The rich man's bounty, the true measure of his wisdom a sermon preached before the Lord Mayor, and Court of Aldermen, and citizens of London, at St. Brides Church, Easter-Wednesday, March 27, 1695 / by John Mapletoft ...

Mapletoft, John, 1631-1721
Publisher: Printed for Brabazon Aylmer
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1695
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A51879 ESTC ID: R6441 STC ID: M563
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Luke XII, 21; Easter; Sermons, English;
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0 LUKE, Xii. Ver. 21. So is he that layeth up Treasure for himself, and is not Rich towards God. LYCIA, Xii. Ver. 21. So is he that Layeth up Treasure for himself, and is not Rich towards God. av, np1. np1 crd av vbz pns31 cst vvz a-acp n1 p-acp px31, cc vbz xx j p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
1 THese Words are the Result, and Conclusion of a Parable spoken by our Blessed Lord: THese Words Are the Result, and Conclusion of a Parable spoken by our Blessed Lord: d n2 vbr dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp po12 j-vvn n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
2 The Occasion of which was this. One of his Hearers had Interrupted him, whilest he was discoursing about some of the great Duties and Rewards of our H. Religion, with a Request, that he would decide a difference between him and his Brother, about an Estate fallen to them in common: The Occasion of which was this. One of his Hearers had Interrupted him, whilst he was discoursing about Some of the great Duties and Rewards of our H. Religion, with a Request, that he would decide a difference between him and his Brother, about an Estate fallen to them in Common: dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbds d. crd pp-f po31 n2 vhd vvn pno31, cs pns31 vbds vvg p-acp d pp-f dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 np1 n1, p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp j: (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
3 This our Lord refuseth to do. This our Lord Refuseth to do. d po12 n1 vvz pc-acp vdi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
4 Man, saith he, ver. 14. Who made me a Judge or a Divider over you? For, coming upon business of a much greater importance, he would not engage himself in these lesser matters. Man, Says he, ver. 14. Who made me a Judge or a Divider over you? For, coming upon business of a much greater importance, he would not engage himself in these lesser matters. n1, vvz pns31, fw-la. crd r-crq vvd pno11 dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pn22? p-acp, vvg p-acp n1 pp-f dt d jc n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi px31 p-acp d jc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
5 But from hence he takes occasion to Caution his Followers, against setting their Hearts too much upon transitory things; But from hence he Takes occasion to Caution his Followers, against setting their Hearts too much upon transitory things; p-acp p-acp av pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n1 po31 n2, p-acp vvg po32 n2 av av-d p-acp j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
6 and he said unto them, Take heed and beware of Covetousness, NONLATINALPHABET i. e. of having and desireing more than you need, and he said unto them, Take heed and beware of Covetousness, i. e. of having and desiring more than you need, cc pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, vvb n1 cc vvi pp-f n1, pns11. sy. pp-f vhg cc vvg av-dc cs pn22 vvb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
7 or more than you ought to have: or more than you ought to have: cc av-dc cs pn22 vmd pc-acp vhi: (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
8 For by Covetousness, Christ here plainly designs, and forbids such an over-eager desire of, and application to the getting, For by Covetousness, christ Here plainly designs, and forbids such an overeager desire of, and application to the getting, c-acp p-acp n1, np1 av av-j n2, cc vvz d dt j n1 pp-f, cc n1 p-acp dt n-vvg, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
9 or keeping Wealth as is inconsistent with Justice or Charity; or keeping Wealth as is inconsistent with justice or Charity; cc vvg n1 c-acp vbz j p-acp n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
10 that care we ought to take of our poor Brethren out of Love to God above all things, that care we ought to take of our poor Brothers out of Love to God above all things, d n1 pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pp-f po12 j n2 av pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
11 and a settled Resolution to please him in disposal of our Riches. and a settled Resolution to please him in disposal of our Riches. cc dt j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
12 The Nature, Folly, and Danger of which Crying Sin, our Lord sets forth and represents for our Instruction, in this following Parable. The Nature, Folly, and Danger of which Crying since, our Lord sets forth and represents for our Instruction, in this following Parable. dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f r-crq vvg n1, po12 n1 vvz av cc vvz p-acp po12 n1, p-acp d j-vvg n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
13 A Rich Man in a very Plentiful Year, being at a loss where to bestow all his Increase, resolves to pull down his Barns, and to build much Larger. A Rich Man in a very Plentiful Year, being At a loss where to bestow all his Increase, resolves to pull down his Barns, and to built much Larger. dt j n1 p-acp dt j j n1, vbg p-acp dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi d po31 n1, vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n2, cc pc-acp vvi d jc. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
14 And when all his Goods were safely layd up, he means to spend the rest of his Life in Ease and Pleasure; And when all his Goods were safely laid up, he means to spend the rest of his Life in Ease and Pleasure; cc c-crq d po31 n2-j vbdr av-j vvn a-acp, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
15 to enjoy all he hath himself alone, without any regard to the needs of others, to enjoy all he hath himself alone, without any regard to the needs of Others, pc-acp vvi d pns31 vhz px31 av-j, p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
16 and without making any Reflection, whence that Plenty came, for what end it was send him, and without making any Reflection, whence that Plenty Come, for what end it was send him, cc p-acp vvg d n1, c-crq d n1 vvd, p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbds vvi pno31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
17 or what account he was to make for it. or what account he was to make for it. cc r-crq n1 pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
18 Soul, saith he ver. 19. Thou hast much Goods layd up for many Tears, take thine Ease, Eat, Drink and be merry, or Feast. Soul, Says he ver. 19. Thou hast much Goods laid up for many Tears, take thine Ease, Eat, Drink and be merry, or Feast. n1, vvz pns31 fw-la. crd pns21 vh2 d n2-j vvn a-acp p-acp d n2, vvb po21 n1, vvb, vvb cc vbi j, cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
19 We have here the Uncharitable Rich Mans Character: We have Here the Uncharitable Rich men Character: pns12 vhb av dt j j ng1 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
20 He is laying up Treasure for himself only, without any consideration either of God or Man. His Estate is all his own, He is laying up Treasure for himself only, without any consideration either of God or Man. His Estate is all his own, pns31 vbz vvg a-acp n1 p-acp px31 av-j, p-acp d n1 av-d pp-f np1 cc n1 po31 n1 vbz d po31 d, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
21 and he, or his will enjoy it all themselves. and he, or his will enjoy it all themselves. cc pns31, cc po31 n1 vvi pn31 d px32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
22 He knows no happiness, nor desires any other, save only what his Wealth can procure him: He knows no happiness, nor Desires any other, save only what his Wealth can procure him: pns31 vvz dx n1, ccx vvz d n-jn, vvb av-j r-crq po31 n1 vmb vvi pno31: (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
23 And as for the Poor, God can provide for them without his help. And as for the Poor, God can provide for them without his help. cc c-acp p-acp dt j, np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
24 Now in the next words, the Folly and Disappointment, the Misery and Ruine of this poor Inconsiderate Sensual Wretch, are exposed by our Saviour for a warning to others. Now in the next words, the Folly and Disappointment, the Misery and Ruin of this poor Inconsiderate Sensual Wretch, Are exposed by our Saviour for a warning to Others. av p-acp dt ord n2, dt n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j j j n1, vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp n2-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
25 But God said unto him, Thou Fool, this night thy Soul shall be required of thee; But God said unto him, Thou Fool, this night thy Soul shall be required of thee; p-acp np1 vvd p-acp pno31, pns21 n1, d n1 po21 n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno21; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
26 then whose shall those things be which thou hast provided? Those many Years he promised himself, are at an end in one night; then whose shall those things be which thou hast provided? Those many years he promised himself, Are At an end in one night; av r-crq vmb d n2 vbb r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn? d d n2 pns31 vvd px31, vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
27 the goods he reckons upon are no longer his; and he is called to give an account of the abuse of his Trust; the goods he reckons upon Are no longer his; and he is called to give an account of the abuse of his Trust; dt n2-j pns31 vvz p-acp vbr av-dx av-jc po31; cc pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
28 and must expect the sad doom of an Unjust Steward, who had either Riotously wasted, and must expect the sad doom of an Unjust Steward, who had either Riotously wasted, cc vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt j-u n1, r-crq vhd d av-j vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
29 or Covetously hoarded up for himself, what his Lord put into his hands for the Maintenance and Relief of his Fellow-Servants. or Covetously hoarded up for himself, what his Lord put into his hands for the Maintenance and Relief of his Fellow servants. cc av-j vvd a-acp p-acp px31, r-crq po31 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
30 So is he, saith our Lord, that layeth up Treasure for himself, and is not Rich towards God. So is he, Says our Lord, that Layeth up Treasure for himself, and is not Rich towards God. av vbz pns31, vvz po12 n1, cst vvz a-acp n1 p-acp px31, cc vbz xx j p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
31 Such is he in design and practise, and such is the issue of his ill-natured folly; Such is he in Design and practice, and such is the issue of his ill-natured folly; d vbz pns31 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
32 so very Foolish, so wholly Disappointed, and Miserable is that Man, who is more concern'd about getting or keeping an Estate, so very Foolish, so wholly Disappointed, and Miserable is that Man, who is more concerned about getting or keeping an Estate, av av j, av av-jn vvn, cc j vbz d n1, r-crq vbz av-dc vvn p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
33 than about employing a good part of it in Works of Mercy. than about employing a good part of it in Works of Mercy. cs p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp vvz pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
34 Having thus set this Text in its true light, and shewn its coherence with, and relation to, the foregoing Precept and Parable of our Lord; Having thus Set this Text in its true Light, and shown its coherence with, and Relation to, the foregoing Precept and Parable of our Lord; vhg av vvd d n1 p-acp po31 j n1, cc vvn po31 n1 p-acp, cc n1 p-acp, dt vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
35 and that it is the Explication of the one, and the Moral of the other. and that it is the Explication of the one, and the Moral of the other. cc cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt crd, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
36 I shall use this Method in my discourse thereon. 1. I shall a little more fully explain and enlarge upon its true sense and meaning. 2. I shall propound to your view and consideration that General Doctrine which seems to be the main Scope and Design of the whole, I shall use this Method in my discourse thereon. 1. I shall a little more Fully explain and enlarge upon its true sense and meaning. 2. I shall propound to your view and consideration that General Doctrine which seems to be the main Scope and Design of the Whole, pns11 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp po11 n1 av. crd pns11 vmb dt av-j av-dc av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1. crd pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1 cc n1 cst j n1 r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
37 and make good the truth of it by proper Arguments. 3. I shall make some Reflections pertinent to this matter. and make good the truth of it by proper Arguments. 3. I shall make Some Reflections pertinent to this matter. cc vvi j dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp j n2. crd pns11 vmb vvi d n2 j p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
38 First, Then as to the meaning of the phrases here used, Laying up treasure for a mans self, evidently imports his getting, First, Then as to the meaning of the phrases Here used, Laying up treasure for a men self, evidently imports his getting, ord, av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 av vvn, vvg a-acp n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, av-j vvz po31 n-vvg, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
39 or keeping, or using superfluous wealth; or keeping, or using superfluous wealth; cc vvg, cc vvg j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
40 what is over and above either the necessities, or true natural, (not fantastical imaginary) coveniences of life, only for himself, or his own nearest Relations; what is over and above either the necessities, or true natural, (not fantastical imaginary) coveniences of life, only for himself, or his own nearest Relations; q-crq vbz a-acp cc p-acp d dt n2, cc j j, (xx j j) n2 pp-f n1, av-j p-acp px31, cc po31 d av-j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
41 or to gratify any inordinate appetites, such as are the too great love of mony, or of sensual pleasures, or vain-glorious pride; or to gratify any inordinate appetites, such as Are the too great love of money, or of sensual pleasures, or vainglorious pride; cc pc-acp vvi d j n2, d c-acp vbr dt av j n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f j n2, cc j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
42 and this without taking notice of, and relieving the wants of other men. and this without taking notice of, and relieving the Wants of other men. cc d p-acp vvg n1 pp-f, cc vvg dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
43 And, on the contrary, to be rich towards God, implys our having a due regard to his will and Laws in the getting, And, on the contrary, to be rich towards God, Implies our having a due regard to his will and Laws in the getting, np1, p-acp dt n-jn, pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, vvz po12 vhg dt j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n-vvg, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
44 and managing our wealth, and behaving our selves as STEWARDS, not as LORDS, and absolute Proprietors of those gifts we receive from GOD. and managing our wealth, and behaving our selves as STEWARDS, not as LORDS, and absolute Proprietors of those Gifts we receive from GOD. cc vvg po12 n1, cc vvg po12 n2 p-acp n2, xx c-acp ng1, cc j n2 pp-f d n2 pns12 vvb p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
45 So that, if we joyn both these expressions together, to Lay up Treasure for our selves, So that, if we join both these expressions together, to Lay up Treasure for our selves, av cst, cs pns12 vvb d d n2 av, p-acp vvd a-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
46 and not to be RICH towards GOD, will signify, both from the force of the words, and not to be RICH towards GOD, will signify, both from the force of the words, cc xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, vmb vvi, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
47 and the whole Scope of the Parable, so to get, or keep, or use wealth, and the Whole Scope of the Parable, so to get, or keep, or use wealth, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, av pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
48 as not to have due respect to Almighty God, as to the Supream giver of disposer of it; as not to have due respect to Almighty God, as to the Supreme giver of disposer of it; c-acp xx pc-acp vhi j-jn n1 p-acp j-jn np1, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 pp-f pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
49 and to that end for which it was lent us, and the use we ought to put some good part of that to, of which we have no true need our selves; and to that end for which it was lent us, and the use we ought to put Some good part of that to, of which we have no true need our selves; cc p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbds vvn pno12, cc dt n1 pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f d p-acp, pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb dx j n1 po12 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
50 or to place our chief Happiness in our Riches, Soul, take thine ease; or in those bodily, barely-Animal Pleasures to which they chiefly Minister; or to place our chief Happiness in our Riches, Soul, take thine ease; or in those bodily, barely-Animal Pleasures to which they chiefly Minister; cc pc-acp vvi po12 j-jn n1 p-acp po12 n2, n1, vvb po21 n1; cc p-acp d j, n1 n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 av-jn vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
51 or those empty Titles, Preference, or other Worldly advantages they usually procure, so as not to employ what we have to spare, at least, a very considerable part of a large Income, in supplying the wants of the Honest and Industrious Poor. or those empty Titles, Preference, or other Worldly advantages they usually procure, so as not to employ what we have to spare, At least, a very considerable part of a large Income, in supplying the Wants of the Honest and Industria Poor. cc d j n2, n1, cc j-jn j n2 pns32 av-j vvi, av c-acp xx pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi, p-acp ds, dt j j n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
52 All this is apparently imply'd in that preposterous care, and perverse mis-management of riches here condemned by our Lord under the name of laying up Treasure for our selves, All this is apparently implied in that preposterous care, and perverse mismanagement of riches Here condemned by our Lord under the name of laying up Treasure for our selves, av-d d vbz av-j vvn p-acp d j n1, cc j n1 pp-f n2 av vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg a-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
53 and not being rich towards God. and not being rich towards God. cc xx vbg j p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
54 And the word So, NONLATINALPHABET, connecting this verse to the preceding parable, and applying it to the whole Scheme by way of Accomodation and Resemblance, gives us this general sense, And the word So,, connecting this verse to the preceding parable, and applying it to the Whole Scheme by Way of Accommodation and Resemblance, gives us this general sense, cc dt n1 av,, vvg d n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cc vvg pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvz pno12 d j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
