were almost out of Call; God has called who were almost out of Call; np1 vhz vvn r-crq vbdr av av pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 15
94 some in remote Corners of this Kingdom, some in foreign Countries abroad, some incognito in dark Corners at home, some in Dungeons and Prisons, some in the Tower! Some in remote Corners of this Kingdom, Some in foreign Countries abroad, Some incognito in dark Corners At home, Some in Dungeons and Prisons, Some in the Tower! d p-acp j n2 pp-f d n1, d p-acp j n2 av, d av p-acp j n2 p-acp n1-an, d p-acp n2 cc n2, d p-acp dt n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 15
95 We are all like dead Men restored to a new Life! God has called us again into his Church; We Are all like dead Men restored to a new Life! God has called us again into his Church; pns12 vbr d av-j j n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1! np1 vhz vvn pno12 av p-acp po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 15
96 he has restored some to their Estates, some to their Wives and Children, from whom they were forc'd to fly; he has restored Some to their Estates, Some to their Wives and Children, from whom they were forced to fly; pns31 vhz vvn d p-acp po32 n2, d p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 15
97 not that they had done Evil, or deserved Death, but because they hated Idolatry, and were ready and able to discover the Actors and Inventers of all our Miseries and Troubles. not that they had done Evil, or deserved Death, but Because they hated Idolatry, and were ready and able to discover the Actors and Inventers of all our Misery's and Troubles. xx cst pns32 vhd vdn j-jn, cc j-vvn n1, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvd n1, cc vbdr j cc j pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d po12 ng1 cc vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 15
98 God has called us all to the Enjoyment of our Liberties, our Laws, and our Religion, he maketh our Wars to cease, God has called us all to the Enjoyment of our Liberties, our Laws, and our Religion, he makes our Wars to cease, np1 vhz vvn pno12 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, po12 n2, cc po12 n1, pns31 vvz po12 n2 pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
99 and hath settled us upon the sure Foundations of an Honourable Peace. This is so transcendant a Mercy, that we can never be sufficiently thankful. and hath settled us upon the sure Foundations of an Honourable Peace. This is so Transcendent a Mercy, that we can never be sufficiently thankful. cc vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1. d vbz av j dt n1, cst pns12 vmb av-x vbi av-j j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
100 For Men to be grateful and thankful, is, For Men to be grateful and thankful, is, p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi j cc j, vbz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 15
101 First, Humbly and heartily to acknowledge God's infinite Goodness and Mercy to us, and our own infinite Unworthiness of it. First, Humbly and heartily to acknowledge God's infinite goodness and Mercy to us, and our own infinite Unworthiness of it. ord, av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi npg1 j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, cc po12 d j n1 pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 15
102 He that thinks light of those Works and Wonders God has wrought for us; He that thinks Light of those Works and Wonders God has wrought for us; pns31 cst vvz n1 pp-f d vvz cc vvz np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 15
103 he that knows not how to prize that Peace and Prosperity we now enjoy, or thinks he did any thing to merit or deserve it, either understands not God's Goodness, he that knows not how to prize that Peace and Prosperity we now enjoy, or thinks he did any thing to merit or deserve it, either understands not God's goodness, pns31 cst vvz xx c-crq p-acp vvb d n1 cc n1 pns12 av vvi, cc vvz pns31 vdd d n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31, av-d vvz xx npg1 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
104 or is not thankful for it. Secondly, To be truly thankful, is openly and publickly to confess God's Mercies; or is not thankful for it. Secondly, To be truly thankful, is openly and publicly to confess God's mercies; cc vbz xx j p-acp pn31. ord, pc-acp vbi av-j j, vbz av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi npg1 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
105 to reflect a while upon the Providence of God. 1. In delivering of this Kingdom from Popery and Slavery. to reflect a while upon the Providence of God. 1. In delivering of this Kingdom from Popery and Slavery. pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. crd p-acp vvg pp-f d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 16
106 2. In preserving His Majesty's most Sacred Person from the barbarous Conspiracies of bloody-minded Traitors; 2. In preserving His Majesty's most Sacred Person from the barbarous Conspiracies of bloody-minded Traitors; crd p-acp vvg po31 ng1 av-ds j n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 16
107 and, from all the Perils, the Dangers, the various kinds of Deaths, he has for our sakes been exposed to. And then, and, from all the Perils, the Dangers, the various Kinds of Death's, he has for our sakes been exposed to. And then, cc, p-acp d dt n2, dt n2, dt j n2 pp-f n2, pns31 vhz p-acp po12 n2 vbn vvn p-acp. cc av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 16
108 Lastly, With Raptures of Joy to dwell a while in the pleasant Contemplation of an Honourable Peace. Lastly, With Raptures of Joy to dwell a while in the pleasant Contemplation of an Honourable Peace. ord, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 16
109 Much might be said of his Wisdom, his Valour, his Conduct, and particularly of his Clemency to his Enemies. Much might be said of his Wisdom, his Valour, his Conduct, and particularly of his Clemency to his Enemies. d vmd vbi vvn pp-f po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 vvb, cc av-j pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 16
110 These all deserve Hymns and Praises; we ought to be telling them from Day to Day. These all deserve Hymns and Praises; we ought to be telling them from Day to Day. np1 d vvb n2 cc n2; pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi vvg pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 16
111 Again, To be thankful indeed, is to shew it by our Lives and Actions, to present our selves, Again, To be thankful indeed, is to show it by our Lives and Actions, to present our selves, av, pc-acp vbi j av, vbz pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 16
112 and all that is ours, to the Service and Worship of God; and all that is ours, to the Service and Worship of God; cc d cst vbz png12, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 16
113 to offer up our Souls and Bodies, and what else is ours, as Peace-offerings, and Sacrifices of Thanksgiving; to offer up our Souls and Bodies, and what Else is ours, as Peace-offerings, and Sacrifices of Thanksgiving; pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 cc n2, cc r-crq av vbz png12, c-acp n2, cc n2 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 17
114 never to fear we can do too much, never to hope we can do enough, for what God has done for us; never to Fear we can do too much, never to hope we can do enough, for what God has done for us; av-x pc-acp vvi pns12 vmb vdi av av-d, av-x pc-acp vvi pns12 vmb vdi av-d, p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vdn p-acp pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 17
115 in thus reinstating us in our Religion, and in all other our Rights and Privileges. in thus reinstating us in our Religion, and in all other our Rights and Privileges. p-acp av vvg pno12 p-acp po12 n1, cc p-acp d j-jn po12 n2-jn cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 17
116 He hath finish'd our Wars, and restored our most Rightful and Lawful King, with the Triumphs and Hosanna's of a Peace-maker. He hath finished our Wars, and restored our most Rightful and Lawful King, with the Triumphos and Hosanna's of a Peacemaker. pns31 vhz vvn po12 n2, cc vvn po12 av-ds j cc j n1, p-acp dt n2 cc ng1 pp-f dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 17
117 Blessed be he that thus cometh to us in the Name of the Lord; Blessed be he that thus comes to us in the Name of the Lord; j-vvn vbb pns31 cst av vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 17
118 be we thankful unto him, and let us speak good of his Name for ever and ever. be we thankful unto him, and let us speak good of his Name for ever and ever. vbb zz j p-acp pno31, cc vvb pno12 vvi j pp-f po31 n1 c-acp av cc av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 17
119 Thus much for those Words, Let the Peace of God rule in your Hearts; it follows, to the which ye are called in one body, and be ye thankful: Thus much for those Words, Let the Peace of God Rule in your Hearts; it follows, to the which you Are called in one body, and be you thankful: av av-d c-acp d n2, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp po22 n2; pn31 vvz, p-acp dt r-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp crd n1, cc vbb pn22 j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
120 We are called in one body, How? By Signs and Wonders; by a miraculous Power: We Are called in one body, How? By Signs and Wonders; by a miraculous Power: pns12 vbr vvn p-acp crd n1, q-crq? p-acp n2 cc n2; p-acp dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
121 Surely there wanted but a Step between Us and Death. All the Devices and Engines of our Enemies were all fitted, and almost finish'd; Surely there wanted but a Step between Us and Death. All the Devices and Engines of our Enemies were all fitted, and almost finished; av-j a-acp vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32 cc n1. av-d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n2 vbdr d vvn, cc av vvd; (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
122 ready (as they themselves boasted) either for our Conversion, or Confusion. ready (as they themselves boasted) either for our Conversion, or Confusion. av-j (c-acp pns32 px32 vvn) d p-acp po12 n1, cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