55 as the drift and purport of our Lords discourse on this Subject: as the drift and purport of our lords discourse on this Subject: c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 vvi p-acp d n-jn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
56 Consider how gross the folly, how unreasonable the procedure, and how certain, and withal, how terrible the defeat of such a Rich Man's hope must soon be, who had no consideration for other mens needs, no end, no God but himself, Consider how gross the folly, how unreasonable the procedure, and how certain, and withal, how terrible the defeat of such a Rich Man's hope must soon be, who had no consideration for other men's needs, no end, no God but himself, vvb c-crq j dt n1, c-crq j dt n1, cc c-crq j, cc av, c-crq j dt n1 pp-f d dt j ng1 n1 vmb av vbi, r-crq vhd dx n1 p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, dx n1, dx n1 p-acp px31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
57 when he is surpriz'd by death; when he is surprised by death; c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
58 and then, Take heed and beware of such Covetousness, and irregular self-love as is here Exemplify'd: and then, Take heed and beware of such Covetousness, and irregular Self-love as is Here Exemplified: cc av, vvb n1 cc vvi pp-f d n1, cc j n1 c-acp vbz av vvn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
59 Of hoarding up for your selves what God entrusted you with for the support, and comfort of his Children. So is he, i. e. Of hoarding up for your selves what God Entrusted you with for the support, and Comfort of his Children. So is he, i. e. pp-f vvg a-acp p-acp po22 n2 r-crq np1 vvn pn22 p-acp p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n2. av vbz pns31, uh. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
60 such a short-sighted unthinking fool, as this here in the Parable: So unmindful of God his great Master and Benefactor; such a shortsighted unthinking fool, as this Here in the Parable: So unmindful of God his great Master and Benefactor; d dt j j n1, c-acp d av p-acp dt n1: av j pp-f np1 po31 j n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
61 So inhuman and regardless of his poor BRETHREN, who perish for want of those provisions which his barns could not hold, So inhuman and regardless of his poor BRETHREN, who perish for want of those provisions which his Barns could not hold, av j cc j pp-f po31 j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq po31 n2 vmd xx vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
62 and might have saved him the labour of building new ones; and So miserably disappointed at the last; and might have saved him the labour of building new ones; and So miserably disappointed At the last; cc vmd vhi vvn pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1 j pi2; cc av av-j vvn p-acp dt ord; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
63 and So lost and So undone for ever is that wretched man, who spends all his time, and So lost and So undone for ever is that wretched man, who spends all his time, cc av vvn cc av vvn p-acp av vbz d j n1, r-crq vvz d po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
64 and care, and strength in increasing, or preserving his wealth; and care, and strength in increasing, or preserving his wealth; cc n1, cc n1 p-acp vvg, cc vvg po31 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
65 or abuses it to Luxury, or to pride and vanity, without taking care To be Rich towards God, or to lay out a good proportion of his abundance in those works of mercy which God doth require of him in this, or Abuses it to Luxury, or to pride and vanity, without taking care To be Rich towards God, or to lay out a good proportion of his abundance in those works of mercy which God does require of him in this, cc vvz pn31 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi av dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vdz vvi pp-f pno31 p-acp d, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
66 and will reward him for in the next life. So much for the Explication and Meaning of the Words. and will reward him for in the next life. So much for the Explication and Meaning of the Words. cc vmb vvi pno31 p-acp p-acp dt ord n1. av av-d c-acp dt n1 cc vvg pp-f dt n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
67 Secondly, The general Doctrine deducible from this Parable, as the main drift and design of it seems to be this; Secondly, The general Doctrine deducible from this Parable, as the main drift and Design of it seems to be this; ord, dt j n1 j p-acp d n1, c-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
68 That, as it is too much the Custom, so it is both the mighty folly, That, as it is too much the Custom, so it is both the mighty folly, cst, c-acp pn31 vbz av av-d dt n1, av pn31 vbz d dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
69 and error, the disappointment and the ruin of too many Rich men, that they are more intent upon adding to their heap, and keeping it together; and error, the disappointment and the ruin of too many Rich men, that they Are more intent upon adding to their heap, and keeping it together; cc n1, dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f av d j n2, cst pns32 vbr av-dc j p-acp vvg p-acp po32 n1, cc vvg pn31 av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
70 or in lavishing out their store unduly upon themselves; or in lavishing out their store unduly upon themselves; cc p-acp vvg av po32 n1 av-j p-acp px32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
71 or on too carefully laying it up for their posterity, than upon managing their great affluence so as may turn to their best account in the next life; or on too carefully laying it up for their posterity, than upon managing their great affluence so as may turn to their best account in the next life; cc p-acp av av-j vvg pn31 a-acp p-acp po32 n1, cs p-acp vvg po32 j n1 av c-acp vmb vvi p-acp po32 js n1 p-acp dt ord n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
72 and may most comply with that end, for which this Talent was put into their hands. and may most comply with that end, for which this Talon was put into their hands. cc vmb av-js vvi p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq d n1 vbds vvn p-acp po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
73 Or, that he is extreamly foolish who sets his heart more upon leaving a great Estate at his death, Or, that he is extremely foolish who sets his heart more upon leaving a great Estate At his death, cc, cst pns31 vbz av-jn j r-crq vvz po31 n1 av-dc p-acp vvg dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
74 than upon doing a great deal of good with it in his life time. than upon doing a great deal of good with it in his life time. cs p-acp vdg dt j n1 pp-f j p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n1 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
75 And on the other side, the rich man's diligent study and practise of Beneficence and Charity, is the true measure of his Wisdom, And on the other side, the rich Man's diligent study and practice of Beneficence and Charity, is the true measure of his Wisdom, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt j ng1 j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
76 as well as the proper duty of his place and station. Now the truth of this Doctrin will manifestly appear from these four following considerations. as well as the proper duty of his place and station. Now the truth of this Doctrine will manifestly appear from these four following considerations. c-acp av c-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. av dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp d crd vvg n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
77 They are extreamly foolish, and like to him her mentioned, who Lay up Treasure for themselves, They Are extremely foolish, and like to him her mentioned, who Lay up Treasure for themselves, pns32 vbr av-jn j, cc av-j p-acp pno31 pno31 vvd, r-crq vvd a-acp n1 p-acp px32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
78 and are not Rich towards God. and Are not Rich towards God. cc vbr xx j p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
79 1. Because all those who thirst after wealth immoderately, or use great portions of it in the service of any vice, mistake the nature and end of Riches. 1. Because all those who thirst After wealth immoderately, or use great portions of it in the service of any vice, mistake the nature and end of Riches. crd p-acp d d r-crq vvb p-acp n1 av-j, cc vvi j n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
80 2. Because they understand not the true use and mighty advantage which may be made of them, 2. Because they understand not the true use and mighty advantage which may be made of them, crd p-acp pns32 vvb xx dt j n1 cc j n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
81 when they are employ'd so as they ought to be. when they Are employed so as they ought to be. c-crq pns32 vbr vvd av c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
82 3. Because by neglecting, or coming short in their works of mercy, they deprive themselves of the chief, 3. Because by neglecting, or coming short in their works of mercy, they deprive themselves of the chief, crd p-acp p-acp vvg, cc vvg j p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb px32 pp-f dt j-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
83 or only Remedy against the certain danger and usual mischief of Worldly prosperity, and so make it hard for themselves to be saved. or only Remedy against the certain danger and usual mischief of Worldly Prosperity, and so make it hard for themselves to be saved. cc j n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f j n1, cc av vvb pn31 av-j p-acp px32 pc-acp vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
84 4. Because as their Riches make it hard, so their ill, or no use of them, 4. Because as their Riches make it hard, so their ill, or no use of them, crd p-acp p-acp po32 n2 vvi pn31 av-j, av po32 n-jn, cc dx n1 pp-f pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
85 and total want of Charity make it impossible for them to be saved, if they die in that state. and total want of Charity make it impossible for them to be saved, if they die in that state. cc j n1 pp-f n1 vvi pn31 j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pns32 vvb p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
86 1. They who are wholly taken up with the care and thoughts of mony, and over joy'd with great posessions, are very unwise, 1. They who Are wholly taken up with the care and thoughts of money, and over joyed with great possessions, Are very unwise, crd pns32 r-crq vbr av-jn vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, cc a-acp vvd p-acp j n2, vbr av j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
87 because they are much mistaken in the nature and value, & power, and end of that which they make their Capital, their chief Affair. Because they Are much mistaken in the nature and valve, & power, and end of that which they make their Capital, their chief Affair. c-acp pns32 vbr av-d vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f d r-crq pns32 vvb po32 j, po32 j-jn n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
88 For they falsely suppose that a great deal of wealth will furnish all that is needful to make them truly Happy. For they falsely suppose that a great deal of wealth will furnish all that is needful to make them truly Happy. p-acp pns32 av-j vvb cst dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi d cst vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
89 But now the contrary Assertion to this too Fatal Error, is laid down by our Blessed Lord as the very reason why we ought to take heed and beware of Covetousness, But now the contrary Assertion to this too Fatal Error, is laid down by our Blessed Lord as the very reason why we ought to take heed and beware of Covetousness, p-acp av dt j-jn n1 p-acp d av j n1, vbz vvn a-acp p-acp po12 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt j n1 c-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvi pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
90 or a desire of having too much, all we can get any way; or a desire of having too much, all we can get any Way; cc dt n1 pp-f vhg av av-d, av-d pns12 vmb vvi d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
91 for, saith he, A Mans life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth, i. e. for, Says he, A men life Consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he Possesses, i. e. p-acp, vvz pns31, dt ng1 n1 vvz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvz, sy. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
92 No Mans life can be either prolonged one moment, or made more truly happy by such a surplusage of riches as neither the necessities, No men life can be either prolonged one moment, or made more truly happy by such a surplusage of riches as neither the necessities, uh-dx ng1 n1 vmb vbi av-d vvn crd n1, cc vvd av-dc av-j j p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n2 c-acp dx dt n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
93 nor true Conveniences of life demand. nor true Conveniences of life demand. ccx j n2 pp-f n1 vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
94 All happiness pretended to beyond this Competency, either in the bare possessing, or in Luxuriously and vainly expending much wealth, is but a diseased fancy and illusion of brain-sick men. All happiness pretended to beyond this Competency, either in the bore possessing, or in Luxuriously and vainly expending much wealth, is but a diseased fancy and illusion of brainsick men. d n1 vvd p-acp p-acp d n1, av-d p-acp dt j n-vvg, cc p-acp av-j cc av-j vvg d n1, vbz p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
95 And 'tis well known that all such false Appetites and Ill-grounded desires are as unsatiable, as they are unnatural, and unreasonable. And it's well known that all such false Appetites and Ill-grounded Desires Are as unsatiable, as they Are unnatural, and unreasonable. cc pn31|vbz av vvn cst d d j n2 cc j n2 vbr a-acp j, c-acp pns32 vbr j, cc j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
96 Neither the wealthiest Prince that ever was, nor the greatest Conqueror, had every Gold, or Empire enough to make him easy and contented, Neither the Wealthiest Prince that ever was, nor the greatest Conqueror, had every Gold, or Empire enough to make him easy and contented, av-d dt js n1 cst av vbds, ccx dt js n1, vhd d n1, cc n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pno31 j cc vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
97 as long as there was still any more in the world. And no man can be happy who is not pleased with his present condition. as long as there was still any more in the world. And no man can be happy who is not pleased with his present condition. c-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vbds av d dc p-acp dt n1. cc dx n1 vmb vbi j r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp po31 j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
98 But besides this, Riches can neither make a man Wise nor Good: which is the proper felicity of rational, intelligent beings. But beside this, Riches can neither make a man Wise nor Good: which is the proper felicity of rational, intelligent beings. cc-acp p-acp d, n2 vmb av-dx vvi dt n1 j ccx j: r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f j, j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
99 They rise no higher than to provide for, and gratify the body which is the husk and shell only, They rise no higher than to provide for, and gratify the body which is the husk and shell only, pns32 vvb dx jc cs pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi dt n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 av-j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
100 or the prison, as some call it, of that immortal spirit, which distinguishes us from the brute Beasts; or the prison, as Some call it, of that immortal Spirit, which Distinguishes us from the brutus Beasts; cc dt n1, c-acp d vvb pn31, pp-f cst j n1, r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
101 and so must raise us to another kind, and pitch of Happiness than what we can have in Common with them. and so must raise us to Another kind, and pitch of Happiness than what we can have in Common with them. cc av vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp j-jn n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 av r-crq pns12 vmb vhi p-acp j p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
102 And this made Socrates suspend his judgment concerning the happiness of the great King, or Persian Monarch, till he was better inform'd, And this made Socrates suspend his judgement Concerning the happiness of the great King, or Persian Monarch, till he was better informed, cc d vvn npg1 vvb po31 n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc jp n1, c-acp pns31 vbds av-jc vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
103 how much Wisdom and Vertue he had. how much Wisdom and Virtue he had. c-crq d n1 cc n1 pns31 vhd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
104 And for the same reason, he refused to say, that another newly made a mighty rich man was happy, And for the same reason, he refused to say, that Another newly made a mighty rich man was happy, cc p-acp dt d n1, pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi, cst j-jn av-j vvd dt j j n1 vbds j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
105 until he saw what use he would make of his Estate. For by these he rightly measured the felicity of every man; until he saw what use he would make of his Estate. For by these he rightly measured the felicity of every man; c-acp pns31 vvd r-crq n1 pns31 vmd vvi pp-f po31 n1. p-acp p-acp d pns31 av-jn vvd dt n1 pp-f d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
106 and affirm'd, that all other things which mis-judging vulgar minds dote on, Riches, and Honours, and affirmed, that all other things which Misjudging Vulgar minds dote on, Riches, and Honours, cc vvd, cst d j-jn n2 r-crq j j n2 vvb a-acp, n2, cc ng1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
107 and Kingdoms, &c. had no great matter in them, were of no Consequence at all in order to make men happy. and Kingdoms, etc. had no great matter in them, were of no Consequence At all in order to make men happy. cc n2, av vhd dx j n1 p-acp pno32, vbdr pp-f dx n1 p-acp d p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n2 j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
108 And a very Knowing Man of our Nation (Lord Verulam ) assures us, as well from his own, And a very Knowing Man of our nation (Lord Verulam) assures us, as well from his own, cc dt j vvg n1 pp-f po12 n1 (n1 np1) vvz pno12, c-acp av p-acp po31 d, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
109 as from the Universal experience of Mankind, That Great Persons must borrow other Mens opinions to think themselves Happy: as from the Universal experience of Mankind, That Great Persons must borrow other Men's opinions to think themselves Happy: c-acp p-acp dt j-u n1 pp-f n1, cst j n2 vmb vvi j-jn ng2 n2 pc-acp vvi px32 j: (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
110 For if they judge by what they feel only, they cannot find any such thing. Thus are these fond Admirers of Riches altogether ignorant of the true Nature and Power, For if they judge by what they feel only, they cannot find any such thing. Thus Are these found Admirers of Riches altogether ignorant of the true Nature and Power, c-acp cs pns32 vvb p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb av-j, pns32 vmbx vvi d d n1. av vbr d j n2 pp-f n2 av j pp-f dt j n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
111 or indeed, Impotency, Inability of Wealth, to procure and to establish any happiness to Man; or indeed, Impotency, Inability of Wealth, to procure and to establish any happiness to Man; cc av, n1, n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
112 and consequently they are miserably fool d and abus'd in a False expectation of what it can never perform. and consequently they Are miserably fool worser and abused in a False expectation of what it can never perform. cc av-j pns32 vbr av-j n1 n2 cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f r-crq pn31 vmb av-x vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
113 Since no Solid Rational satisfaction of the mind of Man ever was, or can be ever found, either in those low despicable Pleasures of Sense, in which the Bruits, Since no Solid Rational satisfaction of the mind of Man ever was, or can be ever found, either in those low despicable Pleasures of Sense, in which the Bruits, p-acp dx j j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 av vbds, cc vmb vbi av vvn, av-d p-acp d j j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
114 or rival, or perhaps excel Man; or rival, or perhaps excel Man; cc n1, cc av vvi n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
115 or in all the Pageantry of Secular Greatness, the empty Smoke, Dust and Noise of Worldly Pomps and Vanities; or in all the Pageantry of Secular Greatness, the empty Smoke, Dust and Noise of Worldly Pomps and Vanities; cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f j n1, dt j n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
116 to which only, abundance always can, and commonly doth exalt, and then abuse and puss up those weak untaught minds who know no better things. to which only, abundance always can, and commonly does exalt, and then abuse and puss up those weak untaught minds who know no better things. p-acp r-crq av-j, n1 av vmb, cc av-j vdz vvi, cc av vvi cc n1 p-acp d j j n2 r-crq vvb dx jc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
117 Nor do these Men much reflect upon the fleeting fading Nature of these Transitory things; the great uncertainty there is of their possessing them one Day; Nor doe these Men much reflect upon the fleeting fading Nature of these Transitory things; the great uncertainty there is of their possessing them one Day; ccx n1 d n2 av-d vvb p-acp dt j-vvg j-vvg n1 pp-f d j n2; dt j n1 a-acp vbz pp-f po32 vvg pno32 crd n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
118 Thou Fool, may God say to every one of them, this night thy Soul shall be required of thee: Thou Fool, may God say to every one of them, this night thy Soul shall be required of thee: pns21 n1, vmb np1 vvi p-acp d crd pp-f pno32, d n1 po21 n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno21: (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
119 Nor upon the as great certainty that they can not long enjoy, what is the only Good they care to have. Nor upon the as great certainty that they can not long enjoy, what is the only Good they care to have. ccx p-acp dt a-acp j n1 cst pns32 vmb xx av-j vvi, q-crq vbz dt j av-j pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
120 But now, he who understands the true nature of these things, and is too discerning to be brought by such thin appearances of Happiness into the common Paradise of Fools, looks upon a mighty Revenue, rather as a great Burthen and Incumbrance, a thoughtful careful Province, and a Busy Steward-ship. But now, he who understands the true nature of these things, and is too discerning to be brought by such thin appearances of Happiness into the Common Paradise of Fools, looks upon a mighty Revenue, rather as a great Burden and Encumbrance, a thoughtful careful Province, and a Busy Stewardship. p-acp av, pns31 r-crq vvz dt j n1 pp-f d n2, cc vbz av vvg pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, vvz p-acp dt j n1, av-c p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, dt j j n1, cc dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
121 And all that can make it, I say not desirable or valuable, but tolerable to such a man, is the hopes he hath by his wise management of his ten Tallents to bring Honour to his Great Master, And all that can make it, I say not desirable or valuable, but tolerable to such a man, is the hope's he hath by his wise management of his ten Talents to bring Honour to his Great Master, cc d cst vmb vvi pn31, pns11 vvb xx j cc j, cc-acp j p-acp d dt n1, vbz dt n2 pns31 vhz p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f po31 crd n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
122 and obtain the Reward promised to the good and faithful Servant. and obtain the Reward promised to the good and faithful Servant. cc vvi dt n1 vvd p-acp dt j cc j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
123 His being a Large Dispencer, and Instrument of the Divine Bounty to the Family of God, is both the joy and support of his Spirit, His being a Large Dispenser, and Instrument of the Divine Bounty to the Family of God, is both the joy and support of his Spirit, po31 vbg dt j np1, cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz d dt n1 cc vvi pp-f po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
124 and the only true advantage of his having more then he needs, or would otherwise have the trouble of, and the only true advantage of his having more then he needs, or would otherwise have the trouble of, cc dt j j n1 pp-f po31 vhg av-dc cs pns31 vvz, cc vmd av vhi dt n1 pp-f, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
125 if it were to be mispent in the too generally received methods of the World. if it were to be Mis-spent in the too generally received methods of the World. cs pn31 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt av av-j vvn n2 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
126 Second, The Folly of those who are more intent upon laying up Treasures on Earth than in Heaven, Second, The Folly of those who Are more intent upon laying up Treasures on Earth than in Heaven, ord, dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbr av-dc j p-acp vvg a-acp n2 p-acp n1 cs p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
127 or upon having a great Estate, than making a due and good use of what they have, is seen in this; or upon having a great Estate, than making a due and good use of what they have, is seen in this; cc p-acp vhg dt j n1, cs vvg dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vhb, vbz vvn p-acp d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
128 that they do not consider enough, nor understand what the best and true use of Wealth is, that they do not Consider enough, nor understand what the best and true use of Wealth is, cst pns32 vdb xx vvi av-d, ccx vvi r-crq dt js cc j n1 pp-f n1 vbz, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
129 and how it may be most improved. and how it may be most improved. cc c-crq pn31 vmb vbi av-ds vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
130 It were easie for God so to order things here below, that no Man should need to be Poor; It were easy for God so to order things Here below, that no Man should need to be Poor; pn31 vbdr j p-acp np1 av pc-acp vvi n2 av a-acp, cst dx n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
131 but the Poor and Rich have from this variety and difference of their outward circumstances, opportunity of exercising several Graces and Virtues which could not otherwise subsist and have place amongst Men. but the Poor and Rich have from this variety and difference of their outward Circumstances, opportunity of exercising several Graces and Virtues which could not otherwise subsist and have place among Men. cc-acp dt j cc j vhb p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 j n2, n1 pp-f vvg j n2 cc n2 r-crq vmd xx av vvi cc vhb n1 p-acp n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
132 The Pious and Industrious Poor, have hereby occasion to exercise their Patience and Submission to the Will of God, The Pious and Industria Poor, have hereby occasion to exercise their Patience and Submission to the Will of God, dt j cc j j, vhb av n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
133 and their dependence on, and trust in him for a supply to their wants. and their dependence on, and trust in him for a supply to their Wants. cc po32 n1 a-acp, cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
134 And the Rich have manifold invitations and opportunities to shew the sincerity of their love to God, And the Rich have manifold invitations and opportunities to show the sincerity of their love to God, cc dt j vhb j n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
135 and to their Brethren, by their Liberality; and to their Brothers, by their Liberality; cc p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
136 as also to express their thankfulness to God for these outward Blessings, and that he has put them into that more happy station of being Givers rather than Receivers; as also to express their thankfulness to God for these outward Blessings, and that he has put them into that more happy station of being Givers rather than Receivers; c-acp av pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d j n2, cc cst pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp d dc j n1 pp-f vbg n2 av-c cs n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
137 and hereby to own that as all they have is from God, so it ought to be managed with regard to his will and pleasure, and for his greater Glory. and hereby to own that as all they have is from God, so it ought to be managed with regard to his will and pleasure, and for his greater Glory. cc av p-acp d cst p-acp d pns32 vhb vbz p-acp np1, av pn31 pi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cc p-acp po31 jc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
138 Beneficence also gives us a peculiar Title to the Favour and Blessing, and Protection of God here in this Life; Beneficence also gives us a peculiar Title to the Favour and Blessing, and Protection of God Here in this Life; n1 av vvz pno12 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 av p-acp d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
139 nay, even to more Wealth, if God sees it to be best for us. nay, even to more Wealth, if God sees it to be best for us. uh-x, av p-acp dc n1, cs np1 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi js p-acp pno12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
140 St. Hierom affirms, that he did not remember to have read, that any Person ever had died an ill Death, who had been a great Alms-giver in his Life time. Saint Hieronymus affirms, that he did not Remember to have read, that any Person ever had died an ill Death, who had been a great Almsgiver in his Life time. n1 np1 vvz, cst pns31 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vhi vvn, cst d n1 av vhd vvn dt j-jn n1, r-crq vhd vbn dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
141 And we read, Prov. 11.24, 25. There is that scattereth, and yet increaseth; and there is that withholdeth more than is meet, but it tendeth to Poverty. And we read, Curae 11.24, 25. There is that Scattereth, and yet increases; and there is that withholdeth more than is meet, but it tendeth to Poverty. cc pns12 vvb, np1 crd, crd pc-acp vbz cst vvz, cc av vvz; cc pc-acp vbz cst vvz av-dc cs vbz j, cc-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
142 The Liberal Soul shall be made fat, and he that watereth, shall be watered also himself. The Liberal Soul shall be made fat, and he that Waters, shall be watered also himself. dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn j, cc pns31 cst vvz, vmb vbi vvn av px31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
143 But as a large diffusive Charity, and imparting to others in a good proportion to what Abundance God hath blessed us with, is the proper use of a great Income, But as a large diffusive Charity, and imparting to Others in a good proportion to what Abundance God hath blessed us with, is the proper use of a great Income, cc-acp p-acp dt j j n1, cc vvg p-acp n2-jn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
144 so is it the best improvement we can possibly make of it; so is it the best improvement we can possibly make of it; av vbz pn31 dt js n1 pns12 vmb av-j vvi pp-f pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
145 this is here styled, Being Rich towards God, and by our Lord, Laying up for our selves Treasure in Heaven, Mat. 6.20. or having Treasure in Heaven. this is Here styled, Being Rich towards God, and by our Lord, Laying up for our selves Treasure in Heaven, Mathew 6.20. or having Treasure in Heaven. d vbz av vvn, vbg j p-acp np1, cc p-acp po12 n1, vvg a-acp p-acp po12 n2 n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. cc vhg n1 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
146 'Tis putting so much stock into the Hands of God to be there Secured and Improv'd for us and ours, upon the best assurance, It's putting so much stock into the Hands of God to be there Secured and Improved for us and ours, upon the best assurance, pn31|vbz vvg av d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi a-acp vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12 cc png12, p-acp dt js n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
147 even his own Word, of having so much of it repaid to us again, or to ours in this World, even his own Word, of having so much of it repaid to us again, or to ours in this World, av po31 d n1, a-acp vhg av d pp-f pn31 vvn p-acp pno12 av, cc p-acp png12 p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
148 as God knows to be best for us or them. Prov. 19.17. He that hath pity upon the Poor, lendeth unto the Lord, and that which he hath given will he repay him again. as God knows to be best for us or them. Curae 19.17. He that hath pity upon the Poor, dares unto the Lord, and that which he hath given will he repay him again. c-acp np1 vvz pc-acp vbi js p-acp pno12 cc pno32. np1 crd. pns31 cst vhz n1 p-acp dt j, vvz p-acp dt n1, cc cst r-crq pns31 vhz vvn vmb pns31 vvi pno31 av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
149 But above all, this is the certain, and perhaps the only way, for Rich Men both to secure to themselves a Crown of Righteousness thro' the Mercy of God in Christ, But above all, this is the certain, and perhaps the only Way, for Rich Men both to secure to themselves a Crown of Righteousness through the Mercy of God in christ, cc-acp p-acp d, d vbz dt j, cc av dt j n1, p-acp j n2 av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp px32 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
150 and to increase the Weight and Glory of that Crown in Gods Kingdom. and to increase the Weight and Glory of that Crown in God's Kingdom. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp npg1 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
151 Our Blessed Lord promises a Reward to him, who shall give a Cup of cold Water only, to any of his in the Name of a Disciple, i. e. because they belong to him, Mat. 10.24. Our Blessed Lord promises a Reward to him, who shall give a Cup of cold Water only, to any of his in the Name of a Disciple, i. e. Because they belong to him, Mathew 10.24. po12 j-vvn n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 av-j, p-acp d pp-f png31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, sy. sy. c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pno31, np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
152 And in that description of the Day of Judgment, Mat. 25. he is pleased to assign no other cause of his putting the Blessed of his Father into possession of that Kingdom prepared for them from the Foundation of the World, And in that description of the Day of Judgement, Mathew 25. he is pleased to assign no other cause of his putting the Blessed of his Father into possession of that Kingdom prepared for them from the Foundation of the World, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dx j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg dt j-vvn pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
153 but only their having Fed and Cloathed him when he Hungry and Naked, and taken him in when he was a Stranger, but only their having Fed and Clothed him when he Hungry and Naked, and taken him in when he was a Stranger, cc-acp av-j po32 vhg vvn cc vvn pno31 c-crq pns31 j cc j, cc vvn pno31 p-acp c-crq pns31 vbds dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
154 and visited him when he was Sick and in Prison; and visited him when he was Sick and in Prison; cc vvd pno31 c-crq pns31 vbds j cc p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
155 i. e. their having relieved and taken care of his Brethren in their Needs and Distresses, which he therefore interprets as if done to himself, i. e. their having relieved and taken care of his Brothers in their Needs and Distresses, which he Therefore interprets as if done to himself, sy. sy. po32 vhg vvn cc vvn n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp po32 vvz cc n2, r-crq pns31 av vvz c-acp cs vdn p-acp px31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
156 and accordingly rewards with everlasting Happiness. and accordingly rewards with everlasting Happiness. cc av-vvg vvz p-acp j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
157 Thirdly, Very Rich men, if they are not given to Charity, and that in a good proportion to their Superfluous Riches, are very foolish, Thirdly, Very Rich men, if they Are not given to Charity, and that in a good proportion to their Superfluous Riches, Are very foolish, ord, av j n2, cs pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp n1, cc cst p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po32 j n2, vbr av j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
158 because by their failing in this duty, they neglect and deprive themselves of the most efficacious, Because by their failing in this duty, they neglect and deprive themselves of the most efficacious, c-acp p-acp po32 vvg p-acp d n1, pns32 vvb cc vvi px32 pp-f dt av-ds j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
159 if not the only sure remedy, against the danger and mischief of worldly prosperity; if not the only sure remedy, against the danger and mischief of worldly Prosperity; cs xx dt j j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
160 And that great difficulty our Saviour has told us there is for them to enter into the Kingdom of God. And that great difficulty our Saviour has told us there is for them to enter into the Kingdom of God. cc cst j n1 po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12 a-acp vbz p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
161 'Tis either the too great love, and over value men have for Riches; their setting their heart upon them, placing their confidence in them; It's either the too great love, and over valve men have for Riches; their setting their heart upon them, placing their confidence in them; pn31|vbz d dt av j n1, cc p-acp n1 n2 vhb p-acp n2; po32 n-vvg po32 n1 p-acp pno32, vvg po32 n1 p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
162 or their abuse of them, to the support, and gratification of their Ambition and Pride, or their Sensuality; or their abuse of them, to the support, and gratification of their Ambition and Pride, or their Sensuality; cc po32 n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, cc po32 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
163 and their forgetfulness of God, which make it harder for a Rich Man, as Christ positively affirms, Mat. 19.24. To enter into the Kingdom of God, than it is for a Camel to go through the eye of a needle. and their forgetfulness of God, which make it harder for a Rich Man, as christ positively affirms, Mathew 19.24. To enter into the Kingdom of God, than it is for a Camel to go through the eye of a needle. cc po32 n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvb pn31 jc p-acp dt j n1, c-acp np1 av-j vvz, np1 crd. pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