123 Now we who should have suffered and dy'd, or have been murder'd for the same Cause, are thus unexpectedly delivered, Now we who should have suffered and died, or have been murdered for the same Cause, Are thus unexpectedly Delivered, av pns12 r-crq vmd vhi vvn cc vvd, cc vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt d n1, vbr av av-j vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
124 and call'd into one body, let us study how to keep in one; how to love, relieve, and assist each other. and called into one body, let us study how to keep in one; how to love, relieve, and assist each other. cc vvn p-acp crd n1, vvb pno12 vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp pi; c-crq pc-acp vvi, vvb, cc vvi d n-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
125 Among the Saints and Angels there are no Jarrs, or Discords; Peace dwells for ever there: Among the Saints and Angels there Are no Jars, or Discords; Peace dwells for ever there: p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pc-acp vbr dx n2, cc n2; n1 vvz p-acp av a-acp: (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
126 And seeing God has, of his infinite Mercy and Goodness call'd us to it, I hope we will bethink our selves, and walk worthy of it. And seeing God has, of his infinite Mercy and goodness called us to it, I hope we will bethink our selves, and walk worthy of it. cc vvg np1 vhz, pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1 vvd pno12 p-acp pn31, pns11 vvb pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2, cc vvi j pp-f pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 18
127 If we once fall into our old Divisions, our very Hopes of a Recovery of Peace and Union are lost in a moment. If we once fallen into our old Divisions, our very Hope's of a Recovery of Peace and union Are lost in a moment. cs pns12 a-acp vvi p-acp po12 j n2, po12 j ng1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 18
128 If by falling into several Parties, we set open the Flood-gates to a Deluge of Misery and Confusion, it may justly be said of us, We did not understand the things that made for our Peace, If by falling into several Parties, we Set open the Floodgates to a Deluge of Misery and Confusion, it may justly be said of us, We did not understand the things that made for our Peace, cs p-acp vvg p-acp j n2, pns12 vvd av-j dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31 vmb av-j vbi vvn pp-f pno12, pns12 vdd xx vvi dt n2 cst vvd p-acp po12 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 18
129 but betray'd and ruin'd one another. but betrayed and ruined one Another. cc-acp vvd cc vvn pi j-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 18
130 The Day-star of our Peace and Prosperity shines now from East to West, from North to South: The Daystar of our Peace and Prosperity shines now from East to West, from North to South: dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 vvz av p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
131 Like Lightning in a moment of Time, Fame has wing'd great William 's Name throughout the World. Like Lightning in a moment of Time, Fame has winged great William is Name throughout the World. av-j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 vhz j-vvn j np1 vbz n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
132 Before his long wish'd-for Arrival here, above Nine Years ago, there was nothing but Scenes of Sorrow, of Slavery, and Death before our Eyes. Before his long wished-for Arrival Here, above Nine years ago, there was nothing but Scenes of Sorrow, of Slavery, and Death before our Eyes. p-acp po31 j j n1 av, p-acp crd n2 av, pc-acp vbds pix cc-acp n2 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 18
133 Now that he is come, has repair'd our Breaches, scatter'd our Enemies, fought our Battels, and finish'd all with a glorious Peace: Now that he is come, has repaired our Breaches, scattered our Enemies, fought our Battles, and finished all with a glorious Peace: av cst pns31 vbz vvn, vhz vvn po12 n2, vvn po12 n2, vvn po12 n2, cc vvd d p-acp dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 18
134 See! all things begin to spring and revive, to bloom and flourish afresh! Nature puts on a pleasing Smile! See! all things begin to spring and revive, to bloom and flourish afresh! Nature puts on a pleasing Smile! uh d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pc-acp vvi cc vvi av! n1 vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
135 Even the dull and melancholy Soul looks gay and chearful! Where ever this mighty Prince comes, how joyfully is he received! how splendidly entertained! Even the dull and melancholy Soul looks gay and cheerful! Where ever this mighty Prince comes, how joyfully is he received! how splendidly entertained! np1 dt j cc j-jn n1 vvz j cc j! c-crq av d j n1 vvz, c-crq av-j vbz pns31 vvn! c-crq av-j vvn! (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