164 And the only way that God takes, as far as we can know, to work this Miracle, And the only Way that God Takes, as Far as we can know, to work this Miracle, cc dt j n1 cst np1 vvz, c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, pc-acp vvi d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
165 for those Rich Men who do enter into his Kingdom, or become true sincere Christians, is by infusing this Grace of Charity into their Souls; for those Rich Men who do enter into his Kingdom, or become true sincere Christians, is by infusing this Grace of Charity into their Souls; p-acp d j n2 r-crq vdb vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi j j np1, vbz p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
166 whereby he makes them Willing and Desirous to part with so much of their Wealth to the Poor, that they may have good Store of Treasure laid up for them in Heaven; whereby he makes them Willing and Desirous to part with so much of their Wealth to the Poor, that they may have good Store of Treasure laid up for them in Heaven; c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 vvg cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp av d pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt j, cst pns32 vmb vhi j n1 pp-f n1 vvn a-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
167 and by this means their hearts are loosed and dis-entangled from these perishing things, and centred upon God as their last end, and Supream Felicity. and by this means their hearts Are loosed and disentangled from these perishing things, and centred upon God as their last end, and Supreme Felicity. cc p-acp d n2 po32 n2 vbr vvn cc j p-acp d j-vvg n2, cc vvd p-acp np1 p-acp po32 ord n1, cc j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
168 It was the want of this Spiritual Wisdom, and disposition to beneficence, which made that young man who gave occasion to that hard and amazing saying, forsake Christ. It was the want of this Spiritual Wisdom, and disposition to beneficence, which made that young man who gave occasion to that hard and amazing saying, forsake christ. pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f d j n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vvd cst j n1 r-crq vvd n1 p-acp d j cc j-vvg n1, vvb np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
169 He went away with a sorrow proportionable to the greatness of his wealth. He was very sorrowful, Luk. 18.23. He went away with a sorrow proportionable to the greatness of his wealth. He was very sorrowful, Luk. 18.23. pns31 vvd av p-acp dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. pns31 vbds av j, np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
170 For he was very Rich. And he fondly chose rather to part with all hopes of that Eternal Life he had been so earnestly enquiring after, For he was very Rich. And he fondly chosen rather to part with all hope's of that Eternal Life he had been so earnestly inquiring After, c-acp pns31 vbds j np1 cc pns31 av-j vvd av pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f d j n1 pns31 vhd vbn av av-j vvg a-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
171 than with the great possessions he was master of. than with the great possessions he was master of. cs p-acp dt j n2 pns31 vbds n1 pp-f. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
172 Certainly did Rich Men consider well the horrible danger they are in, of being lost forever upon account of their Riches, (if they will believe our LORD and MASTER,) they would never have St. Paul 's charge out of their mind, which he enjoyns Timothy to give them, 1 Tim. 6.17, 18. They would neither be high-minded, insolent, Certainly did Rich Men Consider well the horrible danger they Are in, of being lost forever upon account of their Riches, (if they will believe our LORD and MASTER,) they would never have Saint Paul is charge out of their mind, which he enjoins Timothy to give them, 1 Tim. 6.17, 18. They would neither be High-minded, insolent, av-j vdd vvi n2 vvb av dt j n1 pns32 vbr p-acp, pp-f vbg vvn av p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2, (cs pns32 vmb vvi po12 n1 cc n1,) pns32 vmd av-x vhi n1 np1 vbz n1 av pp-f po32 n1, r-crq pns31 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi pno32, crd np1 crd, crd pns32 vmd av-dx vbi j, j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
173 or despisers of others, only for having less mony than they have; nor trust in their uncertain Riches, but in the living God; or despisers of Others, only for having less money than they have; nor trust in their uncertain Riches, but in the living God; cc n2 pp-f n2-jn, av-j p-acp vhg dc n1 cs pns32 vhb; ccx vvb p-acp po32 j n2, cc-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
174 from whom they receive them, and whose Stewards they are. from whom they receive them, and whose Stewards they Are. p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb pno32, cc rg-crq n2 pns32 vbr. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
175 They would then make it their chief business, their Trade or Calling, and look upon it as their greatest concern, They would then make it their chief business, their Trade or Calling, and look upon it as their greatest concern, pns32 vmd av vvi pn31 po32 j-jn n1, po32 n1 cc vvg, cc vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp po32 js vvb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
176 and true interest to do good to those who need them, to be Rich in good Works; and true Interest to do good to those who need them, to be Rich in good Works; cc j n1 pc-acp vdi j p-acp d r-crq vvb pno32, pc-acp vbi j p-acp j vvz; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
177 They would esteem these the best and most valuable part of their wealth, because they will be of use to them in the next life, They would esteem these the best and most valuable part of their wealth, Because they will be of use to them in the next life, pns32 vmd vvi d dt js cc av-ds j n1 pp-f po32 n1, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt ord n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
178 and consequently would be ready to distribute and willing to communicate. and consequently would be ready to distribute and willing to communicate. cc av-j vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi cc j pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
179 The Apostle backs his Exhortation with this irresistible Argument to all who believe another world, viz. That Rich Men do hereby lay up in Store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on Eternal Life. The Apostle backs his Exhortation with this irresistible Argument to all who believe Another world, viz. That Rich Men do hereby lay up in Store for themselves a good Foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on Eternal Life. dt n1 n2 po31 n1 p-acp d j n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb j-jn n1, n1 cst j n2 vdb av vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp px32 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
180 Since then a studyed well-Proportioned bounty to the Poor, is the most sure preservative against those destructive poysons of Mens Souls, viz. Covetousness, Pride, Luxury, Intemperance of all sorts; Since then a studied well-Proportioned bounty to the Poor, is the most sure preservative against those destructive poisons of Men's Souls, viz. Covetousness, Pride, Luxury, Intemperance of all sorts; p-acp cs dt j-vvn j n1 p-acp dt j, vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f ng2 n2, n1 n1, n1, n1, n1 pp-f d n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
181 which are so often the successful Temptations of Wealth, that only the wisest and best Men (which are not always the greatest number among the Rich,) are able to resist them, it must needs be the worst Husbandry, which Are so often the successful Temptations of Wealth, that only the Wisest and best Men (which Are not always the greatest number among the Rich,) Are able to resist them, it must needs be the worst Husbandry, r-crq vbr av av dt j n2 pp-f n1, cst av-j dt js cc js n2 (r-crq vbr xx av dt js n1 p-acp dt j,) vbr j pc-acp vvi pno32, pn31 vmb av vbi dt js n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
182 and the greatest folly in the world not to lay out our mony upon so great advantage; and the greatest folly in the world not to lay out our money upon so great advantage; cc dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi av po12 n1 p-acp av j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
183 and not starve our own excesses, and irregular courses, by making a plentiful provision for our necessitous brethren. and not starve our own Excesses, and irregular courses, by making a plentiful provision for our necessitous brothers. cc xx vvi po12 d n2, cc j n2, p-acp vvg dt j n1 p-acp po12 j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
184 Fourthly, The undoing folly and misery of all Uncharitable Rich Men, is palpably manifest in this, viz. That by such unfaithfulness to their trust, Fourthly, The undoing folly and misery of all Uncharitable Rich Men, is palpably manifest in this, viz. That by such unfaithfulness to their trust, ord, dt n-vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f d j j n2, vbz av-j j p-acp d, n1 cst p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
185 and inhumanity towards their brethren, they destroy all hopes of being Happy in the next State. and inhumanity towards their brothers, they destroy all hope's of being Happy in the next State. cc n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vvb d n2 pp-f vbg j p-acp dt ord n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
186 Wealth, and that power, and interest which it usually makes way for, and procures, are those particular Talents which God hath committed to their management; Wealth, and that power, and Interest which it usually makes Way for, and procures, Are those particular Talents which God hath committed to their management; n1, cc d n1, cc n1 r-crq pn31 av-j vvz n1 p-acp, cc vvz, vbr d j n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po32 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
187 and are therefore to be carefully, and diligently improv'd by them, to his Honour, and their own Personal good, and Are Therefore to be carefully, and diligently improved by them, to his Honour, and their own Personal good, cc vbr av pc-acp vbi av-j, cc av-j vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp po31 n1, cc po32 d j j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
188 and advantage in the other world, by their feeding and cloathing, and relieving and assisting all the distressed afflicted members of their Common Saviour. and advantage in the other world, by their feeding and clothing, and relieving and assisting all the distressed afflicted members of their Common Saviour. cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp po32 n-vvg cc n1, cc vvg cc vvg d dt j-vvn j-vvn n2 pp-f po32 j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
189 But now, if instead of giving their Lord's Houshold meat in due season, they shall be arrogant and injurious upon the strength of their Riches; But now, if instead of giving their Lord's Household meat in due season, they shall be arrogant and injurious upon the strength of their Riches; p-acp av, cs av pp-f vvg po32 ng1 n1 n1 p-acp j-jn n1, pns32 vmb vbi j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
190 and shall Eat and Drink with the Drunken, if they shall spend in the Entertainment of their own Vices what they receiv'd for the benefit and use of their Fellow Servants, their Lord shall come in a day when they look not for him, Mat. 24.50. All shall cut them asunder; and shall Eat and Drink with the Drunken, if they shall spend in the Entertainment of their own Vices what they received for the benefit and use of their Fellow Servants, their Lord shall come in a day when they look not for him, Mathew 24.50. All shall Cut them asunder; cc vmb vvi cc vvb p-acp dt j, cs pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2 r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1 n2, po32 n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb xx p-acp pno31, np1 crd. d vmb vvi pno32 av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
191 (which was the punishment of false Knaves and Cheating Villains) and shall appoint them their Portion with the Hypocrites, where there shall be weeping and Gnashing of Teeth, i. e. in the endless Torments of Hell Fire. (which was the punishment of false Knaves and Cheating Villains) and shall appoint them their Portion with the Hypocrites, where there shall be weeping and Gnashing of Teeth, i. e. in the endless Torments of Hell Fire. (r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc vvg n2) cc vmb vvi pno32 po32 n1 p-acp dt n2, c-crq a-acp vmb vbi vvg cc vvg pp-f n2, sy. sy. p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
192 Thus now have I made good, I hope, that Proposition which I advanced as the general Scope of this Parable, viz. That 'tis a mighty folly, Thus now have I made good, I hope, that Proposition which I advanced as the general Scope of this Parable, viz. That it's a mighty folly, av av vhb pns11 vvn j, pns11 vvb, cst n1 r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, n1 cst pn31|vbz dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
193 and will prove a terrible disappointment at the last to all those inconsiderate men who are more concern'd to heap up Riches for themselves, or their Children; and will prove a terrible disappointment At the last to all those inconsiderate men who Are more concerned to heap up Riches for themselves, or their Children; cc vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt ord p-acp d d j n2 r-crq vbr av-dc vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp n2 p-acp px32, cc po32 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
194 or more forward to mispend their wealth in any unjustifyable way of Sin or Vanity; or more forward to misspend their wealth in any unjustifyable Way of since or Vanity; cc av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
195 than to employ their overplus in such works of Piety and Charity, as make for the Honour of God, than to employ their overplus in such works of Piety and Charity, as make for the Honour of God, cs pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
196 and the succour and relief of his Children, and Servants. and the succour and relief of his Children, and Servants. cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
197 Or, that he is the very Fool, here called so by God himself, who makes it more his aim and business to be a great, than a Good Man; Or, that he is the very Fool, Here called so by God himself, who makes it more his aim and business to be a great, than a Good Man; cc, cst pns31 vbz dt j n1, av vvn av p-acp np1 px31, r-crq vvz pn31 av-dc po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi dt j, cs dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
198 and to be Rich and High in this World, than to be for ever happy in that which is to come. and to be Rich and High in this World, than to be for ever happy in that which is to come. cc pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp d n1, cs pc-acp vbi p-acp av j p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
199 For, So is he; So is every one of these narrow Souls, these self-seeking Rich Men; For, So is he; So is every one of these narrow Souls, these self-seeking Rich Men; p-acp, av vbz pns31; av vbz d crd pp-f d j n2, d j j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
200 1. So mistaken in the nature of Wealth, and so abused in his Expectation of Happiness; 1. So mistaken in the nature of Wealth, and so abused in his Expectation of Happiness; crd av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av vvn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
201 2. So ignorant of its true and best use, and of the great advantage may be made by employing it so as it ought to be; 2. So ignorant of its true and best use, and of the great advantage may be made by employing it so as it ought to be; crd av j pp-f po31 j cc js n1, cc pp-f dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg pn31 av c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
202 3. So negligent, and unwary in obviating, and preventing the danger which all Rich Men are in, 3. So negligent, and unwary in obviating, and preventing the danger which all Rich Men Are in, crd av j, cc j-u p-acp j-vvg, cc vvg dt n1 r-crq d j n2 vbr p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
203 and the harm and mischief which most receive from too great Abundance; and the harm and mischief which most receive from too great Abundance; cc dt n1 cc n1 r-crq av-ds vvd p-acp av j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
204 4. So for ever ruin'd by the mis-use of his Talent, is that man, who lays up Treasure for himself, 4. So for ever ruined by the misuse of his Talon, is that man, who lays up Treasure for himself, crd av p-acp av vvn p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1, vbz d n1, r-crq vvz a-acp n1 p-acp px31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
205 and is not Rich towards God. and is not Rich towards God. cc vbz xx j p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
206 So Unwise, so Dis-appointed, and so Finally Undone is that Miserable Man, who having not made himself Friends of the Mammon of unrighteousness, (if not unjustly gotten, at least too often unjustly detained, So Unwise, so Disappointed, and so Finally Undone is that Miserable Man, who having not made himself Friends of the Mammon of unrighteousness, (if not unjustly got, At least too often unjustly detained, av j-u, av j, cc av av-j vvn vbz d j n1, r-crq vhg xx vvn px31 n2 pp-f dt np1 pp-f n1, (cs xx av-j vvn, p-acp ds av av av-j vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
207 or unjustly used, as well as) Fading, Unstable, Perishing Wealth, can have no just or good hopes that he shall ever be received into Everlasting habitations, Gods Eternal Kingdom of Glory. or unjustly used, as well as) Fading, Unstable, Perishing Wealth, can have no just or good hope's that he shall ever be received into Everlasting habitations, God's Eternal Kingdom of Glory. cc av-j vvn, c-acp av a-acp) vvg, j-u, vvg n1, vmb vhi dx j cc j n2 cst pns31 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp j n2, n2 j n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
208 Now if want of Beneficence, and of due proportions of Works of Mercy be the apparent Folly, Now if want of Beneficence, and of due proportions of Works of Mercy be the apparent Folly, av cs n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f j-jn n2 pp-f vvz pp-f n1 vbb dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
209 and Sin, and Ruine of those Rich Men who have no regard to Gods Laws, and the wants of others, in disposing of their Estates; and since, and Ruin of those Rich Men who have no regard to God's Laws, and the Wants of Others, in disposing of their Estates; cc n1, cc n1 pp-f d j n2 r-crq vhb dx n1 p-acp npg1 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, p-acp vvg pp-f po32 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
210 it hence follows, That a due care about, and a Consciencious discharge of the obligation they have thereto, is the wisdom and happiness, of those who use their Wealth to the glory of God, and the good of Men; it hence follows, That a due care about, and a Conscientious discharge of the obligation they have thereto, is the Wisdom and happiness, of those who use their Wealth to the glory of God, and the good of Men; pn31 av vvz, cst dt j-jn n1 a-acp, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vhb av, vbz dt n1 cc n1, pp-f d r-crq vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j pp-f n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
211 or, that a Rich Man's well-proportioned Charity, is the best mark of his Prudence and Discretion. or, that a Rich Man's well-proportioned Charity, is the best mark of his Prudence and Discretion. cc, cst dt j n1|vbz j n1, vbz dt js n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
212 For some of the chief Properties and Rules of wisdom are, I think, generally agreed to be these: For Some of the chief Properties and Rules of Wisdom Are, I think, generally agreed to be these: p-acp d pp-f dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vbr, pns11 vvb, av-j vvn pc-acp vbi d: (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
213 Making a right Judgment of the Nature, and Intrinsick Worth and Value of those things we are concerned to understand. Making a right Judgement of the Nature, and Intrinsic Worth and Valve of those things we Are concerned to understand. vvg dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, cc j n1 cc vvi pp-f d n2 pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
214 Looking to the most distant issues and consequents of them. A wise Man sees as far before him as he can. Looking to the most distant issues and consequents of them. A wise Man sees as Far before him as he can. vvg p-acp dt av-ds j n2 cc n2-j pp-f pno32. dt j n1 vvz a-acp av-j c-acp pno31 c-acp pns31 vmb. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
215 Knowing how to make the true use and best improvement, or advantage of them to our selves. Knowing how to make the true use and best improvement, or advantage of them to our selves. vvg c-crq pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc js n1, cc n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp po12 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
216 Being aware of, and avoiding all inconvenience or harm, we might otherwise come to suffer by, or from them. Being aware of, and avoiding all inconvenience or harm, we might otherwise come to suffer by, or from them. vbg j pp-f, cc vvg d n1 cc n1, pns12 vmd av vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
217 Propounding to our selves in general the Best and Noblest End, i. e. the Highest degree of Happiness we are made capable of by our Nature, or the Favour of God. Propounding to our selves in general the Best and Noblest End, i. e. the Highest degree of Happiness we Are made capable of by our Nature, or the Favour of God. vvg p-acp po12 n2 p-acp j dt js cc js vvb, sy. sy. dt js n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vbr vvn j pp-f p-acp po12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
218 And then steadily pursuing this end by all requisite, most fit and proper ways, and means. And then steadily pursuing this end by all requisite, most fit and proper ways, and means. cc av av-j vvg d n1 p-acp d j, av-ds j cc j n2, cc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
219 Now he who makes it his main design, the affair and business of his Life, to be Rich towards God; to have his chief Treasure in Heaven, Now he who makes it his main Design, the affair and business of his Life, to be Rich towards God; to have his chief Treasure in Heaven, av pns31 r-crq vvz pn31 po31 j n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vbb j p-acp np1; pc-acp vhi po31 j-jn n1 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
220 and his Heart there also, even whilst he is in this Earthly Tabernacle; and his Heart there also, even while he is in this Earthly Tabernacle; cc po31 n1 a-acp av, av cs pns31 vbz p-acp d j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
221 he understands the nature & properties of Wealth, and what he may, or may not expect from it. he understands the nature & properties of Wealth, and what he may, or may not expect from it. pns31 vvz dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, cc r-crq pns31 vmb, cc vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
222 He knows how little will serve the needs of the Body, and furnish all those conveniences which a wise and good Man can think worth having: He knows how little will serve the needs of the Body, and furnish all those conveniences which a wise and good Man can think worth having: pns31 vvz c-crq av-j vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi d d n2 r-crq dt j cc j n1 vmb vvi j vhg: (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
223 And that whatever is over and above this, hath no other good in it, save what arises from our using it to the good of others. And that whatever is over and above this, hath no other good in it, save what arises from our using it to the good of Others. cc cst r-crq vbz a-acp cc p-acp d, vhz dx j-jn j p-acp pn31, p-acp r-crq vvz p-acp po12 vvg pn31 p-acp dt j pp-f n2-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
224 He reckons so much only of his Estate to be properly his, as he either uses himself, in complyance with the modest demands of Nature, He reckons so much only of his Estate to be properly his, as he either uses himself, in compliance with the modest demands of Nature, pns31 vvz av d j pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vbi av-j png31, c-acp pns31 av-d vvz px31, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
225 and the dictates of sober reason; and the dictates of Sobrium reason; cc dt vvz pp-f j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
226 or as he remits and sends before him into that Heavenly Country and House of his Father, towards which he is advancing every day, or as he remits and sends before him into that Heavenly Country and House of his Father, towards which he is advancing every day, cc c-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvg d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
227 and where his Treasure will be of the greatest benefit to him; and where his Treasure will be of the greatest benefit to him; cc c-crq po31 n1 vmb vbi pp-f dt js n1 p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
228 That only is mine which I either make use of my self, Quello e mio che io godo, That only is mine which I either make use of my self, Quello e mio che io Good, cst av-j vbz png11 r-crq pns11 av-d vvb n1 pp-f po11 n1, fw-it fw-la fw-mi fw-it fw-it fw-la, (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
229 & dono per Dio. or give for Gods sake. & Dono per Dio. or give for God's sake. cc fw-it fw-la np1 cc vvi p-acp ng1 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
230 He prudently considers the few Moments he is to spend here as a point, as nothing, in comparison with that eternal duration for which he is design'dand made; He prudently considers the few Moments he is to spend Here as a point, as nothing, in comparison with that Eternal duration for which he is design'dand made; pns31 av-j vvz dt d n2 pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1, c-acp pix, p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz n1 vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
231 and that single thought destroys and annihilates all those false appearances of happiness which either the gross pleasures of Sense, and that single Thought Destroys and annihilates all those false appearances of happiness which either the gross pleasures of Sense, cc cst j n1 vvz cc vvz d d j n2 pp-f n1 r-crq d dt j n2 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
232 or the thin air of Applause, or the noise of secular State and Grandeur, which are usually founded in & supported by store of Money, can any way pretend to. or the thin air of Applause, or the noise of secular State and Grandeur, which Are usually founded in & supported by store of Money, can any Way pretend to. cc dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr av-j vvn p-acp cc vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vmb d n1 vvb p-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
233 He judges of all these things as God doth (whose Judgment is the Rule and Standard of Truth) and who values Men by their true Wisdom and Virtue, their Piety and Charity, their Meekness and Humility; He judges of all these things as God does (whose Judgement is the Rule and Standard of Truth) and who value's Men by their true Wisdom and Virtue, their Piety and Charity, their Meekness and Humility; pns31 vvz pp-f d d n2 c-acp np1 vdz (rg-crq n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1) cc q-crq vvz n2 p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1, po32 n1 cc n1, po32 n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 2
234 not by their Birth, or Titles, or Riches, or any Quality which the weakest and worst of Men may share equally with the Best and the Wisest. not by their Birth, or Titles, or Riches, or any Quality which the Weakest and worst of Men may share equally with the Best and the Wisest. xx p-acp po32 n1, cc n2, cc n2, cc d n1 r-crq dt js cc js pp-f n2 vmb vvi av-j p-acp dt js cc dt js. (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 2
235 He knows that the only true use of very great Affluence, is doing a very great deal of good to very many, to the Honour of God, He knows that the only true use of very great Affluence, is doing a very great deal of good to very many, to the Honour of God, pns31 vvz cst dt j j n1 pp-f av j n1, vbz vdg dt j j n1 pp-f j p-acp av d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
236 and out of obedience to his Commands; and out of Obedience to his Commands; cc av pp-f n1 p-acp po31 vvz; (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
237 that this is the highest improvement of perishable goods, and the only way to change their nature, that this is the highest improvement of perishable goods, and the only Way to change their nature, cst d vbz dt js n1 pp-f j n2-j, cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
238 and make them durable for ever; since he will find the Rewards of his Charity, in an Endless state of Felicity. and make them durable for ever; since he will find the Rewards of his Charity, in an Endless state of Felicity. cc vvi pno32 j p-acp av; c-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
239 His neither valuing himself upon his Riches, nor trusting in them; His neither valuing himself upon his Riches, nor trusting in them; po31 d vvg px31 p-acp po31 n2, ccx vvg p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
240 his Poverty of Spirit, his Humility and Contempt of the World, when he hath most of it; his Poverty of Spirit, his Humility and Contempt of the World, when he hath most of it; po31 n1 pp-f n1, po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vhz av-ds pp-f pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
241 and parting with what others wast in Pride and Luxry, to Feed his poor Brother, secure him from the danger of Wealth; and parting with what Others wast in Pride and Luxry, to Feed his poor Brother, secure him from the danger of Wealth; cc vvg p-acp q-crq n2-jn vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvb po31 j n1, vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
242 He hath never any thing to spare for any Vice; He hath never any thing to spare for any Vice; pns31 vhz av d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
243 and thus doth his Wealth make his way to Heaven more Easie and more Pleasant too: and thus does his Wealth make his Way to Heaven more Easy and more Pleasant too: cc av vdz po31 n1 vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 av-dc j cc av-dc j av: (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
244 Nor is Poverty it self so safe a Road thither, as Riches are to such a Mastering Mind. Nor is Poverty it self so safe a Road thither, as Riches Are to such a Mastering Mind. ccx vbz n1 pn31 n1 av j dt n1 av, c-acp n2 vbr p-acp d dt j-vvg n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
245 He proposes to himself the Best and Noblest end, Everlasting Life, or the enjoyment of that Supreme Good, from whence he came, (and for, He proposes to himself the Best and Noblest end, Everlasting Life, or the enjoyment of that Supreme Good, from whence he Come, (and for, pns31 vvz p-acp px31 dt js cc js n1, j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f cst j j, p-acp c-crq pns31 vvd, (cc c-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
246 as well as by whom, he was made) to Eternal Ages. This he knows is the only true and proper, peculiar Happiness of Immortal Spirits. as well as by whom, he was made) to Eternal Ages. This he knows is the only true and proper, peculiar Happiness of Immortal Spirits. c-acp av c-acp p-acp ro-crq, pns31 vbds vvn) p-acp j n2. d pns31 vvz vbz dt j j cc j, j n1 pp-f j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
247 He therefore values all things here below in proportion to their capacity, and tendency to serve him in order to his Great, his only Aim and Concern, to live with God for ever. He Therefore value's all things Here below in proportion to their capacity, and tendency to serve him in order to his Great, his only Aim and Concern, to live with God for ever. pns31 av vvz d n2 av a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j, po31 j n1 cc vvi, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 c-acp av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
248 To this end therefore, he will chiefly use his Wealth, and whatever Power or Interest that can give him. To this end Therefore, he will chiefly use his Wealth, and whatever Power or Interest that can give him. p-acp d n1 av, pns31 vmb av-jn vvi po31 n1, cc r-crq n1 cc n1 cst vmb vvi pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
249 And whereas Riches too commonly make Men forget both God and themselves, they make this Wise Man more mindful of both; And whereas Riches too commonly make Men forget both God and themselves, they make this Wise Man more mindful of both; cc cs n2 av av-j vvi n2 vvi d n1 cc px32, pns32 vvb d j n1 av-dc j pp-f d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 2
250 since he is always contriving how he may discharge his Trust to his Lord, and how he may avoid those Temptations and Snares into which they fall who will be Rich, 1 Tim. 6.9. who set their hearts upon getting Money, or place their Happiness in it; since he is always contriving how he may discharge his Trust to his Lord, and how he may avoid those Temptations and Snares into which they fallen who will be Rich, 1 Tim. 6.9. who Set their hearts upon getting Money, or place their Happiness in it; c-acp pns31 vbz av vvg c-crq pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc c-crq pns31 vmb vvi d n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb r-crq vmb vbi j, crd np1 crd. q-crq vvb po32 n2 p-acp vvg n1, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 2
251 who love the World, and the things of this World to that degree, as to stifle the Love of God in their Souls, who love the World, and the things of this World to that degree, as to stifle the Love of God in their Souls, r-crq n1 dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 2
252 and that regard they ought to have to his Law and Will. I shall conclude with a Reflection or two arising from, or pertinent to this matter. and that regard they ought to have to his Law and Will. I shall conclude with a Reflection or two arising from, or pertinent to this matter. cc d n1 pns32 vmd pc-acp vhi p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc crd vvg p-acp, cc j p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 2
253 1 If we desire rather to be RICH towards GOD, than to lay up Treasure for our selves, i. e. 1 If we desire rather to be RICH towards GOD, than to lay up Treasure for our selves, i. e. vvd cs pns12 vvb av-c pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, cs pc-acp vvi a-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, uh. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
254 to exercise the Grace of Charity vigorously, in due measure, from right Principles, and most to our own advantage; to exercise the Grace of Charity vigorously, in due measure, from right Principles, and most to our own advantage; pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j, p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp j-jn n2, cc av-ds p-acp po12 d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
255 we must endeavour to have our minds throughly possessed with, & influenced by a sincere hearty love to God. we must endeavour to have our minds thoroughly possessed with, & influenced by a sincere hearty love to God. pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi po12 n2 av-j vvn p-acp, cc vvn p-acp dt j j n1 p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
256 For on this our love to God above all things, we must found all that unfeigned affection, For on this our love to God above all things, we must found all that unfeigned affection, p-acp p-acp d po12 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n2, pns12 vmb vvi d cst j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
257 and good will we bear to Men, which will be a constant spur, and restless incentive to all good offices they can need, and we perform. and good will we bear to Men, which will be a constant spur, and restless incentive to all good Offices they can need, and we perform. cc j vmb pns12 vvi p-acp n2, r-crq vmb vbi dt j n1, cc j j p-acp d j n2 pns32 vmb vvi, cc pns12 vvb. (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
258 Our Blessed Lord having answered that Question, Which is the great Commandment of the Law? Mat. 22. in these terms, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy Heart, Our Blessed Lord having answered that Question, Which is the great Commandment of the Law? Mathew 22. in these terms, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy Heart, po12 j-vvn n1 vhg vvn d n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1? np1 crd p-acp d n2, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1 p-acp d po21 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
259 and with all thy Soul, and with all thy Mind, adds of his own accord, and as a certain consequent of the former, And the 2d. is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self. and with all thy Soul, and with all thy Mind, adds of his own accord, and as a certain consequent of the former, And the 2d. is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy Neighbour as thy self. cc p-acp d po21 n1, cc p-acp d po21 n1, vvz pp-f po31 d n1, cc p-acp dt j j pp-f dt j, cc dt crd. vbz av-j p-acp pn31, pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
260 Now our Lord thus connecting these together, and making them joyntly the sum of the Law and the Prophets; Now our Lord thus connecting these together, and making them jointly the sum of the Law and the prophets; av po12 n1 av vvg d av, cc vvg pno32 av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
261 that in which they all conspire, or the Abridgment, the whole of our duty; doth hereby evidently instruct us; that in which they all conspire, or the Abridgment, the Whole of our duty; does hereby evidently instruct us; cst p-acp r-crq pns32 d vvi, cc dt n1, dt j-jn pp-f po12 n1; vdz av av-j vvi pno12; (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
262 That as the love and kindness we have for our Brethren is Inseparable from that sincere love we bear to God, That as the love and kindness we have for our Brothers is Inseparable from that sincere love we bear to God, cst c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pns12 vhb p-acp po12 n2 vbz j p-acp d j n1 pns12 vvb p-acp np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
263 so it must be ever grounded thereon. so it must be ever grounded thereon. av pn31 vmb vbi av vvd av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