136 The Eyes of all the World are now with admiration fix'd on him. The Eyes of all the World Are now with admiration fixed on him. dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 vbr av p-acp n1 vvn p-acp pno31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
137 See! his Enemies are all struck with Fear and Terror, his Friends all transported with Joy and Wonder. See! his Enemies Are all struck with fear and Terror, his Friends all transported with Joy and Wonder. uh po31 n2 vbr d vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, po31 n2 d vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
138 We are all now like Trees planted by the Rivers of Waters, which should bring forth their Fruits in due season: We Are all now like Trees planted by the rivers of Waters, which should bring forth their Fruits in due season: pns12 vbr d av j n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vmd vvi av po32 n2 p-acp j-jn n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 19
139 And will we, after all this, tear off our selves by pieces into more Confusions? Who hath bewitched us, that we should think of doing this? And will we, After all this, tear off our selves by Pieces into more Confusions? Who hath bewitched us, that we should think of doing this? cc vmb pns12, c-acp d d, vvb a-acp po12 n2 p-acp n2 p-acp dc n2? r-crq vhz vvn pno12, cst pns12 vmd vvi pp-f vdg d? (4) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 19
140 If, after all this, we reflect a little upon our selves, how happlly we were call'd, who a little before seem'd cast away; If, After all this, we reflect a little upon our selves, how happlly we were called, who a little before seemed cast away; cs, p-acp d d, pns12 vvb dt j p-acp po12 n2, c-crq av-j pns12 vbdr vvn, r-crq dt j a-acp vvd vvi av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 19
141 call'd into one Protestant Church, detesting Superstition and Idolatry; into one happy Government, abhorring all arbitrary Power, Oppression, and Tyranny; called into one Protestant Church, detesting Superstition and Idolatry; into one happy Government, abhorring all arbitrary Power, Oppression, and Tyranny; vvn p-acp crd n1 n1, j-vvg n1 cc n1; p-acp crd j n1, vvg d j-jn n1, n1, cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 19
142 called then, when we scarce had any Names, but Traitor, Heretick, or Rebel, to be call'd by. called then, when we scarce had any Names, but Traitor, Heretic, or Rebel, to be called by. vvn av, c-crq pns12 av-j vhd d n2, cc-acp n1, n1, cc vvi, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 19
143 We Protestants were the innocent Sheep, whom the Priests and Jesuites had mark'd out for Slavery or Death. We Protestants were the innocent Sheep, whom the Priests and Jesuits had marked out for Slavery or Death. pns12 n2 vbdr dt j-jn n1, ro-crq dt n2 cc np2 vhd vvn av p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 20
144 Indeed, to say the truth, we had by our Sins deserv'd to undergoe and suffer all that Misery that was then breaking in upon us. Indeed, to say the truth, we had by our Sins deserved to undergo and suffer all that Misery that was then breaking in upon us. av, pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns12 vhd p-acp po12 n2 vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi d cst n1 cst vbds av vvg p-acp p-acp pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 20
145 That God should, notwithstanding this, have Compassion upon us, who so little deserv'd it! That God should, notwithstanding this, have Compassion upon us, who so little deserved it! cst np1 vmd, c-acp d, vhb n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq av av-j vvn pn31! (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 20
146 Oh! what can we look upon this to be, but the calling us out of Dust and Death, to an anticipated Resurrection? Oh! what can we look upon this to be, but the calling us out of Dust and Death, to an anticipated Resurrection? uh q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp d pc-acp vbi, cc-acp dt vvg pno12 av pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt vvn n1? (4) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 20
147 Here we cannot choose but admire at the eternal Mercy and Goodness of God, crying out, Lord! what is man, that thou art mindful of him? Or what are we, that thou should'st thus rescue and deliver us? Here we cannot choose but admire At the Eternal Mercy and goodness of God, crying out, Lord! what is man, that thou art mindful of him? Or what Are we, that thou Shouldst thus rescue and deliver us? av pns12 vmbx vvi cc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvg av, n1! q-crq vbz n1, cst pns21 vb2r j pp-f pno31? cc q-crq vbr pns12, cst pns21 vmd2 av vvi cc vvi pno12? (4) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 20