264 We must therefore love, be kind and helpful to all Men, because we love that God whose Image they bear in common with our selves; We must Therefore love, be kind and helpful to all Men, Because we love that God whose Image they bear in Common with our selves; pns12 vmb av vvi, vbb j cc j p-acp d n2, c-acp pns12 vvb cst np1 rg-crq n1 pns32 vvb p-acp j p-acp po12 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
265 whose Children they also are as well as we; whose Children they also Are as well as we; rg-crq n2 pns32 av vbr p-acp av c-acp pns12; (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
266 who hath commanded us to love them as we do our selves, & as he loved us, who hath commanded us to love them as we do our selves, & as he loved us, r-crq vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi pno32 c-acp pns12 vdb po12 n2, cc c-acp pns31 vvd pno12, (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
267 when he sent his Son to be the Propitiation for our Sins, 1 John 4.10, 11. and to reconcile us again to himself by his death on the Cross. when he sent his Son to be the Propitiation for our Sins, 1 John 4.10, 11. and to reconcile us again to himself by his death on the Cross. c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, crd np1 crd, crd cc p-acp vvi pno12 av p-acp px31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
268 And if we do thus love our Brethren, we shall gladly take all occasions to assist and relieve them, we shall be as forward to help them, And if we do thus love our Brothers, we shall gladly take all occasions to assist and relieve them, we shall be as forward to help them, cc cs pns12 vdb av vvi po12 n2, pns12 vmb av-j vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32, pns12 vmb vbi a-acp j pc-acp vvi pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
269 as we desire they should be to help us, were we in the like distress. as we desire they should be to help us, were we in the like distress. c-acp pns12 vvb pns32 vmd vbi pc-acp vvi pno12, vbdr pns12 p-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
270 'Tis this, this inward affection, and hearty love to others, out of that Love and Duty we owe to God, which is both a Never-failing Spring, It's this, this inward affection, and hearty love to Others, out of that Love and Duty we owe to God, which is both a Never-failing Spring, pn31|vbz d, d j n1, cc j n1 p-acp n2-jn, av pp-f d n1 cc n1 pns12 vvb p-acp np1, r-crq vbz d dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
271 and the very Life and Soul of all External acts of Charity. and the very Life and Soul of all External acts of Charity. cc dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
272 And if this be wanting, tho' we should bestow all our goods to feed the Poor, 1 Cor. 13.3. if we were never so Bountiful out of Vain-glory, or from any other Carnal Worldly consideration, it would profit us nothing; And if this be wanting, though we should bestow all our goods to feed the Poor, 1 Cor. 13.3. if we were never so Bountiful out of Vainglory, or from any other Carnal Worldly consideration, it would profit us nothing; cc cs d vbb vvg, cs pns12 vmd vvi d po12 n2-j p-acp vvi dt j, crd np1 crd. cs pns12 vbdr av-x av j av pp-f n1, cc p-acp d j-jn j j n1, pn31 vmd vvi pno12 pix; (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
273 it would be no discharge of our obligation, it would be of no account in the sight of God. it would be no discharge of our obligation, it would be of no account in the sighed of God. pn31 vmd vbi dx n1 pp-f po12 n1, pn31 vmd vbi pp-f dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
274 2. Since Works of Mercy are so much every Man's concern in his Station, and so much every Rich Mans, especial, proper Duty, 2. Since Works of Mercy Are so much every Man's concern in his Station, and so much every Rich men, especial, proper Duty, crd p-acp vvz pp-f n1 vbr av av-d d n1|vbz vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc av d d j n2, j, j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
275 and mighty, indeed only advantage, they must be a good part of every Rich Man's business too, of his thought, contrivance, and especial care. and mighty, indeed only advantage, they must be a good part of every Rich Man's business too, of his Thought, contrivance, and especial care. cc j, av av-j n1, pns32 vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f d j ng1 n1 av, pp-f po31 n1, n1, cc j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
276 It were therefore very good and adviseable, (if not necessary) that all Men, It were Therefore very good and Advisable, (if not necessary) that all Men, pn31 vbdr av av j cc j, (cs xx j) cst d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
277 and particularly all Rich Men, should seriously and attentively weigh and consider with themselves, what proportion of their Estates it were fit for them to Allot and Consecrate every Year to Pious uses, and particularly all Rich Men, should seriously and attentively weigh and Consider with themselves, what proportion of their Estates it were fit for them to Allot and Consecrate every Year to Pious uses, cc av-j d j n2, vmd av-j cc av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp px32, r-crq n1 pp-f po32 n2 pn31 vbdr j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 p-acp j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
278 and to lay by such a part as they resolve on, out of every Sum they receive; and to lay by such a part as they resolve on, out of every Sum they receive; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns32 vvb a-acp, av pp-f d n1 pns32 vvb; (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
279 which would have this good effect, among many others, that they would generally be ready for, which would have this good Effect, among many Others, that they would generally be ready for, r-crq vmd vhi d j n1, p-acp d n2-jn, cst pns32 vmd av-j vbi j p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
280 and glad of all good occasions of distributing to the necessities of the Poor. and glad of all good occasions of distributing to the necessities of the Poor. cc j pp-f d j n2 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
281 And tho God hath given us no set Rule whereby to estimate this proportion, yet we may doubtless make one for our selves; And though God hath given us no Set Rule whereby to estimate this proportion, yet we may doubtless make one for our selves; cc cs np1 vhz vvn pno12 dx n1 vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi d n1, av pns12 vmb av-j vvi pi p-acp po12 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
282 in which our main care ought to be, that our Rule be not too narrow, that we do not too little. in which our main care ought to be, that our Rule be not too narrow, that we do not too little. p-acp r-crq po12 j n1 vmd pc-acp vbi, cst po12 n1 vbb xx av j, cst pns12 vdb xx av j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
283 A defect here may prove our final undoing, whereas an Excess, if such a thing can be imagined, would besure to encrease our reward in the next life. A defect Here may prove our final undoing, whereas an Excess, if such a thing can be imagined, would besure to increase our reward in the next life. dt n1 av vmb vvi po12 j n-vvg, cs dt n1, cs d dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, vmd n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt ord n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
284 A Learned and Exemplary Divine of our Church (Dr. Hammond ) in a Sermon Preach't upon this very occasion before the then Lord Mayor and Aldermen of this City; A Learned and Exemplary Divine of our Church (Dr. Hammond) in a Sermon Preached upon this very occasion before the then Lord Mayor and Aldermen of this city; dt j cc j j-jn pp-f po12 n1 (n1 np1) p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt av n1 n1 cc n2 pp-f d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
285 observes, that every Jew (not the Rich only) was obliged (besides several other ways of relieving the Poor mentioned in the Law of Moses ) to pay a Tenth part of all his Increase or Income every Third Year, which is aequivalent to one Thirtieth part every Year, to the use, observes, that every Jew (not the Rich only) was obliged (beside several other ways of relieving the Poor mentioned in the Law of Moses) to pay a Tenth part of all his Increase or Income every Third Year, which is equivalent to one Thirtieth part every Year, to the use, vvz, cst d np1 (xx dt j av-j) vbds vvn (p-acp j j-jn n2 pp-f vvg dt j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) pc-acp vvi dt ord n1 pp-f d po31 n1 cc n1 d ord n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp crd ord vvi d n1, p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
286 and maintenance of the Poor, Deut. 14.28, 29. And this was Styled their Righteousness, their necessary Obedience to the Law, and maintenance of the Poor, Deuteronomy 14.28, 29. And this was Styled their Righteousness, their necessary obedience to the Law, cc n1 pp-f dt j, np1 crd, crd cc d vbds vvn po32 n1, po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
287 and the lowest degree of Charity among them: and the lowest degree of Charity among them: cc dt js n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32: (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
288 But the Good and Merciful Men, even of the Jews, were such as did much out do what this Law exacted. But the Good and Merciful Men, even of the jews, were such as did much out do what this Law exacted. cc-acp dt j cc j n2, av pp-f dt np2, vbdr d c-acp vdd d av vdb r-crq d n1 vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
289 Our Lord declares, That except our Righteousness shall exceed the Righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, (who practised such external duties doubtless at an higher rate than the common Jews ) we shall in no case enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. Our Lord declares, That except our Righteousness shall exceed the Righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, (who practised such external duties doubtless At an higher rate than the Common jews) we shall in no case enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. po12 n1 vvz, cst c-acp po12 n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc np2, (r-crq vvd d j n2 av-j p-acp dt jc n1 cs dt j np2) pns12 vmb p-acp dx n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
290 From all these premises, that Learned Man infers, beyond all colour of contradiction, that the proportion of the Christian Alms-giver, to speak at the least, must be more than the Thirtieth part of his Yearly Revenue, or Increase. From all these premises, that Learned Man infers, beyond all colour of contradiction, that the proportion of the Christian Almsgiver, to speak At the least, must be more than the Thirtieth part of his Yearly Revenue, or Increase. p-acp d d n2, cst j n1 vvz, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ds, vmb vbi av-dc cs dt ord n1 pp-f po31 j n1, cc vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
291 Now altho' it be true, that this Law given to the Jews, doth not oblige us Christians in the Letter of it, Now although it be true, that this Law given to the jews, does not oblige us Christians in the letter of it, av cs pn31 vbb j, cst d n1 vvn p-acp dt np2, vdz xx vvi pno12 njpg2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
292 yet (as he well remarks) Gods Judgment to his People at that time, and in that State is worth our observing. yet (as he well remarks) God's Judgement to his People At that time, and in that State is worth our observing. av (c-acp pns31 av n2) n2 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1 vbz j po12 vvg. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
293 But then we are here to remember, that every Jew, who had any Income or Increase, was ty'd to pay this Thirtieth part towards the maintenance of the Poor, But then we Are Here to Remember, that every Jew, who had any Income or Increase, was tied to pay this Thirtieth part towards the maintenance of the Poor, p-acp av pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi, cst d np1, r-crq vhd d n1 cc n1, vbds vvn pc-acp vvi d ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
294 even those who had least to spare; even those who had least to spare; av d r-crq vhd ds pc-acp vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
295 so that if Christians in moderate circumstances, who have any thing to spare, are to exceed this Proportion, as hath been shewed; so that if Christians in moderate Circumstances, who have any thing to spare, Are to exceed this Proportion, as hath been showed; av cst cs np1 p-acp j n2, r-crq vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi, vbr pc-acp vvi d n1, c-acp vhz vbn vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
296 those who are Rich, who have a great deal more than they need, must be worse than Jews, if they make so low and scanty a Rule for their practise; those who Are Rich, who have a great deal more than they need, must be Worse than jews, if they make so low and scanty a Rule for their practice; d r-crq vbr j, r-crq vhb dt j n1 dc cs pns32 vvb, vmb vbi jc cs np2, cs pns32 vvb av j cc j dt n1 p-acp po32 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
297 for none who was accounted a Good or Merciful Man among them, contented himself with doing so little. for none who was accounted a Good or Merciful Man among them, contented himself with doing so little. c-acp pix r-crq vbds vvn dt j cc j n1 p-acp pno32, vvd px31 p-acp vdg av av-j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
298 Some considerate Persons being in that mediocrity, or competency of these outward good things, that neither Poverty nor Riches, which was the Wise Man's choice, (and would be the choice of all Wise Men, some considerate Persons being in that mediocrity, or competency of these outward good things, that neither Poverty nor Riches, which was the Wise Man's choice, (and would be the choice of all Wise Men, d j n2 vbg p-acp d n1, cc n1 pp-f d j j n2, cst dx n1 ccx n2, r-crq vbds dt j ng1 n1, (cc vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f d j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
299 if our Lords Judgment were throughly weighed and believed by them; if our lords Judgement were thoroughly weighed and believed by them; cs po12 n2 n1 vbdr av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
300 since the Richer they are, the more hard still it is for them to be saved) some of these sober and serious Christians, I say, have thought one Tenth part of their Yearly Revenue, since the Richer they Are, the more hard still it is for them to be saved) Some of these Sobrium and serious Christians, I say, have Thought one Tenth part of their Yearly Revenue, c-acp dt jc pns32 vbr, dt av-dc j av pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn) d pp-f d j cc j np1, pns11 vvb, vhb vvn crd ord n1 pp-f po32 j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
301 or Annual Profits arising any other way, a Proportion low enough for them to bestow in Works of Mercy. or Annual Profits arising any other Way, a Proportion low enough for them to bestow in Works of Mercy. cc j n2 vvg d j-jn n1, dt n1 j av-d p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp vvz pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
302 But Rich Men, and especially those who are very Rich, if they were very Wise too, will scarce stint themselves, it is to be hoped, (in many circumstances at least) to a rate so dis-proportionable to their abilitys. But Rich Men, and especially those who Are very Rich, if they were very Wise too, will scarce stint themselves, it is to be hoped, (in many Circumstances At least) to a rate so disproportionable to their abilities. p-acp j n2, cc av-j d r-crq vbr av j, cs pns32 vbdr av j av, vmb av-j vvi px32, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, (p-acp d n2 p-acp ds) p-acp dt n1 av j p-acp po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
303 Zaccheus 's Example, who besides restoring four sold, if it should appear that he had wronged any Man, gave half his goods to the Poor, is a much fitter Precedent for some of those who have very great Estates, i. e. who have much more than they can spend every Year in such ways as they will be able to answer for to God at the last day, that great day of Accounts. Zacchaeus is Exampl, who beside restoring four sold, if it should appear that he had wronged any Man, gave half his goods to the Poor, is a much fitter Precedent for Some of those who have very great Estates, i. e. who have much more than they can spend every Year in such ways as they will be able to answer for to God At the last day, that great day of Accounts. np1 vbz n1, r-crq p-acp vvg crd n1, cs pn31 vmd vvi cst pns31 vhd vvn d n1, vvd n-jn po31 n2-j p-acp dt j, vbz dt d jc n1 p-acp d pp-f d r-crq vhb av j n2, sy. sy. q-crq vhb d dc cs pns32 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp d n2 c-acp pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp np1 p-acp dt ord n1, cst j n1 pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
304 Certainly every Rich Man will do himself great right, in often and seriously reflecting upon that Parable delivered by our Lord, Luk. 16.19. &c. for his particular Caution and instruction. Certainly every Rich Man will do himself great right, in often and seriously reflecting upon that Parable Delivered by our Lord, Luk. 16.19. etc. for his particular Caution and instruction. av-j d j n1 vmb vdi px31 j n-jn, p-acp av cc av-j vvg p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp po12 n1, np1 crd. av p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
305 That Rich man there, hath neither impiety, nor rapine, or injustice, nor any other flagrant Crime laid to his Charge: That Rich man there, hath neither impiety, nor rapine, or injustice, nor any other flagrant Crime laid to his Charge: cst j n1 a-acp, vhz dx n1, ccx n1, cc n1, ccx d j-jn j n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
306 All we are told of him is, that he was Clothed in purple and fine linnen and fared sumptuously every day; All we Are told of him is, that he was Clothed in purple and fine linen and fared sumptuously every day; d pns12 vbr vvn pp-f pno31 vbz, cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp j-jn cc j n1 cc vvd av-j d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
307 and that he did not feed the poor beggar with the crumbs which fell from his table, i. e. He lived very great, maintain'd his port, and that he did not feed the poor beggar with the crumbs which fell from his table, i. e. He lived very great, maintained his port, cc cst pns31 vdd xx vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvd p-acp po31 n1, sy. sy. pns31 vvd av j, vvn po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
308 and quality in the world, indulg'd himself in the excesses of Luxury and Vanity, whilst the poor starv'd for want of that which his haughty Pride and Ryot made him think he needed for his own self. and quality in the world, indulged himself in the Excesses of Luxury and Vanity, while the poor starved for want of that which his haughty Pride and Riot made him think he needed for his own self. cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vvn px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cs dt j vvn p-acp n1 pp-f d r-crq po31 j n1 cc n1 vvd pno31 vvi pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
309 And the next thing we hear of him, is, that he is dead and buried, and in Torments in Hell Fire. And the next thing we hear of him, is, that he is dead and buried, and in Torments in Hell Fire. cc dt ord n1 pns12 vvb pp-f pno31, vbz, cst pns31 vbz j cc vvn, cc p-acp n2 p-acp n1 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
310 The learned Grotius asks this question from the place, which I fear it will be hard for many Rich and Great Men satisfactorily to answer; The learned Grotius asks this question from the place, which I Fear it will be hard for many Rich and Great Men satisfactorily to answer; dt j np1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp d j cc j n2 av-j pc-acp vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
311 Quomodo igitur poenam hanc diviti inflictam evadet pars magna Christianorum? How, will so many Christians, Quomodo igitur poenam hanc diviti inflictam evadet pars Magna Christians? How, will so many Christians, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1? c-crq, vmb av d np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
312 as imitate this Rich man's Example, be able to escape those Torments in Hell to which he is doom'd? For tho' all the Alms in the world can never purchase Heaven (for Eternal Life is the gift of God thro' Jesus Christ our Lord, Rom. 6.23.) yet want of a competent, proportionable Charity, alone, as imitate this Rich Man's Exampl, be able to escape those Torments in Hell to which he is doomed? For though all the Alms in the world can never purchase Heaven (for Eternal Life is the gift of God through jesus christ our Lord, Rom. 6.23.) yet want of a competent, proportionable Charity, alone, p-acp vvi d j ng1 n1, vbb j pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn? p-acp cs d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb av-x vvi n1 (c-acp j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1, np1 crd.) av vvb pp-f dt j, j n1, av-j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
313 and without any other sin? may prove, as sure a way to lose Heaven, and without any other since? may prove, as sure a Way to loose Heaven, cc p-acp d j-jn n1? vmb vvi, c-acp j dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
314 as all the Atheism and Irreligion, all the Lewdness and Wickedness any Man was ever guilty of. as all the Atheism and Irreligion, all the lewdness and Wickedness any Man was ever guilty of. c-acp d dt n1 cc n1, d dt n1 cc n1 d n1 vbds av j pp-f. (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
315 And since Christ gives no other reason of mens Condemnation at the day of judgment, And since christ gives no other reason of men's Condemnation At the day of judgement, cc p-acp np1 vvz dx j-jn n1 pp-f ng2 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
316 but this only, (tho' others doubtless there will be) we cannot but conclude, that want of due Charity will be then, but this only, (though Others doubtless there will be) we cannot but conclude, that want of due Charity will be then, cc-acp d av-j, (cs n2-jn av-j a-acp vmb vbi) pns12 vmbx cc-acp vvb, cst n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vmb vbi av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
317 tho' not the only, yet to be sure a very principal and general Article against those forever unhappy men. though not the only, yet to be sure a very principal and general Article against those forever unhappy men. cs xx dt j, av pc-acp vbi av-j dt j n-jn cc j n1 p-acp d av j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
318 And seeing that a narrow, slender, contracted Charity, altogether disproportionable to the Rich mans Abilities, will in all reason, be esteemed by God as no Charity at all; And seeing that a narrow, slender, contracted Charity, altogether disproportionable to the Rich men Abilities, will in all reason, be esteemed by God as no Charity At all; np1 vvg cst dt j, j, j-vvn n1, av j p-acp dt j ng1 n2, vmb p-acp d n1, vbb vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dx n1 p-acp d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
319 All Rich men are as nearly concern'd to Study this point well, and to practise this duty with care and diligence, All Rich men Are as nearly concerned to Study this point well, and to practise this duty with care and diligence, d j n2 vbr a-acp av-j vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 av, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
320 as they are not to perish with their mony, and not to come into that place of Torments. as they Are not to perish with their money, and not to come into that place of Torments. c-acp pns32 vbr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, cc xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
321 And they ought therefore frequently to have in their thoughts that saying of our Lord, Luk. 12.48. which is equally applicable to all Talents, as well of Riches as any other; And they ought Therefore frequently to have in their thoughts that saying of our Lord, Luk. 12.48. which is equally applicable to all Talents, as well of Riches as any other; cc pns32 vmd av av-j pc-acp vhi p-acp po32 n2 cst vvg pp-f po12 n1, np1 crd. r-crq vbz av-j j p-acp d n2, c-acp av pp-f n2 c-acp d n-jn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
322 For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall much be required; and to whom men have Committed much, of him they will ask the more. For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall much be required; and to whom men have Committed much, of him they will ask the more. c-acp p-acp ro-crq d vbz vvn, pp-f pno31 vmb d vbi vvn; cc p-acp r-crq n2 vhb vvn av-d, pp-f pno31 pns32 vmb vvi dt av-dc. (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
323 3. It would be a great, and worthy effect of a noble and Universal Beneficence or Charity, in those who have wealth, 3. It would be a great, and worthy Effect of a noble and Universal Beneficence or Charity, in those who have wealth, crd pn31 vmd vbi dt j, cc j n1 pp-f dt j cc j-u n1 cc n1, p-acp d r-crq vhb n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
324 and power, and credit among us, to use all the interest they can make in procuring a publick National Establishment of a truly Honourable Society of men, who should make it their business, out of love to God, and power, and credit among us, to use all the Interest they can make in procuring a public National Establishment of a truly Honourable Society of men, who should make it their business, out of love to God, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi d dt n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp vvg dt j j n1 pp-f dt av-j j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vmd vvi pn31 po32 n1, av pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
325 and Compassion towards their Brethren, to know among them all, the number and condition in all particulars, of all the poor in this Kingdom, and Compassion towards their Brothers, to know among them all, the number and condition in all particulars, of all the poor in this Kingdom, cc n1 p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 d, dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2-j, pp-f d dt j p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
326 and especially in and about this great City: and especially in and about this great city: cc av-j p-acp cc p-acp d j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
327 That so all those who are able, might be forced to maintain themselves by their own labour; That so all those who Are able, might be forced to maintain themselves by their own labour; cst av d d r-crq vbr j, vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp po32 d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
328 and both those whose labour is not able to provide enough for their great charge, and both those whose labour is not able to provide enough for their great charge, cc d d rg-crq n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi av-d p-acp po32 j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
329 and those who are unfit for any work at all, (which will be but few,) may be sufficiently and decently provided for, and those who Are unfit for any work At all, (which will be but few,) may be sufficiently and decently provided for, cc d r-crq vbr j p-acp d n1 p-acp d, (r-crq vmb vbi p-acp d,) vmb vbi av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
330 and maintain'd as Sons of the same Father, and Brethren of our common Lord and Saviour Christ. and maintained as Sons of the same Father, and Brothers of our Common Lord and Saviour christ. cc vvn p-acp n2 pp-f dt d n1, cc n2 pp-f po12 j n1 cc n1 np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
331 If it were seriously considered and laid to heart how many are starv'd every year in their own houses, If it were seriously considered and laid to heart how many Are starved every year in their own houses, cs pn31 vbdr av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 c-crq d vbr vvn d n1 p-acp po32 d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
332 and some too in the streets, with hunger, or cold, or want of necessaries in one kind or other, (which amount to some hundreds in and about this City some years, and Some too in the streets, with hunger, or cold, or want of necessaries in one kind or other, (which amount to Some hundreds in and about this city Some Years, cc d av p-acp dt n2, p-acp n1, cc j-jn, cc n1 pp-f n2-j p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn, (r-crq vvb p-acp d crd n1 cc p-acp d n1 d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
333 as I have heard from those who have reason to know) we should look upon this as such a Disgrace and Contradiction to our Religion, which is the Law of Love, as I have herd from those who have reason to know) we should look upon this as such a Disgrace and Contradiction to our Religion, which is the Law of Love, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d r-crq vhb n1 pc-acp vvi) pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d c-acp d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
334 and the highest obligation thereto on so many accounts; and the highest obligation thereto on so many accounts; cc dt js n1 av p-acp av d n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
335 and withal so great a guilt upon all who had, or might have power to remedy it, (if not on the whole Nation) that every Man would do his best to promote such a brave design; and withal so great a guilt upon all who had, or might have power to remedy it, (if not on the Whole nation) that every Man would do his best to promote such a brave Design; cc av av j dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vhd, cc vmd vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, (cs xx p-acp dt j-jn n1) cst d n1 vmd vdi po31 js pc-acp vvi d dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
336 without which 'tis very hard, if at all possible, that so Crying a Sin, and so Culpable a Neglect, which must lay some where, should be wholly and effectually prevented. without which it's very hard, if At all possible, that so Crying a since, and so Culpable a Neglect, which must lay Some where, should be wholly and effectually prevented. p-acp r-crq pn31|vbz av j, cs p-acp d j, cst av vvg dt n1, cc av j dt vvb, r-crq vmb vvi d c-crq, vmd vbi av-jn cc av-j vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
337 Now that such wise and good men among us as have Estates, and Souls large enough to extend their Charitable Provision for the Poor to all after Ages, Now that such wise and good men among us as have Estates, and Souls large enough to extend their Charitable Provision for the Poor to all After Ages, av cst d j cc j n2 p-acp pno12 c-acp vhb n2, cc n2 j av-d pc-acp vvi po32 j n1 p-acp dt j p-acp d c-acp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 2
338 and desire to do good with their wealth as long as the world shall last, may have encouragement from the successful, and desire to do good with their wealth as long as the world shall last, may have encouragement from the successful, cc vvb pc-acp vdi j p-acp po32 n1 c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi, vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 2
339 as well as Pious Examples of their Predecessours, I shall read to you (as the Custom is) the following account of the upright and prudent Management of all those publick foundations which are under the care and Government of the Lord Mayor, Commonalty, as well as Pious Examples of their Predecessors, I shall read to you (as the Custom is) the following account of the upright and prudent Management of all those public foundations which Are under the care and Government of the Lord Mayor, Commonalty, c-acp av c-acp j n2 pp-f po32 n2, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 (c-acp dt n1 vbz) dt vvg n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1 pp-f d d j n2 r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 2
340 and Citizens of this Great and Ancient City for the year last past. and Citizens of this Great and Ancient city for the year last passed. cc n2 pp-f d j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 ord vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 2
341 A True Report of the great Number of Poor Children, &c. FRom which Report I shall observe these Two Things only. A True Report of the great Number of Poor Children, etc. FRom which Report I shall observe these Two Things only. dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f j n2, av p-acp r-crq n1 pns11 vmb vvi d crd n2 av-j. (3) report (DIV2) 54 Image 2
342 First, That Christ's Hospital was not in condition to receive any one Child this last year into their House; First, That Christ's Hospital was not in condition to receive any one Child this last year into their House; ord, cst npg1 n1 vbds xx p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d crd n1 d ord n1 p-acp po32 n1; (3) report (DIV2) 55 Image 2
343 partly, by reason of those great Debts they still labour under; and partly, by reason of their having taken in so many the year before that. partly, by reason of those great Debts they still labour under; and partly, by reason of their having taken in so many the year before that. av, p-acp n1 pp-f d j n2 pns32 av vvb p-acp; cc av, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 vhg vvn p-acp av d dt n1 p-acp d. (3) report (DIV2) 55 Image 2
344 Secondly, That the Governours of St. Thomas Hospital, notwithstanding their present necessary, and very chargeable Expence in Building, have not one bed less in that house, than were before; Secondly, That the Governors of Saint Thomas Hospital, notwithstanding their present necessary, and very chargeable Expense in Building, have not one Bed less in that house, than were before; ord, cst dt n2 pp-f n1 np1 n1, p-acp po32 j j, cc av j n1 p-acp n1, vhb xx crd n1 av-dc p-acp d n1, cs vbdr a-acp; (3) report (DIV2) 55 Image 2
345 nor have deny'd any one Person who came for Cure, when there was a Vacancy; nor have denied any one Person who Come for Cure, when there was a Vacancy; ccx vhb vvn d crd n1 r-crq vvd p-acp vvb, c-crq pc-acp vbds dt n1; (3) report (DIV2) 55 Image 2
346 And that the Number of those who have been there Cured this year last past exceeds that of any former year whatever. And that the Number of those who have been there Cured this year last passed exceeds that of any former year whatever. cc cst dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vhb vbn a-acp j-vvn d n1 ord vvn vvz d pp-f d j n1 r-crq. (3) report (DIV2) 55 Image 2
347 So that Generous and well-disposed minds, have here also, as well as among those great numbers of Poor, who stand in need of present relief, fit objects for a Magnificent and Over flowing Bounty. To Conclude all; So that Generous and well-disposed minds, have Here also, as well as among those great numbers of Poor, who stand in need of present relief, fit objects for a Magnificent and Over flowing Bounty. To Conclude all; av cst j cc j n2, vhb av av, c-acp av c-acp p-acp d j n2 pp-f j, r-crq vvb p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, j n2 p-acp dt j cc a-acp j-vvg n1. pc-acp vvi d; (3) report (DIV2) 56 Image 2
348 Let every one of us in the fear of God, and as we tender the welfare of our own Immortal Souls, take due care to be rightly informed of the necessity of this Great and Fundamental Duty, Let every one of us in the Fear of God, and as we tender the welfare of our own Immortal Souls, take due care to be rightly informed of the necessity of this Great and Fundamental Duty, vvb d crd pp-f pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc c-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 d j n2, vvb j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n1, (3) report (DIV2) 57 Image 2
349 and the indispensable obligation we have thereto, in our measure and capacity. and the indispensable obligation we have thereto, in our measure and capacity. cc dt j n1 pns12 vhb av, p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. (3) report (DIV2) 57 Image 2
350 Let us frequently reflect upon our own Conduct, and consider how we shall be able to Answer our Judge when he shall proceed to give Sentence upon us, according to our demeanour in relation to his distressed Members: Let us frequently reflect upon our own Conduct, and Consider how we shall be able to Answer our Judge when he shall proceed to give Sentence upon us, according to our demeanour in Relation to his distressed Members: vvb pno12 av-j vvi p-acp po12 d vvb, cc vvb c-crq pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi po12 n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12, vvg p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn n2: (3) report (DIV2) 57 Image 2
351 And in order hereto, let us deeply fix, and often revolve in our minds these Avowed Maximes of Right Reason, And in order hereto, let us deeply fix, and often revolve in our minds these Avowed Maxims of Right Reason, cc p-acp n1 av, vvb pno12 av-jn vvi, cc av vvi p-acp po12 n2 d j-vvn n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (3) report (DIV2) 57 Image 2
352 and our Holy Religion, as so many irresistible motives to do good, and to Communicate. and our Holy Religion, as so many irresistible motives to do good, and to Communicate. cc po12 j n1, c-acp av d j n2 pc-acp vdi j, cc pc-acp vvi. (3) report (DIV2) 57 Image 2
353 That the time we have to spend in this World is but a Moment, an indivisible Point, That the time we have to spend in this World is but a Moment, an indivisible Point, cst dt n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, dt j n1, (3) report (DIV2) 58 Image 2
354 and next to Nothing, in proportion to that Eternity we are all made for, and are hastning to apace. and next to Nothing, in proportion to that Eternity we Are all made for, and Are hastening to apace. cc ord p-acp pix, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr d vvn p-acp, cc vbr vvg p-acp av. (3) report (DIV2) 58 Image 2
355 That consequently hereto, 'tis the first, and most pernicious Error, (NONLATINALPHABET) that which leads to all the mistakes and sins Men commit here, viz. That consequently hereto, it's the First, and most pernicious Error, () that which leads to all the mistakes and Sins Men commit Here, viz. cst av-j av, pn31|vbz dt ord, cc av-ds j n1, () cst r-crq vvz p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 n2 vvb av, n1 (3) report (DIV2) 58 Image 2
356 That they look upon this short span of Frail Mortal Life, (which is but their first step and entrance into being) as their All, that for which they were wholly made, That they look upon this short span of Frail Mortal Life, (which is but their First step and Entrance into being) as their All, that for which they were wholly made, cst pns32 vvb p-acp d j n1 pp-f j j-jn n1, (r-crq vbz p-acp po32 ord n1 cc n1 p-acp vbg) c-acp po32 d, cst p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr av-jn vvn, (3) report (DIV2) 59 Image 2
357 and so their Great and Only Concern, Affair, and Business; and do live, and govern themselves, by this most false and most destructive Principle. and so their Great and Only Concern, Affair, and Business; and do live, and govern themselves, by this most false and most destructive Principle. cc av po32 j cc av-j vvi, n1, cc n1; cc vdb vvi, cc vvi px32, p-acp d av-ds j cc av-ds j n1. (3) report (DIV2) 59 Image 2