148 And can we so far forget our selves, as to unwind and unravel all our Happiness, by being divided again? Does not the Mischiefs and Miseries we have already suffer'd, make us sensible of all the Arts and Contrivances the Papists have used, to exasperate and set us one against another? Are the Companies of armed Roman Catholicks, of desperate bloody-minded Irish-men, And can we so Far forget our selves, as to unwind and unravel all our Happiness, by being divided again? Does not the Mischiefs and Misery's we have already suffered, make us sensible of all the Arts and Contrivances the Papists have used, to exasperate and Set us one against Another? are the Companies of armed Roman Catholics, of desperate bloody-minded Irishmen, cc vmb pns12 av av-j vvi po12 n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi d po12 n1, p-acp vbg vvn av? vdz xx dt n2 cc ng1 n1 vhb av vvn, vvb pno12 j pp-f d dt n2 cc n2 dt njp2 vhb vvn, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12 crd p-acp n-jn? vbr dt n2 pp-f j-vvn np1 njp2, pp-f j j np2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 20
149 so blessed a Sight within our Quarters and our Houses, that we now seem to murmur and complain? If we are pleased with these things, so blessed a Sighed within our Quarters and our Houses, that we now seem to murmur and complain? If we Are pleased with these things, av vvn dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc po12 n2, cst pns12 av vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi? cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 21
150 why then God indeed has done us an Injury, to scatter and infatuate so dangerous an Enemy, to cease our Oppressions and Persections, to bring home Peace and Safety to our Doors; why then God indeed has done us an Injury, to scatter and infatuate so dangerous an Enemy, to cease our Oppressions and Persecutions, to bring home Peace and Safety to our Doors; uh-crq av np1 av vhz vdn pno12 dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc j av j dt n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi av-an n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 21
151 and we do as good as tell him thus, whilst we either run our selves into new Divisions, raise them or continue them. and we do as good as tell him thus, while we either run our selves into new Divisions, raise them or continue them. cc pns12 vdb p-acp j c-acp vvi pno31 av, cs pns12 d vvb po12 n2 p-acp j n2, vvb pno32 cc vvi pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 21
152 Oh how unthankful, miserably unthankful, must we needs be, as well as foolish and inconsiderate, if we thus contemn and throw away our Peace and Happiness! O how unthankful, miserably unthankful, must we needs be, as well as foolish and inconsiderate, if we thus contemn and throw away our Peace and Happiness! uh q-crq j, av-j j, vmb pns12 av vbi, c-acp av c-acp j cc j, cs pns12 av vvb cc vvi av po12 n1 cc n1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 21
153 And shall we add Ingratitude to the vast bulk of our other notorious Vices! O God forbid. And shall we add Ingratitude to the vast bulk of our other notorious Vices! O God forbid. cc vmb pns12 vvi n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 j-jn j n2! sy np1 vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 21
154 And yet this we shall do, if we oppose that Peace and Happiness which Heaven it self now tenders and offers to us by the hand of our most gracious King. And yet this we shall do, if we oppose that Peace and Happiness which Heaven it self now tenders and offers to us by the hand of our most gracious King. cc av d pns12 vmb vdi, cs pns12 vvb d n1 cc n1 r-crq n1 pn31 n1 av vvz cc vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 av-ds j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 21
155 Now what can be more answerable to the Peace of God bestowed upon us with our Enemies abroad, Now what can be more answerable to the Peace of God bestowed upon us with our Enemies abroad, av q-crq vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2 av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 21
156 than a firm bond of Peace and Union with our Brethren at home? He that returns not this, returns nothing to God for all that he has wrought and done for us. than a firm bound of Peace and union with our Brothers At home? He that returns not this, returns nothing to God for all that he has wrought and done for us. cs dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1-an? pns31 cst vvz xx d, vvz pix p-acp np1 p-acp d cst pns31 vhz vvn cc vdn p-acp pno12. (4) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 21
157 How can he be at Peace with God whom he has not seen, that will not be at Peace with his Brother whom he has seen? He that saith he loveth God, and hateth his Brother, is a Liar; How can he be At Peace with God whom he has not seen, that will not be At Peace with his Brother whom he has seen? He that Says he loves God, and hates his Brother, is a Liar; c-crq vmb pns31 vbi p-acp n1 p-acp np1 ro-crq pns31 vhz xx vvn, cst vmb xx vbi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn? pns31 cst vvz pns31 vvz np1, cc vvz po31 n1, vbz dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 22
158 hereby shall all men know that ye are the Friends and Followers of Christ, if ye love one another. To draw to a Conclusion: hereby shall all men know that you Are the Friends and Followers of christ, if you love one Another. To draw to a Conclusion: av vmb d n2 vvb cst pn22 vbr dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, cs pn22 vvb pi j-jn. pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 22