358 Whereas the Main thing Christ teaches us, is to manage this present Life only in order to the next; Whereas the Main thing christ Teaches us, is to manage this present Life only in order to the next; cs dt j n1 np1 vvz pno12, vbz pc-acp vvi d j n1 av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord; (3) report (DIV2) 60 Image 2
359 and to esteem nothing to be of any great consequence to us, but what may secure and promote our Happiness in that endless State which is before us; and to esteem nothing to be of any great consequence to us, but what may secure and promote our Happiness in that endless State which is before us; cc pc-acp vvi pix pc-acp vbi pp-f d j n1 p-acp pno12, cc-acp q-crq vmb vvi cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp d j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno12; (3) report (DIV2) 60 Image 2
360 and to look upon all things, as mean, low, and scarce worth our Consideration, which have no tendency to this our Master-design, viz. To be for ever Happy in the presence and enjoyment of that Sovereign Good, for which we were made. and to look upon all things, as mean, low, and scarce worth our Consideration, which have no tendency to this our Master-design, viz. To be for ever Happy in the presence and enjoyment of that Sovereign Good, for which we were made. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, c-acp j, j, cc j n1 po12 n1, r-crq vhb dx n1 p-acp d po12 n1, n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp av j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j-jn j, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbdr vvn. (3) report (DIV2) 60 Image 2
361 That every Man is truly Valuable, only as God Values him. Tantus est quis { que } quantus apud Deum. That every Man is truly Valuable, only as God Value's him. Tantus est quis { que } quantus apud God. cst d n1 vbz av-j j, av-j c-acp np1 vvz pno31. fw-la fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) report (DIV2) 60 Image 2
362 That he only is Great indeed, who is Great in the sight of the Lord, Luk 1.15. That he only is Great indeed, who is Great in the sighed of the Lord, Luk 1.15. cst pns31 av-j vbz j av, r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. (3) report (DIV2) 60 Image 2
363 who is Holy and Pious, Just and Merciful, who Loves and Honours God above all things, who is Holy and Pious, Just and Merciful, who Loves and Honours God above all things, q-crq vbz j cc j, j cc j, r-crq vvz cc ng1 n1 p-acp d n2, (3) report (DIV2) 60 Image 2
364 and makes his Will and Law the Rule of his Life and Actions. and makes his Will and Law the Rule of his Life and Actions. cc vvz po31 n1 cc n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n2. (3) report (DIV2) 60 Image 2
365 That nothing is more Reasonable in it self, nothing more agreeable to Humane Nature, (whence Humanity, which imports all obliging kindness, hath its Name) than that we should assist and relieve others, made in the same Image, That nothing is more Reasonable in it self, nothing more agreeable to Humane Nature, (whence Humanity, which imports all obliging kindness, hath its Name) than that we should assist and relieve Others, made in the same Image, d pix vbz av-dc j p-acp pn31 n1, pix av-dc j p-acp j n1, (c-crq n1, r-crq vvz d j-vvg n1, vhz po31 n1) cs cst pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi n2-jn, vvd p-acp dt d n1, (3) report (DIV2) 61 Image 2
366 and after the same Likeness of God, our common Father; and After the same Likeness of God, our Common Father; cc p-acp dt d n1 pp-f np1, po12 j n1; (3) report (DIV2) 61 Image 2
367 and who are of his Family and Houshold, and his Children, as well as we are, with that overplus which God bestows upon us for this very end. and who Are of his Family and Household, and his Children, as well as we Are, with that overplus which God bestows upon us for this very end. cc q-crq vbr pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, cc po31 n2, c-acp av c-acp pns12 vbr, p-acp d n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp d j n1. (3) report (DIV2) 61 Image 2
368 That if we do not this in a good proportion to our Abilities, we are unfaithful Stewards of our Lords Estate; That if we do not this in a good proportion to our Abilities, we Are unfaithful Stewards of our lords Estate; cst cs pns12 vdb xx d p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vbr j n2 pp-f po12 n2 n1; (3) report (DIV2) 62 Image 2
369 and it will fare accordingly with us at that great and universal Audit. and it will fare accordingly with us At that great and universal Audit. cc pn31 vmb vvi av-vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp d j cc j n1. (3) report (DIV2) 62 Image 2
370 That this Duty of Brotherly Love and Beneficence, is more earnestly commanded, and more frequently insisted upon in the H. Scriptures than any other. That this Duty of Brotherly Love and Beneficence, is more earnestly commanded, and more frequently insisted upon in the H. Scriptures than any other. cst d n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, vbz av-dc av-j vvn, cc av-dc av-j vvd p-acp p-acp dt np1 n2 av d n-jn. (3) report (DIV2) 63 Image 2
371 That it is the most natural and irrefragable Proof of our Love to God, and our Gratitude to our Lord and Saviour Christ; That it is the most natural and irrefragable Proof of our Love to God, and our Gratitude to our Lord and Saviour christ; cst pn31 vbz dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1, cc po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 np1; (3) report (DIV2) 64 Image 2
372 and a peculiar Mark of our Election to Eternal Life, and of our being Gods Children indeed, Col. 3.12. That want of Bowels of Compassion to our needy Brother, is a demonstration, That the love of God dwells not in us, 1 John 3.17. and a peculiar Mark of our Election to Eternal Life, and of our being God's Children indeed, Col. 3.12. That want of Bowels of Compassion to our needy Brother, is a demonstration, That the love of God dwells not in us, 1 John 3.17. cc dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp j n1, cc pp-f po12 vbg n2 n2 av, np1 crd. cst n1 pp-f n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 j n1, vbz dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz xx p-acp pno12, crd np1 crd. (3) report (DIV2) 64 Image 2
373 And consequently, that all pretence to Religion and Piety, is Vain, False and Hypocritical, without a competent Love to, And consequently, that all pretence to Religion and Piety, is Vain, False and Hypocritical, without a competent Love to, cc av-j, cst d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vbz j, j cc j, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp, (3) report (DIV2) 65 Image 2
374 and Practise of this Grace and Virtue, Jam. 1.27. and practice of this Grace and Virtue, Jam. 1.27. cc n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, np1 crd. (3) report (DIV2) 65 Image 2
375 That doing a great deal of good to others, is the nearest approach which we can make to the Divine Nature, and Gods imitable perfections; That doing a great deal of good to Others, is the nearest approach which we can make to the Divine Nature, and God's imitable perfections; cst vdg dt j n1 pp-f j p-acp n2-jn, vbz dt js n1 r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc n2 j n2; (3) report (DIV2) 66 Image 2
376 whom we do herein chiefly resemble. whom we do herein chiefly resemble. r-crq pns12 vdb av av-jn vvi. (3) report (DIV2) 66 Image 2
377 That it is only such an outragious, criminal love of the World, as is wholly incompetible with the love of God, which makes Rich Men such slaves to their Money; That it is only such an outrageous, criminal love of the World, as is wholly incompetible with the love of God, which makes Rich Men such slaves to their Money; cst pn31 vbz av-j d dt j, j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp vbz av-jn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz j n2 d n2 p-acp po32 n1; (3) report (DIV2) 67 Image 2
378 or to such fancy'd necessities of maintaining their Port, and outward State and Quality at such an height, or to such fancied necessities of maintaining their Port, and outward State and Quality At such an height, cc p-acp d vvd n2 pp-f vvg po32 n1, cc j n1 cc n1 p-acp d dt n1, (3) report (DIV2) 67 Image 2
379 and so much to the prejudice of the Poor, that they are able to return to God, by his Receivers, and so much to the prejudice of the Poor, that they Are able to return to God, by his Receivers, cc av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n2, (3) report (DIV2) 67 Image 2
380 so little of what he hath entrusted them with: so little of what he hath Entrusted them with: av j pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp: (3) report (DIV2) 67 Image 2
381 But our Lord gives us no reason to believe, that such vain ill founded Pleas will avail men any thing at his just Tribunal. But our Lord gives us no reason to believe, that such vain ill founded Pleasant will avail men any thing At his just Tribunal. cc-acp po12 n1 vvz pno12 dx n1 pc-acp vvi, cst d j n-jn vvn n2 vmb vvi n2 d n1 p-acp po31 j n1. (3) report (DIV2) 67 Image 2
382 They are only those inordinate desires, and undue gratifications of the senses of the Body, They Are only those inordinate Desires, and undue gratifications of the Senses of the Body, pns32 vbr av-j d j n2, cc j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) report (DIV2) 68 Image 2
383 or vices of the Mind, viz. Pride, Ambition, Covetousness, which exhaust that Treasure that should be lay'd up in Heaven, i. e. layd out in Works of Piety, and Mercy. or vices of the Mind, viz. Pride, Ambition, Covetousness, which exhaust that Treasure that should be laid up in Heaven, i. e. laid out in Works of Piety, and Mercy. cc n2 pp-f dt n1, n1 n1, n1, n1, r-crq vvb d n1 cst vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1, sy. sy. vvd av p-acp vvz pp-f n1, cc n1. (3) report (DIV2) 68 Image 2
384 So that in Conclusion, nothing but Brutish stupidity, or sensuality; or the improvident thoughtfulness of a Child, or of an Ideot; So that in Conclusion, nothing but Brutish stupidity, or sensuality; or the improvident thoughtfulness of a Child, or of an Idiot; av cst p-acp n1, pix cc-acp j n1, cc n1; cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1; (3) report (DIV2) 68 Image 2
385 or the Pride or Malignity of an Apostate Spirit, can wholly extinguish the care, and destroy the practice of Beneficence and Charity. or the Pride or Malignity of an Apostate Spirit, can wholly extinguish the care, and destroy the practice of Beneficence and Charity. cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, vmb av-jn vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) report (DIV2) 68 Image 2
386 For the poor Covetous wretch is a proud of his large scope of Ground, or his great Heap of Gold, For the poor Covetous wretch is a proud of his large scope of Ground, or his great Heap of Gold, p-acp dt j j n1 vbz dt j pp-f po31 j n1 pp-f n1, cc po31 j n1 pp-f n1, (3) report (DIV2) 68 Image 2
387 as the Haughty, Insolent, Ambitious Man is of his Place or Title, (which perhaps his Wealth purchased him, as the Haughty, Insolent, Ambitious Man is of his Place or Title, (which perhaps his Wealth purchased him, c-acp dt j, j, j n1 vbz pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, (r-crq av po31 n1 vvd pno31, (3) report (DIV2) 68 Image 2
388 or his Ancestor) or the Prodigal is, of his intemperate Luxurious Feasts; or his Ancestor) or the Prodigal is, of his intemperate Luxurious Feasts; cc po31 n1) cc dt n-jn vbz, pp-f po31 j j n2; (3) report (DIV2) 68 Image 2
389 or the Vain, Empty and Gay Man is, of the Fine Shew & Figure he thinks he makes in Dress or Equipage. or the Vain, Empty and Gay Man is, of the Fine Show & Figure he thinks he makes in Dress or Equipage. cc dt j, j cc j n1 vbz, pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) report (DIV2) 68 Image 2
390 'Tis only, I say, that Spirit and Air of the World which Christianity obliges us to Mortify; It's only, I say, that Spirit and Air of the World which Christianity obliges us to Mortify; pn31|vbz j, pns11 vvb, cst n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi; (3) report (DIV2) 68 Image 2
391 that World, to which we ought to be Crucified, or Dead to, which drowns its Children in foolish and hurtful Lusts, in forgetfulness of God, of themselves, and of their Necessitous Brethren; that World, to which we ought to be crucified, or Dead to, which drowns its Children in foolish and hurtful Lustiest, in forgetfulness of God, of themselves, and of their Necessitous Brothers; cst n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, cc j p-acp, r-crq vvz po31 n2 p-acp j cc j n2, p-acp n1 pp-f np1, pp-f px32, cc pp-f po32 j n2; (3) report (DIV2) 68 Image 2
392 and afterwards, through gross neglect of this Duty, in final perdition and destruction. That Alms-giving, is Trading with Heaven; and afterwards, through gross neglect of this Duty, in final perdition and destruction. That Almsgiving, is Trading with Heaven; cc av, p-acp j n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp j n1 cc n1. cst j, vbz vvg p-acp n1; (3) report (DIV2) 68 Image 2
393 that 'tis the highest improvement, and best advantage Rich Men can possibly make of their Wealth; that it's the highest improvement, and best advantage Rich Men can possibly make of their Wealth; cst pn31|vbz dt js n1, cc js n1 j n2 vmb av-j vvi pp-f po32 n1; (3) report (DIV2) 69 Image 2
394 and withal a sure way never to lose any part of it. and withal a sure Way never to loose any part of it. cc av dt j n1 av-x pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f pn31. (3) report (DIV2) 69 Image 2
395 This is the nature of Riches, saith St. Basil, that if you give it liberally to the indigent, you have it still; 'tis your own for ever: This is the nature of Riches, Says Saint Basil, that if you give it liberally to the indigent, you have it still; it's your own for ever: d vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, vvz n1 np1, cst cs pn22 vvb pn31 av-j p-acp dt j, pn22 vhb pn31 av; pn31|vbz po22 d c-acp av: (3) report (DIV2) 69 Image 2
396 If you keep it all to your self, you have it not; If you keep it all to your self, you have it not; cs pn22 vvb pn31 d p-acp po22 n1, pn22 vhb pn31 xx; (3) report (DIV2) 69 Image 2
397 to be sure you cannot have it long, and you will for every repent that you had it at all. to be sure you cannot have it long, and you will for every Repent that you had it At all. pc-acp vbi j pn22 vmbx vhi pn31 av-j, cc pn22 vmb p-acp d vvb cst pn22 vhd pn31 p-acp d. (3) report (DIV2) 69 Image 2
398 Charity alone can turn this Fading, Perishing Wealth into the true Riches; Charity alone can turn this Fading, Perishing Wealth into the true Riches; n1 av-j vmb vvi d vvg, vvg n1 p-acp dt j n2; (3) report (DIV2) 69 Image 2
399 it will entitle us to all those Favours and Graces God here bestows upon his dearest Children, it will entitle us to all those Favours and Graces God Here bestows upon his dearest Children, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp d d n2 cc n2 np1 av vvz p-acp po31 js-jn n2, (3) report (DIV2) 69 Image 2
400 and to that Everlasting Happiness which he reserves for their Portion in the next World. and to that Everlasting Happiness which he reserves for their Portion in the next World. cc p-acp d j n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt ord n1. (3) report (DIV2) 69 Image 2
401 Since Christ owns what is done to his poor Brethren, as done to Himself, and will accordingly Reward it in His Heavenly Kingdom. Since christ owns what is done to his poor Brothers, as done to Himself, and will accordingly Reward it in His Heavenly Kingdom. p-acp np1 vvz r-crq vbz vdn p-acp po31 j n2, c-acp vdn p-acp px31, cc vmb av-vvg vvi pn31 p-acp po31 j n1. (3) report (DIV2) 69 Image 2
402 And that Christ will at the last day (of which we cannot be too often reminded) have such an especial particular regard to this most important Duty; And that christ will At the last day (of which we cannot be too often Reminded) have such an especial particular regard to this most important Duty; cc cst np1 vmb p-acp dt ord n1 (pp-f r-crq pns12 vmbx vbi av av j) vhb d dt j j n1 p-acp d av-ds j n1; (3) report (DIV2) 70 Image 2
403 and will proceed upon it as one, if not the Main Article, of his enquiry into our Lives; and will proceed upon it as one, if not the Main Article, of his enquiry into our Lives; cc vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp crd, cs xx dt j n1, pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2; (3) report (DIV2) 70 Image 2
404 and that our Final Doom, our Happy or Miserable Estate to all Eternity, will in so very great measure depend, and that our Final Doom, our Happy or Miserable Estate to all Eternity, will in so very great measure depend, cc d po12 j n1, po12 j cc j n1 p-acp d n1, vmb p-acp av av j n1 vvi, (3) report (DIV2) 70 Image 2
405 and turn upon the account we shall be able to give of our selves with relation hereto. and turn upon the account we shall be able to give of our selves with Relation hereto. cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pp-f po12 n2 p-acp n1 av. (3) report (DIV2) 70 Image 2
406 In a word, Let us consider seriously and often, that Beneficence and Charity, is the most Natural and Reasonable; The most Commanded; The most Indispensable; The most Noble; The most Delightful; The most Advantageous; The most Christian: In a word, Let us Consider seriously and often, that Beneficence and Charity, is the most Natural and Reasonable; The most Commanded; The most Indispensable; The most Noble; The most Delightful; The most Advantageous; The most Christian: p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi av-j cc av, cst n1 cc n1, vbz dt av-ds j cc j; dt av-ds vvn; dt av-ds j; dt av-ds j; dt av-ds j; dt av-ds j; dt av-ds njp: (3) report (DIV2) 71 Image 2
407 Nay, the most Divine and God like Grace and Virtue. Nay, the most Divine and God like Grace and Virtue. uh-x, dt av-ds j-jn cc np1 av-j n1 cc n1. (3) report (DIV2) 71 Image 2
408 And let us all from the Cogency of so many Reasons, out of Love to our Good God, And let us all from the Cogency of so many Reasons, out of Love to our Good God, cc vvb pno12 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f av d n2, av pp-f n1 p-acp po12 j np1, (3) report (DIV2) 72 Image 2
409 and our Lord, and Saviour Christ; and our Lord, and Saviour christ; cc po12 n1, cc n1 np1; (3) report (DIV2) 72 Image 2
410 to our Neighbours, and to our own Immortal Souls, so make it our Care and Study, to our Neighbours, and to our own Immortal Souls, so make it our Care and Study, p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp po12 d j n2, av vvb pn31 po12 n1 cc n1, (3) report (DIV2) 72 Image 2
411 and Business, to Assist and Comfort, and Relieve our Blessed Lord in those Poor Needy Persons, who are both his, and our Brethren; and Business, to Assist and Comfort, and Relieve our Blessed Lord in those Poor Needy Persons, who Are both his, and our Brothers; cc n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc vvi po12 j-vvn n1 p-acp d j j n2, r-crq vbr av-d png31, cc po12 n2; (3) report (DIV2) 72 Image 2
412 that we also may with them be made Heirs of that Kingdom God hath prepared for all His Children, that we also may with them be made Heirs of that Kingdom God hath prepared for all His Children, cst pns12 av vmb p-acp pno32 vbb vvn n2 pp-f d n1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp d po31 n2, (3) report (DIV2) 72 Image 2
413 for all truly Pious, all truly Charitable and Merciful Men. To which, God of his Mercy bring us all, thro' Jesus Christ our Lord; To whom, &c. FINIS. for all truly Pious, all truly Charitable and Merciful Men. To which, God of his Mercy bring us all, through jesus christ our Lord; To whom, etc. FINIS. p-acp d av-j j, d av-j j cc j n2. p-acp r-crq, np1 pp-f po31 n1 vvb pno12 d, p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1; p-acp ro-crq, av fw-la. (3) report (DIV2) 72 Image 2

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