159 The redeeming us out of Misery and Slavery, the scattering of our Enemies, the preservation of His Majesty's Sacred Person from all the Conspiracies, the Dangers, The redeeming us out of Misery and Slavery, the scattering of our Enemies, the preservation of His Majesty's Sacred Person from all the Conspiracies, the Dangers, dt vvg pno12 av pp-f n1 cc n1, dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 j n1 p-acp d dt n2, dt n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 22
160 and Deaths he has been expos'd to at home and abroad, the happy End of the War, and Death's he has been exposed to At home and abroad, the happy End of the War, cc n2 pns31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp p-acp n1-an cc av, dt j vvb pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 22
161 and the welcome Blessings of an Honourable Peace, these are all of no worth or value in our Judgments or Opinions, and the welcome Blessings of an Honourable Peace, these Are all of no worth or valve in our Judgments or Opinions, cc dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt j n1, d vbr d pp-f dx j cc n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 22
162 if we be not henceforth more Righteous towards God, more Loyal towards our King, and more Loving and Charitable one towards another, if we be not henceforth more Righteous towards God, more Loyal towards our King, and more Loving and Charitable one towards Another, cs pns12 vbb xx av av-dc j p-acp np1, av-dc j p-acp po12 n1, cc av-dc j-vvg cc j pi p-acp n-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 22
163 than ever we yet have been. And now if ye have any respect to the Righteous Judge of all the World, than ever we yet have been. And now if you have any respect to the Righteous Judge of all the World, cs av pns12 av vhb vbn. cc av cs pn22 vhb d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 22
164 if any Consideration of God's Goodness, if any Love to Unity, if any kind of Gratitude for the Mercies you have received from Heaven, if any Consideration of God's goodness, if any Love to Unity, if any kind of Gratitude for the mercies you have received from Heaven, cs d n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cs d n1 p-acp n1, cs d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pn22 vhb vvn p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 22
165 or would be gracious in the Eyes of a merciful Father; or would be gracious in the Eyes of a merciful Father; cc vmd vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 22
166 let the Meekness of Christians, the Endearments of God's Kindness, the Reasonableness of Gratitude, and the Hopes of God's Favour, engage us all, to the utmost of our Power, to promote Peace, let the Meekness of Christians, the Endearments of God's Kindness, the Reasonableness of Gratitude, and the Hope's of God's Favour, engage us all, to the utmost of our Power, to promote Peace, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt ng1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvb pno12 d, p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n1, p-acp vvd n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 23
167 and Charity, and Union amongst our selves: and Charity, and union among our selves: cc n1, cc n1 p-acp po12 n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 23
168 And may that God who calls us to it, work it in us, that we may all with one Heart and one Mouth return him Thanks, for his Mercy endureth for ever; And may that God who calls us to it, work it in us, that we may all with one Heart and one Mouth return him Thanks, for his Mercy Endureth for ever; cc vmb cst np1 r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp pn31, vvb pn31 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmb av-d p-acp crd n1 cc crd n1 vvi pno31 n2, p-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 23
169 and let all the People sing with King David, Bless ye the Lord, praise him, for his Mercy endureth for ever. and let all the People sing with King David, Bless you the Lord, praise him, for his Mercy Endureth for ever. cc vvb d dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 np1, vvb pn22 dt n1, vvb pno31, c-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 23
170 And let us now beg, that the God of Peace and Holiness would sanctifie every one of us in Body, Soul, And let us now beg, that the God of Peace and Holiness would sanctify every one of us in Body, Soul, cc vvb pno12 av vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmd vvi d crd pp-f pno12 p-acp n1, n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 23
171 and Spirit, that we may be kept blameless to the Coming of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen, Amen. FINIS. and Spirit, that we may be kept blameless to the Coming of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ. Amen, Amen. FINIS. cc n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1. uh-n, uh-n. fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 23

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